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Hey everyone! Just wanted to start a thread for the California DPT 2025–2026 application cycle. This is my second time applying, so I figured—why not make a space where we can all vent, support each other, and share tips along the way? Whether it’s application advice, interview prep, stats...

Hi all, I wanted to make this post to to get feedback on my application by comparing it to what i put forth last semester, to not only see if its competitive enough to get into a public program in Florida, but also see if anyone had any suggestions to make it stronger since i went 0/8 last...

Hey future DPTs! I could really use your help as I work on crafting a standout personal statement. Does anyone know if the 2024-2025 prompt—“Every applicant is unique in their own way, possessing individual qualities, abilities, and backgrounds. What unique traits will you bring to...

Hey all, Does anyone know if the 2025 personal statement prompt is going to be the same as the 2024 prompt?

Hi guys! I am currently applying to schools for this cycle and I just finished my first draft of my personal statement and was wondering if there would be anyone willing to read it and give me some edits or advice (preferrably for free)? Please message me, thanks in advance!!

Hey everyone, I'm reaching out for some advice on beefing up my PTCAS application for the summer 2025 cycle. Here’s where I stand: My stats: Cumulative GPA: 3.47 Science Prerequisites GPA: 3.65 – 3.75 GRE Score: 157/153/3.5 (Planning to retake for a better AW score) Observation Hours in...

In PTCAS and to get admitted I understand we need a certain type of shadowing hours. I honestly feel so dumb even asking this but I am genuinely lost. Do the hours classify on a case by case basis? Or by a physical therapist’s office? If it is by a specific physical therapist office how would...

I’m embarassed and disappointed in myself for having a handful of typos in my application that I can no longer change because I didn’t notice them until after I submitted my application. Luckily my essay is good but my experiences and achievement section is where the misspelling lies. I fear the...

I'm adding volunteer experience in PTCAS. One volunteer position I held was at my Church and I did it for around eight years (2012 - 2020). From what I've heard, schools like to see recent experience (like just the volunteer work done in undergrad). So I'm wondering if I should put all eight...

Good afternoon everyone, I am just about finished w/ my final two prereqs (Phys II/Chem II-yes I know I'm crazy I took them at the same time) I will plan on my observations next. My question is: when should I create my PTCAS profile? My finals are May 11. Thank you.

Hey guys! I was wondering if there is any way to store references somewhere before applying. I am planning on applying to the 2021-2022 application cycle and I know you're supposed to sent a request to your references to submit their letters through PTCAS, but I feel like June is a long time to...

Hello everyone, As of now I have been: Waitlisted to one program Waitlisted for interview at another and the rest I haven't heard back from So just in case I want to prepare for the next cycle. So please give me honest opinions on what I can do to improve my application. cGPA: 3.5 pGPA: 3.6...

Hello all! I need some help with this supplemental question from UCSF. " UCSF/SFSU is committed to a diverse and inclusive graduate student population. Diversity refers to the variety of experiences and perspectives that arise from differences in race, culture, religion, mental or physical...

So I am reapplying to programs since this cycle I unfortunately did not get an acceptance. I was wondering if anyone who has reapplied would tell me what all is saved on PTCAS? Am I going to have to resubmit all my transcripts, have my shadowing/observation hours re-verified, my GRE score...

2 questions about Shadowing hours for DPT programs (FOR PTCAS) If you have shadowing hours from high school (senior year) 2015 from a PT, can you use this in PTCAS for an application for the 2018-2019 cycle? They are 20 hours of pediatrics shadowing hours at a cerebral palsy institute. Is it...

Has anyone received an interview with Murphy Deming/Mary Baldwin for the regular admission cycle?

Has anyone heard anything back after the interview at High Point University? I had my interview on September 10th, but I have yet to hear anything since and I'm starting to get worried.

Hey guys, So, I just realized that PTCAS says that you must compose your essay "without personal assistance from others." What does this mean? I can't have somebody review my essay to fix grammatical errors? The word 'Assistance' is so vague. Thank you

I sent my transcripts a little later than I should have, with only four weeks before the first application deadline. Does anyone know what happens when you submit an application without all your coursework verified? I only have the last year of coursework that needs to be verified, the rest was...

Hey everyone! I wanted to reach out to current PT students and alumni who attended DMU. I would like to get your insight on the program. Any feedback helps!

