Dual Admission - Physical Therapy

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.)


The entry-level doctor of physical therapy (D.P.T.) combined degree is a seven-year program in which students complete 120 credits, 30 of which must be upper division, with the appropriate prerequisites, prior to entering the physical therapy program. Candidates will follow a prescribed course of study in either undergraduate biology or athletic training. Students will receive a doctoral degree in physical therapy after they complete three years of training at the College of Allied Health and Nursing.

OVERVIEW OF REQUIREMENTS

Degrees: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.)

Years to Complete

4+3

ACT/SAT and GPA

25/1150 and 3.5

Student Type

Day

Years Math

Years Science

Years English

4

3

4

Required Courses: 2 SCIENCE + 1 MATH

Biology*, Chemistry, Algebra II

Letters of Recommendation

Science Teacher
Counselor
Health Professional (PT Preferred)

Preadmission Interview

Yes

UNDERGRADUATE REQUIREMENTS TO ENTER PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM

Undergraduate Major

Biology

Cumulative GPA

3.2

GPA in the Major

3.1

Minimum Grade in each Prerequisite Course

C

Required Test Score

GRE
No less than the mean score of the previous year's entering class

2nd Interview

Yes

Degree Required

Yes

Minimum NSU Credits Required

120
At least 30 semester hours must be upper level courses
Transfer students are not eligible to apply to the Health Professions dual admission programs

*Living Environment, Anatomy and Physiology may be substituted for Biology

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