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Lebanon Valley College DPT
I have recently been accepted to LVC DPT program. On their website it states they start in the summer but not the exact start date. Just wondering they start in summer 1, summer 2, or if they follow a different academic calendar than the rest of the school. Any help would be great!!! Thanks!!- hopefulPT1818
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Quality of education and experience from SUNY Downstate & Touro College
Hey Everyone! I’m currently in the interviewing process of getting into PT school. I have applied to Suny Downstate and Touro College. I have heard mix reviews for both places. Now that it is 2018, I’m just wondering if any of the two schools have made better changes in their curriculum...- orangetulip93
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San Diego State DPT vs. Loma Linda DPT
I have recently been accepted to both SDSU's and LLU's DPT programs, and I am having trouble deciding! Does anyone have any input? Does anyone who has gone to either of these schools have any input? Any advice anyone could give me would be awesome!- SaraXCTF
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Marist DPT
Good day to all, I am looking to gain insight to anyone who has heard of the Marist University DPT program starting in 2019. I applied and I am waiting on hearing back in regards to interviews and what not... 2018/19 will be their first year and I am curious to hear the opinions of others that...- AlexBS90
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University of Saint Augustine Flex DPT vs Full-time Residential Program
Hey everyone, so I plan on applying to University of Saint Augustine (St. Augustine Campus) for their spring 2019 start date; however, I'm undecided on whether I should apply to the flex program or the full-time program. I was hoping to get any type of insight from any of you who are either...- Gator2DPT
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- Forum: Pre-Physical Therapy
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University of Washington 2017-2018
Has anyone heard from UW (seattle) yet?- Chewie616
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Is it REALLY possible? Becoming a DPT while serving in the National Guard..
Is it Really possible? Becoming a DPT while serving in the National Guard.. First off, this is my very first post on SDN - I have realized how valuable some threads on here are to others! Hearing from those who have gone down the paths that others want to go down provides people with incredible...- Hendo270
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Franklin Pierce NH or AZ
Hey guys, So I'm still waiting on other schools to get back to me, but I got into Franklin Pierce AZ campus today for DPT and I was also accepted to the NH campus as well. From what I've seen so far online, it seems like the main/original campus (NH) is ranked higher and seems slightly better...- wdpt98123
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UTMB DPT Class of 2021
Hello, friends! In an effort to connect with future classmates, I have created a group on FB titled "UTMB DPT Class of 2021." To ensure you join the correct group, please double-check that "Chase Christy" created the group. Thank you and congratulations!- relaxitschase
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University of Saint Mary Kansas 2021
Has anyone gotten their acceptance letter and made a decision? How long did they give you to decide? I was put on the waitlist so now just more waiting to see what will happen. Excited to hear something, but not exactly the verdict I was hoping for.- preptstudent123
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LIU 2021
Anyone here going to LIU DPT class of 2021? Got accepted and made a deposit and really considering it! And anyone deciding between LIU and Touro with any insight?- macspt
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UTMB DPT Class of 2021
Hello, friends! In an effort to connect with future classmates, I have created a group on FB titled "UTMB DPT Class of 2021." To ensure you join the correct group, please double-check that "Chase Christy" created the group. Thank you and congratulations!- relaxitschase
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University of South Alabama DPT Interview
Hi guys! I have an interview with USA on Feb 16th. Can anybody tell me what kind of questions would they ask and how do they conduct interviews? Thank you- phamt2
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Taking tDPT vs multiple continuing education classes
Hi everyone. I've previously posted a topic about taking tDPT last June, now that I'm taking it... I feel like I would benefit much more from taking continuing education classes. My only concern is... is it true that I wouldn't be able to practice as a physical therapist in the future without a...- grooveking
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Ohio State University 2021
I am curious to see how many people have put a deposit down for OSU. Hopefully we can connect as there isn't a fb page or anything yet. Fell free to comment, etc.- PTstudent8
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question) re-applying to same dpt program would lower my chance of getting in compared to people who
I'm curious about this since, there is program that i want to apply to and I can apply this year if i want to but there are couple classes that i can retake and maybe do more volunteers etc but that would take me another year. so if it doesn't hurt me to re-apply ( just in case if i don't get...- meeKU13
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Wingate dpt 2017-18 application cycle
I have received several follow-up emails to notify my that they are looking at my application but haven't heard anything since. Has anyone been accepted or heard anything else at all? Just trying to get an idea of how their rolling admissions process works and if I still have a chance.- Hbs6484
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Starting Salary for DPTs in MA?
Hey, if anyone is a new DPT in mass and could give me an idea of the starting salary that would be great, or if anyone knows what the ball park is, and how much does it go up per year? Outpatient clinic? Thanks!- PTStudent2018
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GW PT Acceptances?
Hey guys, I was at the 12/1 interview at GW and I was wondering if you guys got your decisions yet, or if you guys know how long it'll take to hear back?- penguins_
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Fall 2018 University of St. Augustine DPT cohort
Hello everyone, I am applying to the full time residential DPT program at the University of St. Augustine (St. Augustine campus) for the Fall 2018 start date and just thought that I would start a thread for anyone else who is applying as well. Has anyone gotten an interview yet or been...- ten93
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Advantages/Disadvantages of Different California DPT Programs
Hello! I’ve applied to several California schools and just received my first acceptance to CSUN. I was curious, if by chance I happen to get accepted to any of my other schools, what advantages would I have picking one over the other? I currently work as a PT Aide and my boss was telling me...- DC000
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Shenandoah DPT Waitlist
Hey guys! I recently interviewed with Shenandoah on December 15th and have been waitlisted. Figured I could start a thread for those who have been accepted (and what did you decide) or waitlisted (and what is your position). I am 85 out of 111 as of the moment I expressed interest for being on...- PassionateDPT21
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Do interview questions tend to center around application, or are they general questions?
