Frequently Asked Questions
- Why change to a DPT program?
- When was the first DPT class admitted?
- What is the "best" undergraduate major for a student?
- What prerequisite courses are required for the DPT program?
- What GPA is required to apply to the DPT program?
- What is a competitive GPA be for students applying to the DPT program?
- What additional materials are required in the DPT application?
- Is the GRE required to apply to the DPT program?
- Is a dissertation required for the DPT degree?
- How many students are accepted into the DPT program?
- What semester does the DPT program begin and how long will it take to complete?
- Can the DPT program be completed on a part-time basis?
- Can an international student apply to the DPT Program?
- How do I get to the Department and where do I park?
- What is the typical DPT student's day like?
- If I'm in high school, how can I prepare for a career in physical therapy?
- How can the public or clinicians register concerns or complaints about the educational program?
- What is the American Physical Therapy Association?
- Why does APTA advocate a doctoral degree?
- Is there a ranking of Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistant programs?
- What factors can one use in deciding on a school?
- Where can I find financial aid?
- What is the Honors Professional Admissions program?

