Program Overview

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program

The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in physical therapy.

Tuition & Fees

The estimated program costs for the DPT program are as follows:

• Application fee through PTCAS System: $160
• Physical Therapy Program Tuition: $11,500 per semester
• Clinical education fees: $300
• Student Liability Insurance (one-time fee): $45
• Lab Fee (one-time fee): $850
• Books (estimated for total program): $2,900
• Examination Prep Course: $90
• Text (optional but highly recommended): $99
• Flashcards (optional but highly recommended): $59
• American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Student Membership (per year, optional but highly recommended): $90
• Graduation Fees (one-time fee): $190
• Technology Fee (per semester): $50
• Parking Fee (per semester): $75
• Transcript Fee: $15

Cost of Attendance Information

If accepted, students are required to remit a $500 non-refundable payment to hold their place. This payment is applied to the physical therapy school tuition. Students are responsible for all graduate school costs associated with the professional experiences in semesters IV, V, VII, and VIII, including room, board, and transportation. These experiences may be out of town and out of state.

Withdrawal Policy

Registration for classes creates a contract for payment of tuition, fees, and charges. A student choosing to terminate this contract with the university must officially withdraw during the first 6 business days from the first day of class within any part of the term in the fall, spring, or summer semester. Failure to officially withdraw within this refund period obligates the student to pay all charges in full. Withdrawal must be made in writing through the Student Service Center. Nonattendance to class or notification to a professor does not constitute an official withdrawal.

• Five (5) business days or earlier: 100% of tuition
• Six (6) business days or later: No refund

Financial Assistance

Financial aid may be available in the form of student loans to eligible students. Students are required to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine their eligibility. Accepted students are also required to complete a university application for financial aid to be awarded financial aid.

Scholarships

Scholarship applications are made available each December for the following year. Available scholarships include:

• Absolute Endowed Scholarship in Physical Therapy: An endowed scholarship with a goal to establish a working, collaborative, and supportive relationship between the university and Absolute in the area of Physical Therapy. This scholarship is limited to those students who are performing their clinicals at an Absolute-related nursing facility.
• The Marlene K. Toot '85 Endowed Scholarship: This scholarship was established by alum Marlene K. Toot '85 and is restricted to students who are majoring in a health science field, including Physical Therapy, Nursing, or Physical Education.
• Austin-Bailey Health and Wellness Foundation Scholarship: This scholarship is restricted to students of sophomore or higher standing, including graduate students, who are pursuing health-related majors and reside in Stark, Tuscarawas, or Wayne County.
• The Doctor of Physical Therapy Scholarship: Preference is given to students with financial need who display leadership and community service activities.