Doctor of Physical Therapy (Entry-Level DPT) - TWU Physical Therapy

Accredited program, with a 40+ year history of graduating physical therapists
Entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program lasts for 33 months (See attached Degree Plan) and costs approximately $28,000 for In-state students and $58,000 for Out-of-state students (See attached Tuition and Fees document for a semester by semester breakdown)
Academic and clinical classes are integrated throughout the program
Highly qualified and experienced faculty provide a wealth of learning opportunities.
Initial baccalaureate degree can be earned from any accredited University, but TWU has some Special Fast Track degree plans, available in kinesiology, human biology, health studies, and psychology.
Apply for acceptance to either Dallas or Houston campuses via one application process
Average Acceptance rate of qualified applicants over the past 3 years was 50%, while the Matriculation rate during that same period was 55% (see attached tables for details).
Average Graduation rate for the last three classes was 94%, with both the ultimate Licensure Examination pass rate and the Employment rate being 100%.
For admission or prerequisite questions, contact Mary Beth Daugherty by email: mdaugherty@twu.edu or PT@twu.edu or by phone: 940-898-2460

Application Requirements / Procedures

Apply to TWU is the link to use the online and state-wide application form for Graduate studies [$50.00 application fee for most students; $75.00 fee for International Students]
Submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended in sealed envelopes or via electronic transfer
Take the Graduate Record Exam and earn competitive scores on the Verbal, Quantitative, and Writing tests of the GRE. (TWU institution code: R6826. PT code: 0619).
International students from a country where the official language is other than English, must take the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) and TSE/Test A (Test of Spoken English) tests. For a list of exempt countries and the TOEFL exemption form see: http://www.twu.edu/admissions/toefl-requirements-exemptions.asp. See this document for minimum acceptable scores in the various types of testing.
Submit three (3) completed Applicant Recommendation Forms. At least 2 recommendations must come from physical therapists (licensed to practice in the US) where you have observed/worked/volunteered for at least 20 hours. These experiences and recommendations must come from at least two (2) different therapy environments (e.g. out-patient orthopedics, pediatrics, acute care hospital, rehabilitation facility, extended care facility); see this document for more information. Two recommendations from the same clinic are considered as one reference. The third recommendation can come from a professor, supervisor, employer or a third physical therapist at another facility.
Provide a Pre-requisite list that includes when and where you will be completing any outstanding coursework or requirements.
Submit the following items to allow us to get to know you better:
- Resume - Include colleges attended since high school, work experience, leadership roles, honors, volunteer experience and hobbies. Note approximate # of hours spent in each PT observation or work experience.
- Interest letter - Submit a 2 page typed, double spaced letter that expresses your interest in and knowledge of PT. Be reflective of your feelings concerning a career in health care and what motivates you to pursue a DPT. Include examples of formative relationships and explain why you think you can contribute to the profession of physical therapy.
- Campus preference letter - Identify your reason(s) for selecting either the Houston or Dallas campus in a 1^st choice/2^nd choice format. If you truly have no preference, then your application will be randomly sent to one or the other.
Infant, child and adult CPR certification must be obtained before entering and throughout the program.
The Cover Sheet is to be placed on top of mailed items (all in one envelope) or if emailing items, please place all in one email. Only submit one cover sheet.
Remember that admission to the School of Physical Therapy is competitive. For the incoming class of 2011, the average last 60 hrs. GPA was 3.77, the average Math/Science GPA was 3.70 and the average GRE total for the Verbal and Quantitative subtests was 1120.

Application Deadlines for 2013 Incoming class

September 1, 2012 - Early Application deadline for individuals desiring an early review of their application materials. These applications will be reviewed once they are completed and those who meet special criteria will by notified by Oct. 31 that they have been accepted. Others will continue to be reviewed during the subsequent evaluation period.
November 1, 2012 - Final Application deadline. Only completed applications received by this date will be reviewed by the School of PT Admissions Committee for acceptance to the 2013 Incoming class.
December 15, 2012 - Target date for notifying accepted students
January 30, 2013 - Target date for notifying Alternates

Course Requirements (Prerequisites)

Baccalaureate degree in any major must be completed with a minimum last 60 hours GPA of 3.0 prior to beginning the program. Note exception below for Human Biology, Kinesiology and Psychology fast track students at TWU. If you are attending another university for your undergraduate education, be sure you and your advisor are familiar with TWU’s requirements for admission.
You must have successfully completed (mostly A’s and B’s) these prerequisites:

Two semesters of biology or zoology with laboratory
- Not accepted are biology for non-science majors, anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, botany, and ecology
Two semesters of chemistry with laboratory
- Not accepted is chemistry for non-science majors
Two semesters of basic physics with laboratory
- Not accepted is Physics for non-science majors
One semester of college algebra AND one semester of college trigonometry, OR One semester of pre-calculus, OR One semester of calculus.
Six hours of psychology (excluding statistics)
One three-hour course in statistics
One semester of general physiology with laboratory (preferably human); OR Two semesters of anatomy and physiology with laboratory; OR One semester of anatomy and physiology with laboratory PLUS One semester of exercise physiology.
Applicants must complete a course in medical terminology.
If you have not taken an anatomy course we recommend an internet course offered in the summer semester prior to beginning the PT Program at TWU. Please contact Mary Beth Daugherty for more information.