How early should you submit your application before the deadline? I know the website gives an estimated time for verification, but I just wanted to make sure that all materials needed to be submitted by the program deadline and not 3-5 weeks before this date. The wording on PTCAS is a little broad.

Hi guys, I'm working on my PTCAS application right now and I'm not entirely sure how I should categorize my observation hours. I have a total of 38 hours in a rehabilitation facility that can be categorized as a skilled nursing facility and sub-acute rehabilitation, but if I enter 38 hours for...

Hello all. This is my first post on this website and I finally need some real help. My stats for my main prerequisites are: A&P I - B A&P II - A CHE I - B CHE II - A- PHY I - C PHY II - A GEN BIO - N/A STATS - A- ALL PSYCH COURSES - A- I was wondering if having a C in my first Physics...

So... in the summer between junior year and senior year of college, i decided to retake chemistry. Under PTCAS transcript entry would I put my academic status as a freshman or senior?

I applied for early decision and it took about a month to get everything verified. I understand that the deadline for the program to contact me, by law, is September 24, 2018. I was wondering if the programs wait until the deadline (August 15th) to look at the applications and make their...

I sent in my transcripts a couple of weeks ago, and the status for both says "arrived." I have submitted my application and paid the fee, but my application status says "received" rather than complete. Should my transcript status be changed to received? How long does it take for PTCAS to review...

Hey everybody, hope your application process is going well! I'm a little bit confused on what happens after I submit my application and was wondering if somebody could clear that up for me. So I've submitted my application, all my transcripts have been received, all my observation hours...

Hello. I have a C- for one of CSUS prereqs (biomechanics), and it says they require all prereqs to be completed with a 'C' and 3.0 prereq GPA. C- was considered to be a passing grade for upper div in my department, and that semester was a rough due to a bunch of factors. This seems to be the...

Hi, for those of you who have already submitted your application (with everything already received - letters of rec, observation hours, etc), how long did it take PTCAS to process your application? I know the website says it can take up to 4 - 5 weeks at the heaviest peak, but realistically...

I am going through the PTCAS application and am at the "review and finalize" portion of transcript entry. I come across this statement, "Note: courses should be marked repeated only if repeated at the same institution. If you took a course at one institution and later repeated it at another...

For some schools on PTCAS or even for supplemental apps, they require a CV or resume. As I'm looking at my resume, I'm unsure of a few things. 1) Does the general 1-page rule apply to this? Like when applying to jobs, I've always been told to try and keep it to 1 page, especially since I'm on...

I am having a hard time with a supplemental essay that states "Please explain a leadership role you have taken on and what you have learned from this experience. (1000 characters)" I am having a difficult time coming up with a leadership experience. I have been searching around for examples and...

Hi there, I was wondering if it is possible to indicate repeated coursework from different institutions? I decided to retake a few of my pre-requisite classes at a community college after graduating from a 4-year university. For example, I took a chemistry course at the university, and decided...

Good Luck on your 2018-2019 applications. This is fantastic resource! https://register.gotowebinar.com/recording/recordingView?webinarKey=8189520333217785603&registrantEmail=jklol%40yahoo.com Bonus: 2018-19 PTCAS Essay "Describe a meaningful experience in your life. Reflect on how that...

Applicants applying via PTCAS in the upcoming 2018-19 cycle will respond to a new PTCAS essay question, "Describe a meaningful experience in your life. Reflect on how that experience influenced your personal growth, such as your attitudes or perceptions." Responses will be limited to 4500...

Hey! This is my first post so my apologies if anything is wrong. I'm posting because I am very confused about PTCAS's shockingly long 4-6 week processing time. I submitted my application yesterday, and have a deadline on December 1. Everything has been in for a while, but my courses aren't...

I submitted my PTCAS application a day ago, I applied to only FL schools. I already received a response from UNF saying I was disqualified due to my GRE analytical score being 0.5 less than their min. I'm beginning to feel very nervous because even though I realized my analytical score was on...

I sent in my PTCAS application mid-September but did not have all my letters of recommendation in until October 2nd. I just received a letter from Gannon University-Erie campus that I have been accepted and to place my deposit by November 1st. I have not had an interview with them, their...

Has anyone ever taken a Freshman Seminar or a 1 credit university course? What did you put as the the subject on PTCAS?

Hello! I went to a quarter system undergraduate school and my general biology courses were split into 3 courses. I unfortunately did not do that well in them and received C's. I retook biology at a community college but it was one general biology course with a lab and ended up with an A. The...