The Wichita State University Doctor of Physical Therapy entry-level program prepares students to examine, evaluate, diagnose, and treat people suffering from disabling conditions due to injury, illness, or disease. Students learn to assess their clients' and patients' movement in order to apply appropriate treatment plans.

Key Program Features

  • Close proximity to clinical sites. WSU's Physical Therapy Program is affiliated with a variety of clinical sites throughout the state of Kansas. As a result, students have close access to real-world experiences.
  • Clinical education. The clinical instructors facilitate a variety of clinical learning experiences so students can learn quality physical therapy care.

Program FAQs

  • Entry Point: This program begins in the summer semester.
  • Program Length: The program lasts for 3 years.
  • Study Plan Options: Students receive full-time study for a period of 33 consecutive months.
  • Clinical Observation: A minimum of 20 hours of clinical observation at one or more physical therapy settings is required for application to the program.
  • Application Deadline: The PTCAS and WSU Graduate School application, which includes the WSU DPT Supplemental Survey are due April 1. Further information can be found under the "Admissions" tab.  
  • Class Size: The class size is 60 students.
  • Acceptance Ratio: 7:1 ratio of acceptance.
  • Minimum GPA to apply: To apply, you must have a minimum GPA of 3.00 overall, 3.00 in math/science prerequisites, and 3.00 in your last 60 credit hours. 
  • Degrees required: The minimum degree required is a Bachelor's degree.
  • National Physical Therapy Examination: All graduates who obtain a degree in physical therapy must also pass the National Physical Therapy Licensure Examination (NPTE) to practice in the United States. A social security number is required for the application to take this examination.