GPA's, GRE's, XTRA's, ACCEPTANCES

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Major: Health Sciences
GPA: 3.818
GRE: V 1155, Q 149, A 4.0

Observation hours: Hospital Outpatient (50), Pediatrics (30), Outpatient Clinic as rehab aide (500+)

Applied: Wash U (St. Louis), UIndy, Creighton, U of Iowa, UW-Madison, St. Ambrose, U of Kentucky

Interviewed: St. Ambrose, Creighton, NIU, UIndy
Waitlisted: WashU, Creighton, St. Ambrose
Accepted: UIndy
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astarblaze said:
Undergrad: Dartmouth College
Postbacc/prereqs: NAU, random CCs
Major: Anthropology

Overall GPA: 3.6
(Undergrad: 3.4, Last 60/Post bacc: 4.0)
Pre-Req GPA: 4.0
GRE: 169, 169, 4.5

Hours: 373 total- 150 outpatient (2 clinics), 140 SNF, 68 Acute Peds, 15 Acute Hospital (Have leads and trying to get a few hours in one or more of school/home health/sub acute rehab/hippotherapy before submitting)

Extras: Nontrad, 5 years working in research and administration for nonprofits/tech start-ups focusing on disadvantaged populations (kids w cancer, folks experiencing homelessness, etc), academic tutor, Gen Chem 2 TA/grader, lots of activity and leadership in outdoors club in college

Applying: NAU (in-state), Univ of Utah, TWU, UNLV, Univ of Puget Sound, Pacific U, Drexel, EWU
Also considering applying to: UCSF, Samuel Merritt, U Colorado, Regis, BU, MGH IHP, U Illinois Chicago, U Montana, Mayo, UMES

Trying to narrow down the list and make sure I have at least some schools I have a decent chance of getting accepted to. My cum GPA is a little below average for some of these programs; hoping other stats make up for it. If anyone has knowledge of how any of these specific schools weigh different parts of the app and how this would affect my chances, I would love your feedback!
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TWU starts their process by first looking only at your academics. If you get a certain score from that, then they'll move you on to the next part of the process where they look at the rest of your application. This includes essays, extracurriculars, etc. Your gre score is outstanding. I think this makes up for your slightly less than average gpa. I believe you have a good chance of getting into a few of these programs.
 
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JS31 said:
Final Update!

University: Washburn University (Topeka, KS)
Major: Exercise Physiology
GPA: 3.84 (3.79 PTCAS)
pGPA: 3.51 - 3.70
Last 60: 3.84
GRE: 155V, 153Q, 4.5 AW

Volunteer: (450 total) 20 hours home health, 20 hours nursing home, 30 hours outpatient ortho, 380 hours in progress at inpatient as rehab tech.

Applied: Mizzou, U. North Texas, U. South Carolina, Kansas U., Belmont, Missouri State

Extracurricular: Varsity baseball (2 years), multiple intramurals, Exercise Science Club Activities Director, Kinesiology Department tutor, American College of Sports Med. member, Step Up for Down syndrome, Topeka Sharefest, Habitat for Humanity, Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, Sagamore Honor Society and Washburn community health screenings.

Interviews: Missouri State (9/19), Belmont (11/20), North Texas (1/29), Mizzou (2/13)

Acceptances: Missouri State (9/21), North Texas (2/16), Mizzou (2/16)

Waitlist: Belmont (11/24), KU (1/8)

Rejected: N/A

Attending: Mizzou

Best of luck to everyone still waiting to hear from schools, and best of luck to everyone this coming year.
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Congrats on your decision! I am very interested in Mizzou's program and am visiting the school in August. Do you have any advice in applying there? Or anything specific I should bring up during my visit?
 
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University: Northern Illinois University
Major: Health Sciences-Pre-Physical Therapy Emphasis
Overall GPA: 3.70
Pre-Req GPA: 3.71
Last 60 credit hours GPA: 3.98
GRE First time: 148Q, 154V, 4.0AW
GRE Second time: 148Q, 149V, 3.0AW
GRE Third time: 151Q, 150V, 3.5AW
Hours: 113 outpatient hours & 22 inpatient hours
Extra-Curric: Pre-Physical Therapy Club: President, University Honors Program, Mortar Board Senior Honor Society, Student Health Advisory Council, Honors Student Association, Child Health Program
Recommendation Letters: Physical therapist (that I shadowed), supervisor (from Tour Guide job), biology professor, & military sergeant (from physical fitness class I took)

Applying: University of Illinois-Chicago, Northern Illinois University, Rosalind Franklin University, Bradley University, Governors State University, Indiana University, Indiana State University, University of Wisconsin-Lacrosse, Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center, University of Toledo, Mayo School of Health Sciences, University of Nebraska Medical Center, & University of Jamestown

E-Submitted on: 7/24/16
Verified: 7/28/16

My goal is to get into at least 4 schools. My freshmen year of college I attended a different 4 year school w/ a different major and received all Bs, so it hardcore brought down my GPA. Ever since I transferred to NIU, I've gotten straight A's. I'm currently retaking Anatomy this summer, and I plan on retaking Physiology in the Fall. After that, my only bad pre-req grade would be Statistics, which I got a B- in.

