OpenFieldDoctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
CAPTE-accredited three-year clinical doctoral degree providing rigorous training in orthopedic biomechanics, neuro-rehabilitation, pediatric physical therapy, and acute care 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
- 3.2+ cumulative and prerequisite science GPA, 50+ observation hours
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL 85+ or IELTS 6.5
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- GRE scores required
- Thesis / Research statement
- PTCAS essay and personal statement
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters of recommendation including licensed PT
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- School of Health Sciences Graduate Assistantships and clinical traineeship awards
- Application fee
- $75 (via PTCAS)
- Tuition / joining costs
- $15,800/year in-state, $23,900/year out-of-state
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 1, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Stockton University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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