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USC Urges Department of Education to Classify Occupational Therapy as Professional Degree

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2025-08-23
Carter Struck

WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- The University of Southern California (USC) Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education, advocating for occupational therapy programs to be designated as "professional degree programs" under Public Law 119-21. This classification is crucial for students' access to federal student loan limits that can significantly impact their ability to finance their education.

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