Program Details:
- Program Credits: 103
- Estimated Completion Time: 3 years
- Program Format: On-campus, with clinical fieldwork
Become a confident, evidence-informed Doctor of Physical Therapy in three years.
Become a confident, evidence-informed Doctor of Physical Therapy in three years.
Ready to prepare for clinical practice as a physical therapist? If you’ve already earned your bachelor’s degree, you can enter our three-year Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. Over nine consecutive semesters, the D’Youville DPT takes you through coursework, clinical fieldwork, and graduate research to prepare you for evidence-informed, compassionate care.
With a curriculum that integrates clinical reasoning, wellness promotion, and culturally responsive care, you’ll be prepared to thrive in diverse settings—from hospitals and rehabilitation centers to schools, sports facilities, and private practices. Thanks to our many clinical partnerships, D’Youville DPT students can choose from more than 600 fieldwork sites.
D’Youville University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).*
YOU WILL:
- Evaluate and treat patients to restore movement and function
- Apply clinical reasoning and evidence-informed practice
- Complete clinical fieldwork at a choice of 600+ sites
- Train in simulation and interprofessional settings
- Prepare for the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE)
PRACTICE AND LEAD IN AN EVOLVING FIELD
Build confidence through hands-on training and guidance from our experienced physical therapy faculty. Graduate prepared for general practice or for specialized practice in orthopedics, sports medicine, geriatrics, home care, and other areas.
COURSES AND REQUIREMENTS
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Apply through the Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service (PTCAS). Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis through April, with priority given to those received by December 1. Requirements include:
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
- A cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 3.00 (on a 4.00 system)
- Completion of prerequisite courses with a grade of B or better (a maximum of two may be a C or better; minimum prerequisite GPA of 3.00)
- 60+ hours of work with a vulnerable population
- Two letters of recommendation addressing leadership and the ability to work with others
Prerequisite Coursework — Math and Natural Sciences
- Two 3-credit courses in human-based or applied science
- One course in human anatomy with lab
- One course in human physiology with lab (or two courses in human anatomy with physiology with labs)
- Two courses in chemistry with labs
- Two courses in physics with labs
- One semester of statistics
Prerequisite Coursework — Social and Behavioral Sciences
- One course in psychology
TUITION AND FEES
Financial aid is available for those who qualify. Scholarships, articulation agreements, and military discounts may also be available for qualifying doctoral students.
| COST | ||
|---|---|---|
| Program Tuition | $121,350 | |
| Program Fees | $8,045 | |
| Total Estimated Cost | $129,395 | |
CAREER OUTCOMES
Physical therapists help patients regain strength and function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent disability. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a median wage of $101,020 (2024) and projects 11% national job growth from 2024–2034.
Clinical Practice
Work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, outpatient clinics, schools, sports facilities, and private practices.
Specialty Care
Pursue areas such as orthopedics, pediatrics, sports, geriatrics, or home care.
Research and Teaching
Some graduates pursue advanced study and careers in research and education.
Disclaimers and Accreditation Statement
Graduation from an academic program does not guarantee licensure.
*The three-year graduate DPT program at D’Youville is registered with the New York State Education Department (NYSED) and fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) of the American Physical Therapy Association.
Accreditation:
Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085
Telephone: 703-706-3245
Email: accreditation@apta.org
Website: www.capteonline.org
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Fill out the form to request more information and start your journey toward becoming a Doctor of Physical Therapy with D’Youville University.