A grant from the U. S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs (#H325K080335) provides supports for qualified students admitted to the Web-based doctor of science (DSc) degree program. The overall goal of the grant-funded project is to prepare a larger number of well-qualified occupational therapists and physical therapists to be leaders in practice and provide evidence-based and effective early intervention and related services for infants, toddlers, and children from diverse cultural and language backgrounds.

The grant provides the following financial supports:

1. A stipend of $5,250 per year to cover tuition and other expenses. The stipend should cover most or all in-state tuition and fees at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center.

2. A travel and housing stipend of $1,500 for students who attend the Summer Institute.

3. Up to $1,100 for fees related to specialist certification (PCS, BCP, ATP).

To apply for support from the grant, students must:

1. Be full-time students, defined as taking 18 credits per year (total for fall, summer, and spring semesters).

2. Sign and submit a service obligation agreement with the application, agreeing to pay back two years of work with children eligible for services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act for each year of financial support from the grant. See the service obligation FAQ on the U.S. Department of Education Website for more informatio.

3. Sign the Certification of Eligibility for Federal Assistance.