DPT Physical Therapy at George Washington University

Programme overview

The doctor of physical therapy program reflects the mission of GW's School of Medicine and Health Sciences, which includes teaching with creativity and dedication; healing with quality and compassion; and discovering with imagination and innovation. This is an entry-level professional program that prepares graduates to examine, evaluate, diagnose, develop plans of care, provide interventions, and assess outcomes for patients with a wide range of musculoskeletal, neuromotor, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary dysfunctions. The program is offered full-time over eight semesters.

Faculty: School of Medicine and Health Sciences | Department: Graduate Programs, School of Medicine and Health Sciences | Location: Washington, DC, United States

Career pathways

Graduates are reflective practitioners who think critically to effectively solve problems; compassionate practitioners who demonstrate excellence in communication and interpersonal skills with respect for individual and cultural differences and the core values of the profession; and dedicated practitioners who value the tenets of lifelong learning.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The application and all supporting documentation (fees, statement of purpose, letters of recommendation, transcripts, test scores) must be received by the deadline in order for the application to be reviewed. The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program uses the online application system PTCAS (Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service). Please go to the PTCAS website: (https://ptcas.liaisoncas.com/applicant-ux/#/login) to begin the application process. The fee for using PTCAS is based on the number of programs the applicant designates. A limited number of application fee waivers are available. Meeting PTCAS’ eligibility criterion for a fee waiver does not guarantee a waiver will be grant

USD 134,461 for the whole programme (2026-27). Total program cost for first-year students entering 2026-27, excluding fees. Source

Graduate applications are submitted through the Graduate Application Center with a non-refundable $80 application fee; deadlines vary by programme and school.

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