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Doctor of Physical Therapy Dpt

at Western University of Health Sciences · United States

Duration

three years with nine semesters

Intake

Mode

Full Time

About this program

The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program trains students through didactic and clinical education focused on assessments and treatment. The curriculum includes a five-course research sequence that immerses students in primary scientific research, supported by projects such as assessing trunk control in individuals with severe disabilities and developing innovative gait analysis tools.

The DPT program runs for three years with nine semesters. It includes early and frequent clinical experiences in a variety of settings, including rehabilitation centers, hospitals, and private practices, plus a simulation lab and the use of advanced technology such as AI and digital applications.

Career outcomes

  • Acute care centers
  • Orthopedic clinics
  • Rehabilitation centers
  • Skilled care facilities
  • Sports medicine clinics
  • Home health settings

How this course compares

  • Western University of Health Sciences is #463 in the United States on research impact (441,755 citations).
  • It lists 2 Science courses in total, 1 of them at professional level.
  • 33 universities in the United States teach professional Science; the best ranked of the others are listed below.
  • Most professional Science courses in the United States take 3–4 years; this one takes three years with nine semesters.
  • Western University of Health Sciences has 1 scholarship listed on Educads.

Frequently asked questions

Which other universities in the United States offer professional Science?

Oregon Health Sciences University (#179 in United States), New York Medical College (#259 in United States), Loma Linda University (#281 in United States), Texas Tech University-Health Sciences Center (#319 in United States), University of Colorado at Colorado Springs (#413 in United States), State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (#417 in United States), Midwestern University (#479 in United States), Oklahoma City University (#567 in United States) are among the 33 that do.

How long is the Doctor of Physical Therapy Dpt at Western University of Health Sciences?

It takes three years with nine semesters, studied Full Time.

Are there scholarships at Western University of Health Sciences?

Yes — 1 are listed on the university's Educads page, with eligibility and deadlines.

Is Western University of Health Sciences a good university for Science?

Western University of Health Sciences is #463 in the United States on research impact (441,755 citations).

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