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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.
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DPT Program Information & Highlights
Program Information & Highlights
Student Opportunities & Activities
Student Opportunities & Activities
Clinical Information
Clinical Information
Pro Bono PT Clinic
Pro Bono PT Clinic
Numbers You Need to Know
95.3
Licensure Pass Rate (2023 & 2024)
91.7% First-Time Licensure Pass Rate (2023 & 2024)
100
Graduates employed within 1 year of graduation (2023 & 2024)
95
Graduation Rate (2023 & 2024)
Featured Physical Therapy News
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Misericordia University recently celebrated the achievements of its newest Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) graduates during the annual Hooding Ceremony held on campus.
University News & Happenings
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Misericordia University recently appointed Todd Sloan as the university’s new Vice President of University Advancement.
![Study Finds Misericordia University Generates $164 Million Annual Economic Impact Across Pennsylvania]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1752246291/misericordia/yadliwgv3laktuh3cbe5/Screenshot2025-07-11at110428AM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1752246291/misericordia/yadliwgv3laktuh3cbe5/Screenshot2025-07-11at110428AM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1752246291/misericordia/yadliwgv3laktuh3cbe5/Screenshot2025-07-11at110428AM.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1752246291/misericordia/yadliwgv3laktuh3cbe5/Screenshot2025-07-11at110428AM.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1752246291/misericordia/yadliwgv3laktuh3cbe5/Screenshot2025-07-11at110428AM.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1752246291/misericordia/yadliwgv3laktuh3cbe5/Screenshot2025-07-11at110428AM.png","width":1900}])
A newly released study by the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania (AICUP) highlights Misericordia University as a powerful economic engine for the Commonwealth, contributing an estimated $164.4 million annually to Pennsylvania’s economy and supporting more than 1,400 jobs.
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Misericordia University’s Art Gallery Director Lalaine Little, Ph.D., and Psychology Professor Alicia Nordstrom, Ph.D., recently presented at the Association of Academic Museums and Galleries (AAMG) Annual Conference in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
![Misericordia University’s Center for Workforce Development and Talent Solutions Launches with Strong Community Partnerships, Fall Programming]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743002900/misericordia/gmawwx8hwuzgdshpg6ip/Screenshot2025-03-26at112810AM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743002900/misericordia/gmawwx8hwuzgdshpg6ip/Screenshot2025-03-26at112810AM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1743002900/misericordia/gmawwx8hwuzgdshpg6ip/Screenshot2025-03-26at112810AM.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1743002900/misericordia/gmawwx8hwuzgdshpg6ip/Screenshot2025-03-26at112810AM.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1743002900/misericordia/gmawwx8hwuzgdshpg6ip/Screenshot2025-03-26at112810AM.png","width":1440}])
Misericordia University announces the successful launch of its Center for Workforce Development and Talent Solutions, which is housed within the College of Business at Misericordia University and has already built strong connections with regional employers and community partners while preparing to roll out new professional development programs this fall.
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Misericordia University’s (MU) Board of Trustees recently awarded the rank of professor emeritus to Joseph Cipriani Ed.D., OTR/L to recognize his 34 years of exceptional service in teaching, research, and contributions to the university.
![Misericordia University Announces 2025 Jeff “Woody” Woodworth Award for Service Recipients]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1751469552/misericordia/cmdqaqptwuvhj68ad2e2/DSC_8785_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1751469552/misericordia/cmdqaqptwuvhj68ad2e2/DSC_8785_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1751469552/misericordia/cmdqaqptwuvhj68ad2e2/DSC_8785_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1751469552/misericordia/cmdqaqptwuvhj68ad2e2/DSC_8785_1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1751469552/misericordia/cmdqaqptwuvhj68ad2e2/DSC_8785_1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1751469552/misericordia/cmdqaqptwuvhj68ad2e2/DSC_8785_1.jpg","width":2200}])
Misericordia University is proud to announce the 2025 recipients of the Jeff “Woody” Woodworth Award for Service, an honor recognizing staff members who exemplify outstanding dedication, innovation, collaboration, and commitment to the university’s mission.
![Creative Arts Camp Welcomes Deutsch Institute to Misericordia]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1751468025/misericordia/ul1x9fnzkaw3dax7m7at/DSC_9192.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1751468025/misericordia/ul1x9fnzkaw3dax7m7at/DSC_9192.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1751468025/misericordia/ul1x9fnzkaw3dax7m7at/DSC_9192.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1751468025/misericordia/ul1x9fnzkaw3dax7m7at/DSC_9192.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1751468025/misericordia/ul1x9fnzkaw3dax7m7at/DSC_9192.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1751468025/misericordia/ul1x9fnzkaw3dax7m7at/DSC_9192.jpg","width":2200}])
Misericordia University recently wrapped up another successful and enjoyable session of its long-running partnership with the Deutsch Institute, welcoming campers for the annual Celebration of the Arts camp.
