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PhD of Physical Therapy
- Pittsburgh, United States
- 2.33 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): 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 entry-level prerequisites) with official transcripts
- Course-by-course professional credential evaluation for non-US degrees
- Programme-specific prerequisites
- CAS application for OTD and DPT
- Passport copy
- Proof of financial support.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's degree (or entry-level prerequisites) with official transcripts, Professional credential evaluation for non-US degrees
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79
- Duolingo 105
- PTE Academic 58
Documents you’ll need
- Passport Copy
- Academic Transcripts
- Qualification Certificates
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Purpose
- Research Proposal If Applicable
- Academic References
- Proof of Financial Support
- Supporting Immigration Documents If Applicable
How to apply
- Review the graduate admission requirements and intake dates. Prepare academic records and any program-specific documents. Complete the official application and submit the requested supporting documents. Provide language proficiency evidence if required. Pay any applicable official application fee. Review the admissions decision and arrange visa documents if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $44,438 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $60 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Shadyside Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Health Sciences |
| Department | Department of Healthcare |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 106 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Jul 2027
229 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2.33 years.
The next deadline is 1 Jul 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $44,438 USD per year. The application fee is $60 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $14,377 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79, Duolingo 105, PTE Academic 58.