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PhD of Physical Therapy
Concordia University - St. Paul
- St. Paul, United States
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
The Doctor of Physical Therapy is a 28-month, 112-credit CAPTE-accredited doctorate starting each January.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop advanced knowledge of Physical Therapy and apply discipline-appropriate methods
- Assess relevant evidence
- And communicate informed conclusions.
Career outcomes
- Physical therapist
Curriculum
- 28-month
- Seven-semester
- 112-credit curriculum that teaches physical therapy the way it is practised
- In a semi-self-paced model
- With 36 weeks of full-time clinical experience. Accredited by CAPTE.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor's degree or higher with official transcript
- DPT-specific admission documents
- TOEFL iBT 89 minimum
- Bank statement and Certificate of Finance
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's degree or higher with official transcript; additional DPT-specific admission documents required
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 89
Documents you’ll need
- Passport Identification Page
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Prior Degree Certificate
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Purpose
- Financial Support Evidence
- English Proficiency Evidence if Required
How to apply
- Review the program entry requirements and intake dates. Prepare academic transcripts and identification documents. Check required language scores and program prerequisites. Submit the international student application. Pay the applicable fee and await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $31,520 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | St. Paul campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | CSP Global |
| Department | Department of Physical Therapy |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 111 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | Potential institutional or external awards may be available to eligible international students at Concordia University - St. Paul. Confirm current eligibility, funding amount and deadlines with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
213 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
The next deadline is 15 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $31,520 USD per year. The application fee is $50 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $16,650 USD.
Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 89.