Program Overview

Program Overview

The Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.) program at Georgia State University is the oldest accredited physical therapy program in the state of Georgia. It offers exceptional learning opportunities, both on campus and at clinical affiliation sites.

Program Details

• Duration: Nine consecutive semesters, including three summer sessions
• Location: Atlanta Campus
• Application Timeline:
  • Priority Deadline: August 15
  • Hard Deadline: October 15
• Cost: Refer to the university's cost calculator or student financial services for estimated costs

Admissions Requirements

Admissions requirements for the D.P.T. program include:

• Official GRE scores sent to Georgia State (using code 5251)
• Creation of an account with the Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service (PTCAS)
• Official transcripts sent to PTCAS
• Completion of the PTCAS application
• Submission of fees to PTCAS

Program Highlights

• The D.P.T. program has a two-year average licensure exam pass rate of 100 percent.
• Students have opportunities to conduct research projects with faculty members and present their research at local, state, and national meetings.
• The program has affiliations with over 200 healthcare facilities, providing diverse clinical experiences.

Curriculum

• The program consists of 144 credit hours over nine consecutive semesters.
• A curriculum map is available for detailed course information.

Accreditation

The physical therapy program at Georgia State University is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.

Program Outcomes

• Licensure Exam Pass Rate: 100% for the classes of 2020 and 2019.
• Graduation Rates: 98.8% over two years.
• Employment Rate: 100% over two years.

Careers

Physical therapy graduates work in various healthcare settings, including:

• Outpatient facilities
• Private practice
• Skilled-nursing facilities
• Rehabilitation centers
• Pediatrics
• School systems
• Hospitals
• Specialty clinics

Description

The Department of Physical Therapy prepares doctors of physical therapy who are committed to clinical excellence, professional distinction, and scholarly activities that contribute to the body of scientific and clinical knowledge.