Department of Physical Therapy

The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at Wichita State develops practitioners who are fully trained to diagnose, restore, and prevent various physical injuries, conditions and dysfunctions. From acute care to rehabilitation and wellness, our graduates are integral members of the collaborative healthcare team in a variety of settings and provide highly specialized services. They support improved function focused on patient-centered outcomes in hospitals, rehabilitation settings, outpatient clinics, public schools, and also support parents whose infants and toddlers are enrolled in early intervention. PTs are increasingly part of emergency departments, and at times serve as primary health care providers, particularly in rural areas.

Our high-tech facilities and state-of-the-art equipment create a safe and fully accessible learning environment. Admission to our PT program is very competitive, and the wide range of expertise among our faculty helps students excel in every setting. Our Department of Physical Therapy proudly sustains robust graduate outcomes of licensure examination pass rates and employment upon graduation that consistently meet or exceed national averages.

The Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) at Wichita State is an exciting two-year program that trains students to translate classroom skills and knowledge into professional behaviors in a clinical setting.

Located in state's largest metropolitan area, Wichita State provides Athletic Training students with more varied and high-level clinical experiences than other schools. You'll start with direct patient care under guidance and mentoring from professional athletic trainers and physicians.

As you build skills and confidence, your clinical interactions will become more independent and will extend to real-world opportunities through our extensive network of contacts, including minor league sports franchises, NCAA & NAIA collegiate teams, local high school athletic programs, physical therapy clinics, orthopedic surgery practices, family practitioners, and more.