OpenFieldDoctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Three-year entry-level doctoral program combining cadaveric anatomy dissection, motion analysis biomechanics, neuro-rehabilitation, and four full-time clinical internships.
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 cumulative and prerequisite science GPA of 3.0.
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL iBT 89 or IELTS 6.5.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- GRE test scores required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- PTCAS application, statement of purpose, and verified 40 hours of physical therapy observation under a licensed PT.
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters of recommendation including one from a licensed physical therapist.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Clinical research assistantships and DeSales Graduate Physical Therapy Endowment grants
- Application fee
- $50 application fee (via PTCAS)
- Tuition / joining costs
- $15,600 per semester
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official DeSales University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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