Doctor of Physical Therapy

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 is offered in the summer.
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. 20 hours of clinical observation at one or more physical therapy clinics
Application Deadline. PTCAS and WSU Graduate School applications are due October 1, and the WSU DPT Qualtrics Supplemental Survey application is due November 1. Further information can be found under the "Admissions" tab.
Class Size. The class size is 40 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.