Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Entry-level professional doctorate featuring cadaver dissection labs, human motion analysis technology, cardiopulmonary therapy, and community healthcare clinics.
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 3.0.
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL 85 or IELTS 6.5.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- GRE general test scores required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- PTCAS application, 50 verified PT observation hours, and personal statement.
- 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
- College of Health Sciences clinical scholarships and loan forgiveness advising
- Application fee
- $50 application fee (via PTCAS)
- Tuition / joining costs
- $14,500 per semester
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Faulkner University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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