University of the Sciences in Philadelphia

The Department of Physical Therapy educates Doctor of Physical Therapy students to practice autonomously within an evolving, complex and diverse health-care environment. You’ll become a health-care professional distinguished by leadership, innovation and excellence in a dynamic and diverse global society.

A Field of Increasing Demand

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, employment of physical therapists is expected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations through 2014. As the life expectancy for Americans lengthens, the need for physical therapists to care for them will increase.

Physical therapists:

• Motivate people to reach optimal functional status in work, home and recreational activities
• Develop a treatment program unique to each individual that includes education, instruction and patient participation
• Evaluate an individual's ability to function
• Work with individuals to prevent the loss of mobility before it occurs by developing fitness and wellness programs for healthier and more active lifestyles
• Have career flexibility
• Enjoy a choice of work environments—from private offices and clinics to rehabilitation and acute-care hospitals to clients' homes.

Why University of the Sciences Should Be Your First Choice:

• Earn a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) in just six years when you enter the program as a freshman.
• Learn from a faculty of doctoral-trained, clinically certified specialists with rich, diverse backgrounds.
• Gain experience during hands-on clinical rotations.
• Learn through real-life experiences working in the community.
• Graduate in demand—typically with several job offers in numerous career fields.
• Take advantage of a variety of admission options and learning opportunities for students at different stages in their academic careers.
• Be part of a campus experience that feels small but lives large.

Accreditation

The physical therapy program at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). Click here to access accreditation information.

Frequently asked questions regarding physical therapy programs, accreditation and complaints about a CAPTE accredited program can be found by clicking here, or by calling 703-706-3244.