OTA programs in Minnesota

Looking for occupational therapy assistant schools in Minnesota? There are 3, including 2 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Occupational therapy assistants in Minnesota earn a median $64,920 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
3
Public colleges
2
Median pay in MN
$64,920

3 occupational therapy assistant schools

School results

  1. Anoka Technical College

    Anoka, MN · Public

    • Occupational therapy assistant
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +13

  2. Northland Community & Technical College

    Thief River Falls, MN · Public

    • Occupational therapy assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +20

  3. St Catherine University

    Saint Paul, MN · Private

    • Occupational therapy assistant
    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • Respiratory therapist
    • +1

What occupational therapy assistants earn in Minnesota

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Occupational therapy assistant salary in MinnesotaHow to become an occupational therapy assistant

Median pay
$64,920
$31.21 an hour
Typical range
$56,360–$73,040
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in MN
540
Job growth, 2025–35
+21.5%
8,100 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many occupational therapy assistant schools are in Minnesota?

We list 3 schools in Minnesota with occupational therapy assistant programs: 2 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Campuses are in Anoka, Thief River Falls, and Saint Paul.

Are there community college occupational therapy assistant programs in Minnesota?

Yes. 2 public colleges in Minnesota offer occupational therapy assistant. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does occupational therapy assistant school cost in Minnesota?

Among the 3 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $13,975 to $19,764. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do occupational therapy assistants make in Minnesota?

The median pay for occupational therapy assistants in Minnesota is $64,920 a year, and most earn between $56,360 and $73,040, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a occupational therapy assistant school in Minnesota?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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