Other Information

If you have US military experience, select your anticipated status at the time of enrollment from the drop-down. Select Not a member of the military if this does not apply.

Indicate whether you've ever been convicted of a felony. If you select Yes, enter an explanation in the field provided. Include:

• A brief description of the incident and/or arrest
• Specific charge made
• Related dates
• Consequence
• A reflection on the incident and how the incident has impacted your life

You may also be required to report one or more of the following types of records directly to your designated programs with details about the judgments or disciplines.

• Arrests/convictions for misdemeanors and felonies
• Adjudication withheld
• Nolo contendere
• Plea bargain

If you are convicted of a misdemeanor or felony prior to admission and/or matriculation, it is your responsibility to immediately inform your program(s).

Indicate whether you have ever been disciplined or placed on academic probation while attending an academic institution. If you select Yes, enter a brief explanation in the field provided. Include:

1. A brief description of the incident
2. Specific charge made
3. Related dates
4. Consequence
5. A reflection on the incident and how the incident has impacted your life.

Indicate whether your academic record accurately reflects your capabilities. If you select No, describe why. Include any information that may assist the admissions committee in interpreting and evaluating your academic history or credentials.

Indicate whether you previously applied to an orthotics and prosthetics practitioner level program or took formal coursework in orthotics and prosthetics. If you select Yes, respond to the subsequent questions.

Indicate how you learned about the orthotics and prosthetics profession.

If you served in the military, describe any skills learned during your service that would benefit you in an orthotics and prosthetics career.

Programs fully recognize the importance of diversity in their student body and in the workforce. Accordingly, programs strongly encourage applications from persons from all socioeconomic, racial, ethnic, religious, and educational backgrounds and persons from groups underrepresented in the industry. Select any and all of the options in this section which you feel best apply to you. Please note that OPCAS uses this section for statistical purposes only and it in no way affects your application or financial aid eligibility.

Indicate when you plan to begin orthotics and prosthetics school.