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PhD of Physical Therapy
- Tallahassee, United States
- 2.83 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: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): 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
- Program-specific academic eligibility requires confirmation.
Accepted academic background
Relevant prior qualification as specified by the institution.
Documents you’ll need
- Academic transcripts and applicable supporting documents require confirmation.
How to apply
- Review the programme admission requirements. Prepare the requested academic and identity documents. Submit an application through the institution's admissions process. Provide language results or additional materials if required. Await an admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $19,431 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $35 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Tallahassee main campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Allied Health Sciences |
| Department | Physical Therapy |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 85 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 May 2027
183 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2.83 years.
The next deadline is 15 May 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $19,431 USD per year. The application fee is $35 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $22,992 USD.

