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