Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008

What do physical therapists do?

What can I do to help me learn more about physical therapy?

What high school courses should I take in preparation for physical therapy?

How long does it take to become a physical therapist?

What type of courses should I take in college?

Can I major in pre-physical therapy?

What are the most common majors selected by pre-physical therapy students?

How do the prerequisites for the physical therapy program fit into different majors?

Can I enter physical therapy school after only three years of undergraduate study?

Why a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree instead of a master's degree?

How competitive is admission to the physical therapy program?

What makes the University of Indianapolis attractive to undergraduate students interested in physical therapy?

What are some of the strengths of your program?

I'm still interested in physical therapy, what are my next steps?

How competitive is admission to the physical therapy program?

Admission to the program is competitive, with 2 to 3 applicants for each space in the program. Successful applicants possess strong academic records, diverse work and volunteer experiences and outstanding recommendations. Undergraduates who attend the University of Indianapolis for 94 or more credit hours receive additional consideration in the admission process.

What makes the University of Indianapolis attractive to undergraduate students interested in physical therapy?

Prospective pre-PT students should consider attending the University of Indianapolis as an undergraduate for three important reasons.

       First, the University of Indianapolis offers a fine undergraduate education in a supportive environment—whether or not students follow through with their initial interest in physical therapy.

       Second, attending the University of Indianapolis as an undergraduate dramatically increases the chance of being admitted to our highly-ranked PT program.

       Third, attending the University of Indianapolis exposes students, as undergraduates, to a variety of resources that can help them plan for their physical therapy career. These resources include:

• Undergraduate advisors who are knowledgeable about the requirements for, and the demands of, the PT program.

• Opportunity to network with PT students, faculty, and admissions personnel.

• Service learning opportunities in various health and human services organizations.

• Learning and leadership opportunities within many campus organizations, including the Pre-Physical Therapy Club.

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