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Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) - Neurological & Orthopedic Rehabilitation

Western Carolina University · Cullowhee, North Carolina, United States

Target Discipline: biologyApplication Deadline: November 1, 2026Official admissions notice ↗

Academic Overview & Description

CAPTE-accredited three-year clinical doctoral program housed in the Health and Human Sciences Building, integrating clinical biomechanics, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, and rural healthcare delivery.

Funding & Financial Support

Funding Award: Physical Therapy Endowed Departmental Scholarships up to $6,000/year
Tuition Rate: $21,500/year
Application Fee: $65

Admission & Candidate Requirements

Academic GPA: 3.2+ cumulative GPA and prerequisite science GPA
English Language: IELTS 7.0+ or TOEFL 90+
Standardized Exam: GRE General exam required
Application Materials: PTCAS application, verified observation hours, transcripts
Letters of Recommendation: Three letters (including one licensed PT)

Institutional Guidance

For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult Western Carolina University's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.

Verified record · Updated 2026-10-16 · Editorial standards