American Occupational Therapy Foundation (AOTF) Scholarship Program

The American Occupational Therapy Foundation (AOTF) is a 501©(3) charitable, scientific and educational organization founded in 1965. It serves the public interest by supporting occupational therapy research and increasing public understanding of the important relationship between everyday activities (occupations) and health. It accomplishes its aims primarily through grants and scholarships, through programs, and through publications.

AOTF SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
AOTF offers scholarships for full-time students currently enrolled in accredited or developing occupational therapy programs. Learn more about the AOTF Scholarship Program from the AOTF Website.

How to Apply

• Only one application is needed to be considered for all applications.

Applicants must:

• Be currently enrolled as a full-time student at an AOTA accredited or developing professional level (master’s or OTD) or occupational therapy assistant (OTA) program.

A complete application will consist of:

• Applicant contact information including appropriate membership information.
• Academic background.
• Resume including volunteer service, extracurricular activities, honors and awards received, work experience.
• Essay question: The essay provides an opportunity for the Scholarship Selection Committee to assess an applicant’s personal and professional attributes and is an important part of the application — please complete it carefully and thoughtfully.
• Reference/Recommendation Forms: Three are required. Enter the name and email address of three references — a character reference, an academic reference, and your Program Director.
• Signature: In lieu of a signature, by agreeing to the terms and conditions prior to submitting your application, you are certifying that your application information is true and correct, and you are giving AOTF permission to obtain a Program Director’s Statement and to contact the two (2) individuals named for references. This signature also authorizes AOTF to announce publicly the names and programs of successful applicants and to contact recipients for information that can be used to promote the scholarship program.

APPLICANTS ARE CONSIDERED FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIPS FOR WHICH THEY QUALIFY, BUT MAY RECEIVE ONLY ONE SCHOLARSHIP PER YEAR.

Questions? Contact scholarships@aotf.org or 240-292-1077.