Physical Therapy Advising
The entry level degree to become a licensed practicing
Physical Therapist is a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT).
Entry into DPT programs is highly competitive, and prerequisites vary.
The minimum requirement for application to most
physical therapy programs is 90 credits of college courses, but most are now
requiring
a B.S. or B.A. Because of the strong emphasis on science
courses, which
typically includes one year of chemistry, one year of
physics, statistics
and other mathematics courses, and at least four courses in
biology,
many students choose Exercise Science, Athletic Training or Biology
as their major. However, any
major is
acceptable, as long as specific undergraduate prerequisites
for individual
schools are completed. A list of recommended prerequisites
can be download here.
A typical first-year student curriculum at Towson University might include chemistry, biology and mathematics. Towson provides advising to assist students with their undergraduate preparation for this field. Students will also receive advising from their major.
For more information, contact Robert Karp,
Admission and Placement Coordinator, College of Health Professions.
PT program
search by state provided by the American
Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
Physical Therapy Graduate Programs located in Maryland
University of Maryland School of Medicine -
Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science (PTRS)
University
of Maryland Eastern Shore- School of Health Professions - Doctor of Physical
Therapy Physical Therapy Graduate Program located
in Pennsylvania
Physical Therapy Graduate Programs in Virginia
Physical Therapy Graduate Programs in
Delaware
University of Delaware
Robert Karp,
Admission and Placement Coordinator
College of
Health Professions
Burdick Hall, Room 105
Phone: 410-704-2653
E-mail:
rkarp@towson.edu
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