Department of Physical Therapy

Programs/Degrees Awarded:

• Physical Therapy (BS in Health Studies/DPT and post-baccalaureate DPT)
• PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences
• Combined Doctor of Physical Therapy and PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences (DPT/PhD)

The goal of the Department of Physical Therapy is to provide a comprehensive academic framework for promoting health, preventing injury, and rehabilitating those with impairment or disease. For students looking to combine their interests in healthcare and physical activity, our programs are a perfect fit. You will learn from faculty members who are innovative researchers and clinical specialists at the top of their professions. The combination of professional education in physical therapy and a doctoral program in rehabilitation sciences yields an interdisciplinary approach that includes coursework in basic and applied sciences, real-world research opportunities, and custom-tailored clinical placements.