Admission to the program is competitive, the average class size is thirty-two students. Each year more qualified candidates apply for admission than we are able to admit; meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Acceptance is based on academic excellence, evidence of physical therapy clinical experience, the required essays, interview (if invited), and letters of recommendation. Acceptance will be based on the stated criteria and not based on race, sex, creed or national origin.

It is recommended that candidates review the core performance standards, found on Page 10 of the DPT Program Policies and Procedures Manual, on our website prior to submitting their application.

Our new class begins in the summer of each year (end of June).

The minimum entrance requirements for the graduate entry-level physical therapy program are:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• Documented volunteer or paid clinical experience in
  physical therapy (100 hours minimum), e.g., how many hours completed at any health care facility. This should be signed by a licensed physical therapist, with an indication of his/her appropriate credentials. (sample documentation)
• Three letters of recommendation (2 from a licensed Physical Therapist; 1 from a Professor)
• If requested, an interview with the admissions committee
• Completion of required courses with a grade of C (2.0 minumum) or better
• Essay Questions

In addition, the Graduate Record Examination (verbal and quantitative) must be taken and scores forwarded to the University of Delaware. (School Code 5811, Department Code 0619)

Acceptance will be based upon the stated criteria and not on the basis of race, sex, creed, or national origin.

Required Courses

Recommended Courses
(but not required for admissions)