OpenFieldDoctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Clinical Research Fellowship
Two-year accelerated CAPTE-candidate hybrid doctoral program blending rigorous online didactic learning with intensive hands-on clinical lab immersions in Sioux Falls.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree with minimum 3.00 prerequisite science GPA
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL 85
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- GRE combined score of 295+
- Thesis / Research statement
- Essay on evidence-based musculoskeletal physical rehabilitation and patient-centered care
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters of recommendation including licensed physical therapist
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- $15,000 USD annual doctoral research award and clinical biomechanics lab access
- Application fee
- $0
- Tuition / joining costs
- $11,500 USD per term (accelerated 2-year hybrid curriculum)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- October 15, 2026 (Summer 2027 cohort commencement)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Augustana University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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