Physical Therapy, Doctor of (D.P.T) Program By Saint Louis University |Top Universities
Program Duration

5 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

162,141 USDTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Main Subject Area

Health/HealthcareMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Health/Healthcare

Degree

Other

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Saint Louis University's program in physical therapy offers a Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.) degree. There are three paths of entry into the program including transferring into the program as an undergraduate student. The early-assurance program (freshman-entry), is a six-year curriculum, including two summers. Students admitted as freshmen receive a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science - Physical Therapy (B.S.E.S.-P.T.) concentration after successfully completing the first four years of coursework, and the D.P.T. degree after completing the additional two post-baccalaureate years. Students who have already earned an undergraduate degree may enter as a post-baccalaureate for 3 years of graduate coursework including 2 summers.
Physical therapists work with people across the lifespan to optimize movement and improve health. Physical therapists are responsible for examining and evaluating patients/clients, the development and implementation of intervention programs, patient education and supervising other health care practitioners. In addition to patient care, physical therapists may also serve as administrators, teachers, researchers and consultants.

Program overview

Main Subject

Health/Healthcare

Degree

Other

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Saint Louis University's program in physical therapy offers a Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.) degree. There are three paths of entry into the program including transferring into the program as an undergraduate student. The early-assurance program (freshman-entry), is a six-year curriculum, including two summers. Students admitted as freshmen receive a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science - Physical Therapy (B.S.E.S.-P.T.) concentration after successfully completing the first four years of coursework, and the D.P.T. degree after completing the additional two post-baccalaureate years. Students who have already earned an undergraduate degree may enter as a post-baccalaureate for 3 years of graduate coursework including 2 summers.
Physical therapists work with people across the lifespan to optimize movement and improve health. Physical therapists are responsible for examining and evaluating patients/clients, the development and implementation of intervention programs, patient education and supervising other health care practitioners. In addition to patient care, physical therapists may also serve as administrators, teachers, researchers and consultants.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

6.5+
Other English Language Requirements accepted: TOEFL with a minimum score of 550(paper-based).
5 Months
Aug

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

162,141 USD
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International Students

162,141 USD
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