Doctor of Physical Therapy
Misericordia University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree program provides an education that produces physical therapy practitioners who are critical thinkers, educated consumers of research, and advocates for life long learning.
As an entry level professional post-baccalaureate program, the physical therapy curriculum reflects a commitment to the complementary relationship between liberal arts and professional studies that enables graduates to adapt and deal with constantly evolving societal and professional needs.
98.91
Ultimate Licensure Pass Rate (2019 & 2020)
100
2020 & 2021 grads employed within 1 year of graduation
94.9
Graduation Rate for Classes of 2020 & 2021
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Accredited
Accreditation
A student accepted at the first year level completes 6-1/2 years of study, resulting in a bachelor’s degree and a doctor of physical therapy (DPT) degree. During the first 3-1/2 years, the student completes the requirements for a bachelor’s degree in an area of the student’s choice.
Students accepted into the pre-DPT program at the first year level are guaranteed progression into the graduate DPT program, as long as academic criteria are met.
Graduate students are admitted into the graduate DPT program that begins in the spring semester on a space-available basis. Students who currently attend Misericordia University and who wish to apply for admission into the DPT program will be evaluated along with external applicants. Admission to the Physical Therapy major is not guaranteed, and is on a space available basis.
DPT Entry Options
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- First Year (Entry-Level)
- Post-Baccalaureate
Overview and Highlights
- 6-½ year professional program resulting in a bachelor’s degree and a doctor of physical therapy (DPT) degree
- Students can choose from a variety of disciplines for undergraduate study (pre-DPT)
- Students accepted into the pre-DPT program as freshmen are guaranteed progression into the DPT program as long as academic criteria are met; there is no need to re-apply to the graduate phase of the program.
Variety of Disciplines for Undergraduate study
Check out this fun video and hear from PT students as to why they chose Misericordia's Physical Therapy program
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Megan Gibbons
Megan Gibbons
I loved the supporting and caring community surrounding every aspect of the MU DPT program. Each faculty member brought something unique to our education.
Heather Fritz, PT, DPT - Assistant Professor
Heather Fritz, PT, DPT
Assistant Director of Clinical Education
Assistant Professor
Compassion and caring sets our students apart. This is demonstrated through work in the clinic and through service in the community and internationally.
Trever Reed '18
Trever Reed '18
The physical therapy program at Misericordia was awesome and provided me with the tools that I needed to be successful as a student while on clinical rotations and now as a new-grad out in the field.
Pro Bono PT Clinic
See how the Pro Bono PT Clinic at Misericordia not only supports the community, but also gives our students practical experience with real clients.
Also, hear from a current student why she chose PT at Misericordia University.
Contact
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Click here to Meet the Physical Therapy Faculty