DeKalb,
IL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Doctor of Physical Therapy in Dekalb United States | Northern Illinois University
Northern Illinois University
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Dekalb United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
18,180
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
72 months
The Doctor of Physical Therapy program strengthens your critical thinking abilities while fostering an evidence-based approach to care. Through diverse clinical rotations in PT labs and healthcare settings, you'll build professional competencies. This accredited D.P.T. curriculum equips graduates to practice as entry-level physical therapists. Completing the program fulfills one prerequisite for state licensure. The physical therapy faculty has identified five essential skill areas for program success: observation, communication, motor function, cognitive ability, and professional conduct.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
An applicant whose native language is not English must present an IELTS score of 6.5 or alternatively, a TOEFL score of at least 80 on the TOELF ibt, Admission to the professional physical therapy program is based on the following criteria:
Completion of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution prior to matriculation
Completion of all prerequisite course work with a minimum 3.00 GPA prior to matriculation
Completion of a minimum of 50 hours of observation/volunteer/paid work in a physical therapy setting. These hours must be obtained in at least two different settings within four years of the time of application
Competitive scores on the GRE General Test
Professional essay
Letters of reference
An interview may be required as part of the admission process
Completion of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution prior to matriculation
Completion of all prerequisite course work with a minimum 3.00 GPA prior to matriculation
Completion of a minimum of 50 hours of observation/volunteer/paid work in a physical therapy setting. These hours must be obtained in at least two different settings within four years of the time of application
Competitive scores on the GRE General Test
Professional essay
Letters of reference
An interview may be required as part of the admission process
Tuition
USD
18,180