OpenFieldDoctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
CAPTE-accredited three-year clinical doctoral program with exceptional first-time licensure pass rates, providing extensive training in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, neuro-recovery, and cardiopulmonary therapy.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- 3.2+ cumulative and science prerequisite GPA, 50+ observation hours
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL 88+ or IELTS 6.5
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- GRE scores required
- Thesis / Research statement
- PTCAS personal statement
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters of recommendation including licensed physical therapist
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Departmental physical therapy graduate assistantships and clinical scholarship awards
- Application fee
- $70
- Tuition / joining costs
- $17,800/year in-state, $26,700/year out-of-state
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- December 1, 2026
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Slippery Rock University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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