Frequently Asked Questions: Physical Therapy
Program Expansion and Rolling Admissions
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Is the program expanding its cohort?
The program has submitted a request to the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) to increase cohort size (up to 60 students). A final determination is expected prior to the start of the academic year -
How does rolling admissions work?
Completed applications are reviewed in the order received. Offers are extended to qualified applicants who meet all admissions requirements as seats become available. -
What happens if I meet admissions criteria but no seat is available?
Qualified applicants may be placed on a waitlist or remain under consideration for the next Fall term without needing to submit a new application. -
Are the academic standards affected by rolling admissions or cohort expansion?
No. All applicants are evaluated using the same rigorous academic and professional standards. -
Can previously denied applicants reapply?
Yes. Applicants may update their materials to address prior deficiencies in accordance with the current application cycle requirements. -
What does being on the waitlist mean?
Waitlisted applicants remain under active consideration and may receive an offer if space becomes available. -
If I am not offered a seat, what happens next?
Qualified applicants who cannot be accommodated due to capacity limitations may remain under consideration for the following admission cycle. -
Should I still apply if I prefer to start in the upcoming cycle?
Yes. Applicants interested in beginning in the upcoming cycle are encouraged to apply. Placement will depend on final cohort capacity and the timing of admission offers.
Application Basics
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Is 成人AV视频's DPT program accredited? Is 成人AV视频 accredited?
Yes; the DPT program is accredited through the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) through 2024.
The 成人AV视频 (成人AV视频) is accredited by the to award baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of the 成人AV视频. Individual contact to the Commission on Colleges about the 成人AV视频 accreditation status should occur only if there is evidence that appears to support significant noncompliance with a requirement or standard.
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In what term(s) does the program start each year? What is the application window and deadline?
The DPT program admits a cohort of approximately 30 students each fall semester, which normally begins in mid August. The application window is generally June - January in PTCAS. Candidates are responsible for consulting our webpages for the annual deadline. The deadline is a receive-by deadline and late items will not be considered. -
Must I have a particular major from my undergraduate education to pursue the DPT?
No one undergraduate major is preferred for candidates entering the DPT. We are proud of the diverse backgrounds that our students possess. The most important factors are that the institution awarding the baccalaureate degree holds institutional accreditation status at the time of attendance and that the prerequisite GPAs and GRE scores meet the minimum posted requirements. Note that meeting the minimum requirements does not ensure admission or even an interview; this is a competitive application process. -
May I transfer graduate-level coursework from another DPT program into 成人AV视频's program?
Unfortunately, transfer work from another DPT program is not accepted by the 成人AV视频 program. New applicants and DPT transfers are considered for admission based on the same criteria. -
How do I apply?
Interested individuals will need to follow all of the application steps provided on the DPT page. Note that one of the requirements includes applying through . This is the main application for each candidate and a 成人AV视频 Supplemental Application will be required once a PTCAS application is complete. Please ensure that the PTCAS application is fully completed by the application deadline to avoid disqualification. -
If I have C's may I still apply?
As long as your 成人AV视频 DPT non-science prerequisite GPA and 成人AV视频 DPT science prerequisite GPA are each at least 3.00, then you are welcome to apply. Please note that all attempts on a course (passed or failed) will be averaged to calculate the prerequisite GPA scores. Those with less than a 3.00 in either of the prerequisite GPA categories at the time of final consideration will be denied. -
What are the average GPAs and GRE scores for those accepted into the DPT program?
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How can I have my transcripts reviewed?
Due to resource limitations, only the transcripts of those who actually have a PTCAS application with the program will be reviewed. If a candidate has a question on one or two courses then those may be directed to ptadmissions@unf.edu.
Prerequisite Courses
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Are there prerequisites to the DPT program? If so, is there a limit regarding the age of the courses?
Yes, there are twelve (12) prerequisites to the DPT program, which are denoted in PTCAS and on the DPT program webpage. All second-level prerequisite courses (e.g., Biology II, second Psychology) must be completed within 7 years of the application submission date. Anything older than that time must be retaken. -
Must all of the prerequisites be completed before I may apply?
Applications with outstanding coursework are accepted if: No more than three (3) total prerequisites are outstanding within an application. No more than two (2) of these outstanding courses can be a science prerequisite.
All outstanding prerequisites must be completed with a B or higher (B- not accepted) prior to enrollment.
Please note: any courses in progress at the time of the application deadline will not count toward your prerequisite GPA.
