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DPT Physical Therapy at University of Miami

University of Miami, United States

Programme overview

The entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy is a CAPTE-accredited clinical programme that prepares students for entry-level practice as physical therapists.

Faculty: Miller School of Medicine  |  Department: Physical Therapy  |  Duration: 36 months; 102 credit hours; 33 weeks of clinical experience  |  Intake: May  |  Location: Coral Gables, FL, United States

What you will study

About 50 required courses including Gross Anatomy for Physical Therapy, Neuroscience, Clinical Examination, Clinical Kinesiology and Biomechanics, Neurorehabilitation, Cardio-Respiratory Physical Therapy, Pediatric and Geriatric Physical Therapy, Clinical Research and four clinical experiences.

Career pathways

Entry-level physical therapy practice.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should have a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution in a related field and 3.0, or ”B” average or better in the following courses: Application Procedure. We are accepting applications through Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service (PTCAS). Click here to apply. The PTCAS application opens to applicants in June each year. The application deadline is October 1; we encourage you to apply early. Classes begin in May of each year. Application requirements consist of the following: Submission of all application materials to PTCAS. Completion of prerequisites or plan to complete by time of matriculation, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Demonstration of knowledge concerning the physical therapy profession by submitting: A minimum of 100 hours of first-hand observation and/or work experience related to the practice of physical therapy. This experience must be substantiated in writing by a registered/licensed physical therapist. The name and email of the physical therapist(s) is required for verification.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: May

Duration: 36 months; 102 credit hours; 33 weeks of clinical experience

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