Physical Therapy (DPT)
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We offer dual-degree BS and Doctor of Physical Therapy in six years. |
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The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) at Springfield college teaches exemplary professional practice in physical therapy. You’ll be prepared to become a physical therapist who is able to recognize and meet existing and emerging health care needs.
The program seeks to give you values and skills for lifelong learning, ethical behavior in practice, and a commitment to the enrichment and promotion of the physical therapy profession. Courses in anatomy, clinical sciences, organization and delivery of health care, research methodology, and statistics enable you to develop advanced problem-solving skills, a broad knowledge in the science and practice of physical therapy, and a clinically-based understanding of administration, research, and evidence-based practice. Part- and full-time clinical experiences in approved clinical education facilities round out the program.
Our program offers unique experiences as you learn, such as opportunities to:
- Participate in the on-campus Community Mobility Clinic starting in year one of DPT program
- Engage in physical therapy service delivery with our campus partner LIVE EVERY DAY
- Become a student health coach for a participant in our Walk With Ease program
- Participate in student physical therapy organization activities, which include DPT students mentoring undergraduate students
Best of all? Our program outcomes back us up, so you can feel confident knowing your career is just around the corner.
The American Council of Academic Physical Therapy (ACAPT) is a not-for-profit association dedicated to excellence in physical therapist education programs as a whole. ACAPT's core purpose is to lead physical therapy in the pursuit of academic excellence.
How to Apply:
Prerequisite Courses
The following prerequisite courses must be completed prior to beginning the DPT program with a minimum grade of “C” or better:
- Biology with a lab (8 credits)
- General Chemistry with a lab (8 credits)
- Physics with a lab (8 credits)
- Anatomy & Physiology with a lab (8 credits)
- Exercise Physiology with a lab (3 credits)
- Statistics (3 credits)
- College-level math, Calculus preferred (3 credits)
- Psychology, Sociology, or Anthropology (6-9 credits)
- Optional: Kinesiology (3 credits)
Admissions Requirements
1. Complete either of the following:
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- Apply using our online application: Once your application form is processed you will receive an email with your application portal login credentials and instructions for submitting supplemental materials as listed below.
2. Essay: In two to three double-spaced pages, please describe significant life experiences that have contributed to your interest in your field, your understanding of this field, your occupational objectives, and why you have chosen Springfield College.
3. Resume: Please include any college activities, out-of-school leadership experiences, work history, and community involvement to support your interest in or qualifications for graduate study.
4. Three letters of recommendation: Two letters of recommendation from a faculty member or direct supervisor: Recommenders will receive an email when you submit your application and will be able to upload your letter to your application.
5. Shadow Hours: Documentation showing a minimum of 10 shadowing hours showing dates and hours worked signed by the supervising clinician.
6. Transcripts: An official transcript from each college/university you have attended is required. In order to be considered official, transcripts must be received directly from the original source, by email to graduate@springfield.edu or mailed to the college address:
Springfield College
Office of Graduate Admissions
263 Alden Street
Springfield, MA 01109
International Applicants
- $100 non-refundable International Application fee
In addition to the above admissions requirements, all international applicants from non-English-speaking countries are required to submit:
- Proof of English language proficiency by way of the TOEFL or IELTS: Other tests may be accepted on a case-by-case basis. Please refer to our language requirements for more information on acceptable tests, minimum scores, exemptions, and conditional acceptance. If your undergraduate degree was earned in the United States and you successfully completed college-level English, we will consider English language proficiency met.
- Please note: Transcripts must be in English. If the transcript is not in English you will be required to submit a professional credential evaluation completed by any member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). For this we recommend SpanTran, with its customized portal for Springfield College applicants. World Education Services or Josef Silny & Associates, Inc. are also recommended for your credential evaluations.
The Office of International Admissions can assist you with questions you may have about enrolling at Springfield College as an international student by emailing intladmissions@springfieldcollege.edu.
Application Deadlines
Doctor of Physical Therapy candidates must submit applications via PTCAS here.
APPLICATION DEADLINES
Domestic Students
- Application and Supporting Materials Priority Deadline: January 24
- Following the priority deadline, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as space is available
International Students
- Application and Supporting Materials Deadline: December 1
*The Springfield College physical therapy program is primarily an early-assurance/dual-degree BS to DPT program. As a result, the number of graduate entry candidates we can enroll is limited.
The public or any other stakeholder of the DPT program at Springfield College has the right to make a complaint and receive a response from the institution. In Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) standards, this is referred to as a “complaint which falls outside the realm of due process.” If you feel that you need to let us know about an experience or encounter with any student, faculty, or staff member who is part of the DPT program, please use this form to provide all the relevant information. Springfield College will act on all program-related complaints in an expedient manner.
