Program Overview

Introduction to the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

The University of Delaware's Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program is ranked #1 in the nation by US News and World Report. The program offers a 2.5-year DPT degree and post-graduate education, including six residency and fellowship programs, and two interdisciplinary PhD programs in Biomechanics and Movement Science and Neuroscience.

Program Overview

The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program aims to educate outstanding entry-level physical therapists who provide excellent physical therapy services, integrate scientific inquiry into their clinical practice, and have a well-developed sense of professionalism and social responsibility. The Department prepares a diverse workforce of physical therapists capable of top-of-license practice. The mission of the Department is to optimize quality of life and human function by transforming physical therapy.

Research and Clinical Practice

The faculty of the Department of Physical Therapy have active research programs, funded by national and local agencies. The Delaware Physical Therapy Clinic, located at the University of Delaware, provides a unique environment where physical therapists, students, and researchers work together to implement cutting-edge treatment to patients from the University and the surrounding community.

Accreditation and Residency Programs

The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at the University of Delaware is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). The University of Delaware also offers credentialed residencies in sports, orthopedics, geriatrics, neurology, and acute care, accredited by the American Board of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education (ABPTRFE).

Program Details

• The program offers a 2.5-year DPT degree
• Post-graduate education includes six residency and fellowship programs
• Two interdisciplinary PhD programs are available in Biomechanics and Movement Science and Neuroscience
• The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
• The University of Delaware also offers credentialed residencies in sports, orthopedics, geriatrics, neurology, and acute care, accredited by the American Board of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education (ABPTRFE)