Occupational Therapy Assistant Schools in Columbia, MO

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare occupational therapy assistant, associate programs in Columbia, Missouri. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Schools Near Columbia, MO

#1

University of Missouri-Columbia

Columbia, MO 0.8 miles away BOC Score 75.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 971
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Fayette, MO 23.9 miles away BOC Score 31.0
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $28,260
  • Out-of-state tuition: $28,260
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  • Admission rate: 57%
  • Graduation rate: 52%
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 60

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies

Fayette, MO 23.9 miles away BOC Score 54.2
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 36
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Moberly Area Community College

Moberly, MO 33.3 miles away BOC Score 52.4
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  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 182
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

State Fair Community College

Sedalia, MO 53.6 miles away BOC Score 45.5
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  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 416
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

East Central College

Union, MO 81.2 miles away BOC Score 46.2
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  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 567
  • Online programs available

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#7

A T Still University of Health Sciences

Kirksville, MO 87.2 miles away
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  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 154
  • Online programs available

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#8

St Charles Community College

Cottleville, MO 91.6 miles away BOC Score 51.7
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $3,048
  • Out-of-state tuition: $6,096
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  • Graduation rate: 24%
  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 337
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

'Missouri Occupational Therapy Assistant

Missouri
Missouri Median Pay $66,070 $31.77 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $72,300 $34.76 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 31-2011 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • ACOTE accreditation (required for NBCOT eligibility)
  • Fieldwork Level I and Level II hours and facility types
  • NBCOT exam preparation and school pass rates
  • State licensure requirements for OTAs
  • Associate degree credential and transfer options

Next Steps

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Career Overview

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