Most of the question is evident in the title, but I should clarify that I'm personally interested in one on one interviews (well my interview will have 2 interviewers, a faculty member and a current or former student) not group. Of course it might be interesting to hear about group interviews as...- Kipperwok
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Usciences DPT class of 2021 class
Hey guys, I got an invitation to an interview dec 10. However, today, I got mail stating I got waitlisted. Any suggestion on how I can prove I should be accepted. I'm aware that usciences only accept approximately 30-35 transfer students. And for those who got accepted, what do you think got you...- Ladysavage
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MGHIHP v. Simmons
I was recently accepted to both Simmons and MGHIHP. MGH has been my first choice school from day one. I recently lived in Charlestown and loved it, their program pass rates look great, the school ranking is high (even though it doesn't seem to mean a whole lot), and I really enjoyed the open...- Mainer127
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SDSU DPT Class of 2021
Hey guys! Just wanted to see if anyone has heard back yet from San Diego State? Also thought I'd make this to keep everyone updated for anyone interested in attending their program. Currently struggling with their essay and video portion. Any ideas for the video? What has everyone done for...- dgaf217
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South Carolina Odd Situation
Hi Guys, I had an odd situation with USC that I wanted to share for everyone now and for future students applying there. I noticed yesterday that a lot of students were hearing about decisions and was curious why I hadn't received an e-mail yet. I e-mailed the program and received an e-mail...- Mainer127
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GPA's, GRE's, XTRA's, ACCEPTANCES!!! Those with low scores please post too!
I need everyone to post their undergrad university( if you want), Overall and Science GPA, Ex-Cir, Acceptance, Rejection, and Interview!! Those who had low scores and got accepted are encouraged to post to make other people not feel discouraged! Thanks GPA's, GRE's, XTRA's, ACCEPTANCES- DPTAthlete21
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DPT Admissions Chances
Hi! Currently a senior in undergrad and feeling anxious about DPT applications. I've decided to take a gap year after I graduate to focus on applications without worrying about trying to complete undergrad classes at the same time, and to be able to travel/volunteer internationally. I'm trying...- sc_blanch
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Emory DPT 2017 Applicants
***UPDATE**** :) Hi everyone! I just wanted to start a thread for Emory's DPT application process this year since I haven't seen one yet. If anyone would like to share their stats that would be cool! I know from looking at last year's thread, people started getting invitations to interview...- futuredptt
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Augusta University DPT (2017 cycle)
Greetings fellow future PTs! I interviewed at Augusta University back in October and I remember asking one of the current DPT students that was leading a tour when we would possibly hear back about our acceptance and he said that we could know as soon as around Thanksgiving. Has anyone else...- WU_eagle23
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Ask an MUSC first year PT student!
I'm a first year DPT student at MUSC and currently almost done with my second semester! I remember a year ago when I was on here while applying, and I had so many questions about PT school, applying, etc. So I'm here to answer any of yours! Ask away!- ThatClemsonGirl
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Different Major
I'm a communication disorder major thinking about doing either OT/PT. My GPA sits around 3.2-3.4 depending on how I do my last semester. Should I/could I get into a post-bacc program or should I just take prereqs for the DPT or Masters of OT programs? Thanks in advance.- GiantSixerViking
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USC DPT ESSAY
Hey guys! I know the USC DPT essay has a maximum character count of 4500, but I've written the bulk of my essay and I'm sitting at around 2000-3000 words. Anyone know if this is acceptable or if they prefer that you fill up the essay until you've reached the maximum? Also, how is everyone...- dgaf217
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Chances of getting in?
Hi everyone, I'm just going to post my stats. LOR: 2 PT, 1 Chem professor Hours: 249 outpatient hospital volunteer, 45 inpatient hospital volunteer, 2000+ paid PT aide Extracurricular: mission trip to Alaska to help disadvantage communities GRE: 151V, 151Q, 4.5 essay (2nd time) All numbers...- emzz
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Doubting Physical Therapy as a Career, PA?
Hello everyone, Like many, I got injured early on while playing sports and went to see a Physical Therapist, I immediately fell in love with the profession at an early age. During this time, the profession was ranked as one of the “top 10 best careers out there”. This enforced my decision and...- OrthoDPT
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Employment & Professional Networking Socially Acceptable Title OTD vs. DPT
I am just curious on others input or personal experience regarding titles to those holding doctorate degrees, more specifically in the fields of OT and PT. From my personal experience it seems that those holding a doctorate in PT are more likely to refer to themselves as "Dr. ______" than those...- rehabjunkie
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Interview Invites
Has anyone heard from the following schools about interviews? Thomas Jefferson, Kean, Stockton, U of MD Baltimore- dptdaisy
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UTHSCSA 2017 DPT Interview
Hey everyone! I wanted to start a thread for those who are attending the UTHSCSA Interview next week so we can connect! Feel free to share any information you have on the process or program!- Bluboy
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Duke University DPT 2021 (regular decision)
Has anyone heard back from Duke for regular decision applicants who did not apply for ED?- DPTclassof2021
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