The Professional Doctor of Physical Therapy program wholistically reviews applicants based on a number of criteria including grade point average (GPA), prior academic performance, work experience, interview, and completed application. The general requirements include:
Prerequisites | Credits |
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Psychology/Sociology | 6 credits (one general psychology and an additional psychology or sociology) |
Statistics | 3 credits |
Biology | 7 credits (4 credits biology with lab and 3 credits additional biology course) |
Human Anatomy and Physiology | 8 credits with labs (anatomy and physiology may be combined or separate) |
Chemistry with lab | 8 credits |
Physics with lab | 8 credits |
* As calculated by NSU’s admissions office
** The scores required on the TOEFL are 550 on the written examination, 213 on the computer-based examination, or 79 on the Internet-based examination. Students may also submit an IELTS score of 6.
Throughout the program, students must use computer skills such as word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software. It is recommended that students have coursework or self-study to meet these needs. Also, students should have a working knowledge of medical terminology.
Upon review of a student’s individual record, the Committee on Admissions may require additional coursework and/or testing as a condition of acceptance. No prior graduate credits can be transferred or counted toward the DPT degree.
Inquiries should be directed to:
Jason Barshay
Senior Associate Director, Graduate Admissions
NSU Tampa Bay Regional Campus
(813) 574-5286
barshay@nova.edu