Doctor of Physical Therapy requirements are as follows:
- Completion of the Radford University graduate application process and application fee.
- Minimum 40 hours of clinical experience (volunteer or work-related).
- Minimum combined Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score of 1100 preferred.
- Foreign applicants whose native language is not English must achieve an acceptable score on TOEFL examination and submit an approved credential report for coursework completed outside the United States.
- Minimal acceptable TOEFL scores are:
- Paper Based à 550
- Internet Based à 79-80
- Computer Based à 213
- A minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.25 (based on 4.0 scale) from an accredited 4 year institution.
- A minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (based on 4.0 scale) in math and sciences prerequisites as defined below:
- Anatomy and Physiology (4 credit hours)
- General Biology I and II with labs (8 credit hours)
- Chemistry I and II with labs (8 credit hours)
- Physics I and II with labs (8 credit hours)
- Statistics or Biostatistics (3 credit hours)
- Recommended Courses
- Abnormal Psychology
- Biochemistry
- Biomechanics
- Kinesiology
- Public Speaking
- Technical Writing
- Completed Essay: How will the APTA Vision 2020 impact the profession of physical therapy and how you will practice?
- Provide 3 references specifically addressing the applicant’s potential for success in the DPT program:
- 1 Academic/Educational reference
- 1 Professional Physical Therapist reference
- 1 Work-Related/Volunteer reference
- Personal interviews may be required; and no transfer credit will be allowed into the program due to step-lock sequencing.
- Prior to initial enrollment, verification of required immunization and CPR certification, and completion of a criminal background check. Applicants are reminded that a felony conviction may affect a graduate’s opportunities to attain state licensure and/or administration of certification exams. Further details will be provided by the department. Applicants seeking additional information are encouraged to review information on the following websites:
