MSOP Prerequisite Criteria
The MS in Orthotics and Prosthetics program is a partnership between Century College and Concordia University, St. Paul. Prior to applying to the MS program at CSP, please ensure the following prerequisite steps are complete.
1. Complete O&P Specific Prerequisites
Complete the Clinical Applications Diploma (OPCA1000- and 2000-level coursework) at Century College. If you have not completed these O&P specific prerequisites, please visit Century College’s website for more information.
2. Complete Additional Prerequisite Coursework
Each of the following prerequisite courses must be completed with a C grade (not C-) or better:
- Biology with lab
- Chemistry with lab
- Physics with lab
- Human Anatomy and Physiology with lab
- Psychology
- Statistics
Upon completion of these necessary prerequisite requirements, please submit your application for admission to CSP.
MSOP CSP Admission Requirements
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Create an account and submit our online application. Once submitted, you can follow your application process through the application portal (CSP Account).
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Submit official transcripts from an accreditor that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education stating the conferral of a Bachelor’s degree or higher with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 based on a 4.0 system.
*To be considered official, transcripts must be received in a sealed envelope from the institution or through secured electronic delivery.
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Submit official transcripts from Century College stating completion of Clinical Applications Diploma (OPCA1000- and 2000-level coursework).
If you are seeking to complete OPCA 2000 level courses at Century College during your first year of the program please reach out to Katie Voss ([email protected] ) or Roger Wagner ([email protected]) to discuss program expectations and receive a letter of support to submit with your CSP application.
If you are applying with your OPCA2090 practicum in progress, you will also need to submit this petition form.
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Submit official transcripts from the regionally accredited institution(s) in which prerequisite courses were completed (if not at your bachelor’s degree institution or Century College).
Six prerequisite courses with a C grade (not C-) or better:
- Biology with lab
- Chemistry with lab
- Physics with lab
- Anatomy and Physiology with lab
- General Psychology
- Statistics
Send Materials to Concordia
Some application items may be uploaded directly into your CSP application portal.
Otherwise, email materials to [email protected] or send by mail:
Concordia University
Office of Admissions, MSOP Program
1282 Concordia Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55104
Questions?
Contact O&P Admissions Counselor, Kendra Ross:
- [email protected]
- 651-603-6236