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May I take prerequisites at institutions other than 成人AV视频?
Yes; candidates are permitted to complete the necessary prerequisites at any accredited institution. Note that not all institutions will permit re-enrollment in courses previously passed with a 'C' or higher. Check with the institution of your choice in advance and plan accordingly. -
If I take a prerequisite course more than once does 成人AV视频 use the best score earned when determining my GPA?
No; 成人AV视频 does not use the best score earned in a prerequisite, disregarding other earned scores, when calculating prerequisite GPA's. If a prerequisite course is completed more than once in the 7-year window, 成人AV视频 averages each attempt at that course together to calculate the score earned. -
Are there any acceptable substitutions toward any of 成人AV视频 DPT prerequisite courses?
Below is a complete list of our required prerequisite courses and their commonly accepted substitutions. Please note that inclusion on this list does not guarantee approval; all coursework is subject to final review and determination by the Admissions Committee.
成人AV视频 DPT Prerequisite Courses
Science Prerequisite Courses (32 credits):
- CHM 2045/2045L General Chemistry I with Lab (4 credits)
- SUBS: Unfortunately, there are no subs for this course. A General Chem 1 with Lab must be completed.
- CHM 2046/2046L General Chemistry II with Lab (4 credits)
- SUBS: Unfortunately, there are no subs for this course. A General Chem 2 with Lab must be completed.
- PHY 2053C Algebra-based Physics I with Lab (4 credits)
- SUBS: Calculus-based Physics 1 with Lab or a General Physics 1 with Lab must be completed.
- PHY 2054C Algebra-based Physics II with Lab (4 credits)
- SUBS: Calculus-based Physics 1 with Lab or a General Physics 2 with Lab must be completed.
- BSC 2085C Anatomy and Physiology I with Lab (4 credits)
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- BSC 2086C Anatomy and Physiology II with Lab (4 credits)
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- BSC 1010C General Biology I with Lab (4 credits)
- SUBS: Unfortunately, there are no subs for this course. A General Biology 1 with Lab must be completed.
- BSC1011C General Biology II with Lab (4 credits)
- SUBS: Genetics with Lab, Microbiology with Lab or a General Biology 2 with Lab must be completed.
Non-Science Prerequisite Courses (9-12 credits):
- PSY 2012 Introduction to Psychology (3 credits)
- SUBS: General Psychology. An intro/gen/basic psychology course must be completed.
- DEP 3054 Lifespan Development Psychology or CLP4143 Abnormal Psychology (3 credits)
- SUBS: Developmental Psychology, Psychopathology, Human Development, Human Growth and Development, Abnormal Psychology, Lifespan Development, or Lifespan Developmental Psychology.
- STA 2023 Introductory Statistics (3 credits)
- SUBS: Generally, any statistics-heavy course must be completed.
- HSC 3537 Medical Terminology (3 credits) (optional, but encouraged)
- CHM 2045/2045L General Chemistry I with Lab (4 credits)
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Are Sociology or Anthropology courses accepted in place of the Psychology prerequisites?
No. Sociology and Anthropology courses are not accepted in place of the Psychology prerequisite courses.
GRE Requirements
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May I apply before I take the GRE?
Yes; however, please know that there are processing times in receiving official GRE scores. Late scores will not be considered. Please plan your test date accordingly. Candidates who wish to improve upon previous GRE scores are encouraged to submit official scores to PTCAS and submit written notice to ptadmissions@unf.edu once updated scores are filed. Exam results for additional attempts must be submitted to PTCAS for processing by the application deadline to be considered.
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May I retake the GRE if I am not satisfied with my scores?
Following the testing policies of ETS, candidates may submit multiple sets of scores for consideration. All attempts, however, MUST be on file by the actual application deadline and reported officially by the test agency. This means that applicants must plan their testing appointments in accordance with our application deadline. Note that the minimum acceptable analytical (essay) score is 3.5 without exception.
成人AV视频 DPT does not SuperScore GRE tests. 成人AV视频 DPT will take the highest score achieved on any one exam. 成人AV视频 cannot take section scores from multiple exams.
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How can I submit GRE scores for my application? Do I need to submit scores to both 成人AV视频 and PTCAS?
The 成人AV视频 DPT program only accepts GRE scores that are officially reported by the testing agency. Self-reported scores, copies, or transcript notations will not be accepted. Official scores must be received by the application deadline.
The revised GRE, including the Analytical Writing section, is required. Extensions will not be granted, so please plan accordingly.