![Misericordia University and Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Sign Affiliation Agreement to Create 4+4 Medical Program Pathway]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1738774837/misericordia/by4jayccvfuvwdchiini/52099169561_27c1f7c289_o.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1738774837/misericordia/by4jayccvfuvwdchiini/52099169561_27c1f7c289_o.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1738774837/misericordia/by4jayccvfuvwdchiini/52099169561_27c1f7c289_o.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1738774837/misericordia/by4jayccvfuvwdchiini/52099169561_27c1f7c289_o.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1738774837/misericordia/by4jayccvfuvwdchiini/52099169561_27c1f7c289_o.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1738774837/misericordia/by4jayccvfuvwdchiini/52099169561_27c1f7c289_o.jpg","width":2200}])
Misericordia University and Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) have signed a new affiliation agreement that establishes a formal 4+4 program, creating a clear and structured pathway for Misericordia students to earn a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
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Each summer, select Misericordia University undergraduates gain valuable experience through the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program. This competitive 10-week program pairs students with faculty mentors for hands-on, thesis-driven research across disciplines, from original projects to foundations for larger studies.
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Misericordia University students recently volunteered their time and skills at the Allstar Abilities: Sports Camp, an adaptive sports program designed for children with disabilities.
![Misericordia Sonography Faculty Member Leads Students on International Medical Mission to the Dominican Republic]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750689192/misericordia/y8zcbywu69nudgorcbv4/DR-trip-2025-6_400px.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750689192/misericordia/y8zcbywu69nudgorcbv4/DR-trip-2025-6_400px.jpg","width":400}])
Karen Klimas, MS, RT, RDMS, a dedicated faculty member in Misericordia University's Diagnostic Medical Sonography program, recently led a team of students on a life-changing volunteer mission to Santiago, Dominican Republic.
![Jazz and More: Misericordia Summer Camps Featured on Regional Broadcast]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749737994/misericordia/upjw3xhmvcv4apvvhlih/Screenshot2025-06-12at101934AM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749737994/misericordia/upjw3xhmvcv4apvvhlih/Screenshot2025-06-12at101934AM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1749737994/misericordia/upjw3xhmvcv4apvvhlih/Screenshot2025-06-12at101934AM.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1749737994/misericordia/upjw3xhmvcv4apvvhlih/Screenshot2025-06-12at101934AM.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749737994/misericordia/upjw3xhmvcv4apvvhlih/Screenshot2025-06-12at101934AM.png","width":1406}])
Misericordia University's PA Jazz Institute was recently featured on WBRE/WYOU's PA Live!, spotlighting the university's signature summer jazz camp and its ongoing commitment to arts education.
![Misericordia Student Places Third in Nation in Two FBLA Competitions]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749479704/misericordia/cegjy0uotvfnzpedd9cg/IMG_4782.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749479704/misericordia/cegjy0uotvfnzpedd9cg/IMG_4782.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1749479704/misericordia/cegjy0uotvfnzpedd9cg/IMG_4782.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1749479704/misericordia/cegjy0uotvfnzpedd9cg/IMG_4782.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1749479704/misericordia/cegjy0uotvfnzpedd9cg/IMG_4782.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1749479704/misericordia/cegjy0uotvfnzpedd9cg/IMG_4782.jpg","width":2200}])
Misericordia University sophomore Kaitlyn Marley placed third in the nation in both the Finance Case Competition and the Entrepreneurship Pitch Competition at the 2024 Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) National Leadership Conference, held May 30 to June 2 in Dallas, Texas.
Misericordia University has announced the addition of a new Bachelor of Arts in sociology program, launching fall 2025, through its College of Arts and Sciences.
![Misericordia University’s Marko Marcinko Receives Centennial Medal from University of Miami]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1748878607/misericordia/diyljohewhb6hz1xj8zc/14BD3083-5702-4CFD-A45F-159750626811.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1748878607/misericordia/diyljohewhb6hz1xj8zc/14BD3083-5702-4CFD-A45F-159750626811.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1748878607/misericordia/diyljohewhb6hz1xj8zc/14BD3083-5702-4CFD-A45F-159750626811.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1748878607/misericordia/diyljohewhb6hz1xj8zc/14BD3083-5702-4CFD-A45F-159750626811.jpg","width":1126}])
Marko Marcinko, Misericordia University Director of Music Performance, has been awarded the Centennial Medalist Award by the University of Miami's Frost School of Music.