Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
CAPTE-accredited 33-month clinical doctorate emphasizing evidence-based manual therapy, pediatric development, geriatric mobility, and clinical internships across Twin Cities medical complexes.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- 3.0+ undergraduate and science prerequisite GPA, 40+ physical therapy observation hours
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL 84+ or IELTS 6.5
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- GRE scores required
- Thesis / Research statement
- PTCAS personal statement
- Recommendation letters
- Three recommendations including licensed PT
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Physical Therapy Departmental Merit Grants up to $8,000
- Application fee
- $75 (via PTCAS)
- Tuition / joining costs
- $1,050/credit hour
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- December 1, 2026
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official St. Catherine University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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