Official GRE scores should only be sent via each candidate's PTCAS application use our GRE Designated Code: 0994
Candidates are encouraged to read the requirements for GRE score submission via or 成人AV视频 DPT homepage.
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What is the age limit on GRE scores? What if I previously submitted official scores?
ETS, which manages the GRE, only archives scores for five (5) years. If you are unable to obtain an official report of scores, then you must take the exam and submit new scores by the application deadline.
Supplemental Items
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Is a supplemental application required?
Yes, aafter submitting your PTCAS application, you MUST also complete a 成人AV视频 Graduate School Application. This step is quick and seamless, as ALL your information from PTCAS will carry over be awaiting you in the 成人AV视频 application portal. This application can only be accessed after you have submitted your PTCAS application. -
Are recommendations or an interview required?
An interview may be requested for competitive candidates, but is not a requirement.
Two (2) Recommendation Letters are required by the application deadline and must be submitted to PTCAS. It is required that one (1) come from a Licensed Physical Therapist with whom you have worked, received treatment from, or completed Observation Hours with. It is also required that one (1) come from an instructor/professor/assistant professor/associate professor/professor in your major, and identify the associated course you took with that instructor. It is preferred that the letter come from your instructor in one of the following courses: Anatomy & Physiology, Biology, Chemistry, or Physics.
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How many Observation Hours are required?
Observation hours are NOT required but are HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to be documented to the program through PTCAS. The 40 minimum observation hours come from the direct supervision of physical therapists in multiple facilities; ideally, three (3). Hours must be completed before the application deadline.
成人AV视频 DPT does not have a specific document to be signed for observation hours. Any verification documentation provided by the organization you are conducting observation hours with should be sufficient and will need to be uploaded to your PTCAS application.
We are looking to see if you have observed a minimum of three of the following disciplines: General Orthopedics (musculoskeletal); Neurologic (neuromuscular); Cardiovascular/Pulmonary; Integumentary (wound management); Geriatrics; Pediatrics; Sports; Aquatics; Women's Health; or Other Diagnoses.
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Do I have to submit transcripts to the 成人AV视频 Graduate School as well as PTCAS?
No! All official transcripts should only be sent through each candidate's PTCAS application.
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May I claim observation hours from my employment or internship?
As long as your observation time was supervised by a licensed physical therapist, you may document hours earned during employment &/or internships.
Application Status & Decisions
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How will I know my application status?
PTCAS should include a method of checking the status of your received items in their system (transcripts, LORs, Observation Hours, etc.). Email notification will be sent out periodically as well to the preferred email provided in your PTCAS application.
Candidates will receive official notification via email to the email address listed on their PTCAS application once decisions have been made.
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Is there a waitlist if I am not accepted? Do you accept students prior to the application deadline?
Yes; alternates may be selected and will be contacted should vacancies become available. There is no guarantee that an alternate will be called into the program. Those not admitted may apply for a future term if they desire.
Miscellaneous
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How much are tuition and fees? May I receive in-state tuition if I am not a Florida resident?
Tuition and fees are available on our DPT Homepage. They are subject to change each fall.
Residency and tuition waiver questions should be directed to the 成人AV视频 Graduate School at (904) 620-1360 prior to the start of the program.
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Are campus and program tours available?
The 成人AV视频 provides general campus tours regularly. Our campus is beautiful and easily walkable so we encourage using this avenue. You may schedule an in-person tour via the Welcome Center webpage. The 成人AV视频 Department of Physical Therapy is located in the Brooks College of Health, Building 39, Second floor.
Department of Physical Therapy program-specific tours are generally not available but can be requested by emailing ptadmissions@unf.edu (subject to staff availability and time).
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With whom may I speak about the actual program expectations and curriculum?
Questions regarding actual enrollment in the program, and NOT regarding admission requirements, should be directed to Dr. Sherry Pinkstaff, Department Chair and Associate Professor, at s.pinkstaff@unf.edu.
Questions regarding admission should be directed to ptadmissions@unf.edu.
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Can I have a job while I am a graduate student?
The PT curriculum is rigorous and requires a substantial commitment of student time. Students will need to remain flexible with their time to participate fully in lab sessions, clinicals, and internships. Most students are unable to maintain regular employment while enrolled in the program. -
How do 成人AV视频 graduates fare on the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE)?
The 成人AV视频 DPT program exceeds national averages annually with first-time and ultimate pass rates. The also maintains statistics for each program.