Doctor of Physical Therapy

The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program, housed within the Department of Rehabiltiation Sciences, prepares students to promote optimal health, prevent disability, and restore physical function to support a fulfilling and active life.

Physical therapists provide services in diverse settings including homes, schools, workplaces, outpatient clinics, and hospitals and work with individuals across the lifespan. In addition to direct patient care, physical therapists contribute to the development of innovative interventions that address emerging health needs, including programs focused on health promotion and disability prevention.

Graduates are eligible to sit for the national licensure exam and begin practice in this dynamic and impactful field.

The DPT program consists of 108 credit hours delivered through a fixed, sequential curriculum designed to progressively develop the knowledge, clinical skills, and professional behaviors needed to thrive in physical therapy practice.

Prospective students are encouraged to review the program's Technical Standards to ensure they understand the skills and abilities needed to successfully engage in the curriculum.

To be eligible for admission to the DPT program, applicants must have met the following requirements: 

• Complete a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university prior to enrollment in the program 
• Maintain a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA and a minimum 2.75 science GPA as calculated by PTCAS. Note that the university does not recognize academic forgiveness nor reprieve policies. All attempts of a course are included in the calculation of GPAs 
• Completed the required prerequisite coursework with a ‘C’ or higher prior to enrollment in the program. 

Applicants to the DPT program will need to complete an application through the Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service (PTCAS) to be considered. 

If after reviewing the qualifications for the program you are unsure of whether you meet them, please contact ahinfo@ouhsc.edu. We are here to help and support you as you pursue a career in the health sciences. 

Prerequisite Requirements