Any thoughts? Do I have a chance this year?
 
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University: U of Cincinnati
Major: Exercise & Movement Science
Overall GPA: 3.6 (Last 50: 3.88)
Pre-Req GPA: 3.4
GRE: 150Q, 152V, 4 AW

Extra-Curric: Rehab Aide @ UC Medical Center (Acute Inpatient), Health Sciences Club, College of Allied Health Sciences Ambassador, Intramural Sports, Tutoring, University Health Screening Assistant

Volunteer: Cincy Reds Split-the-Pot Fundraiser, Cincy Children's Inpatient/Outpatient PT/OT, American Heart Association Heart Mini, and more. 500+ obs hours in orthopedic rehab, acute inpatient, pediatric inpatient/ outpatient.

Letters of Rec: 1 from an exercise physiologist (professor), 1 from physician (professor), and one from a PT (who is also the PT supervisor at my hospital).

Applying: U of Cincy, Mt. St. Joseph, Toledo, Ohio U, University of Findlay

A C in Chem II is holding me down arghhh!!
 
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Major: Kinesiology
Overall GPA: 3.94
Pre-Req GPA: 3.91
Extras: Manager of campus Fitness Center, Anat lab TA, Kines TA, Kines Club, Pre PT/OT Club Officer, Therapy assistant for a paraplegic, summer amateur baseball, Campus Rec Imtramurals(softball, flag football, basketball), Mountain biking and half marathons, NACSM Conference(s), WIRSA, High school baseball/volleyball S&C coach, Rec emergency response team, Fitness Center Exercise Programmer (Personal Trainer minus the certification), Kelly Starrett faithful, University Recreation Intern
Volunteer Hours: 97 total - several varieties of out/in
GRE: V 154 Q 154 AW 4.0

Applying: UW Madison (applied ED, but rolled to general admissions), UW-La Crosse, Concordia, Carroll University, Montana - Missoula

Interview: Concordia University of Wisconsin (SO EXCITED!)

Rejected:
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Did you end up getting accepted to UW-L or Concordia? I'm just curious. I have similar stats as you and am applying to UW-L. If you got denied at UW-L, what did they say you needed to work on to be more competitive?
 
Major: Exercise & Rehabilitative Science
Overall GPA: 3.9
Pre-Req GPA: 3.86
GRE: 149Q, 149V, 3.5 AW (weakest part of my application)

Observation Hours - 105 hours total - 85 hours outpatient setting covering a large variety of patient populations, and 20 hours inpatient acute

Work/Extra-Curric/Volunteer - Created my own online personal training business, YouTube Partner, Brand Ambassador for 3 fitness companies (based in UK, Canada, and USA,) Abercrombie & Fitch, Corporate Best Buy Internship (600 hours), Skatepark Coalition (helped fundraise 30,000+ dollars for local park), skateboard club, surf club, body comp measurements volunteer for school sports teams, senior fitness center volunteer, assisted in development of program for new school rock wall, food shelf volunteer, deans list every semester, and graduated summa cum laude.

Letters of Rec: 1 from a professor in my major, 1 from my supervisor during my internship at corporate Best Buy, and 1 from a PT at the outpatient clinic I shadowed at.

Applying - UW Madison (Early Decision)
 
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University: University of the Pacific 2005, Sacramento City College 2008
Major: BA Sports Sciences, AS PT Assistant
Overall GPA: 3.0
Pre-Req GPA: 3.3 (with retakes)
GRE:

Extra-Curric: APTA Member since 2008, over 100 hours of Con Ed courses over last 6 years.

Volunteer: N/A, PTA for last 6 years

Acceptances: University of Findlay, PTA to DPT weekend bridge program

Rejections: N/A

Interviews: N/A

It's been a long path, but I've finally been accepted to a DPT program! As a non traditional student and PTA, the bridge program was my real shot at PT school since I need to work. I retook several courses at community colleges to improve my undergraduate GPA over about 4 years. Findlay here I come! Class of 2017. :)
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Hello,
I just received my acceptance letter a few days ago from The University of Findlay's PTA to DPT program, and am curious to hear opinions of the program from individuals who are going through the program or have who have completed the program.

*How are/were your experiences with the program?
*How are the exams, labs, and homework assigned/performed? i.e. on-site at the university, online at home, or mixture of both?
*Where do people that commute from far distances usually stay when in Findlay for classes?
*Do most of the students work Full-time or Part-time throughout the program?
*Is there any advice you would give to someone going into the program that would help them be successful in completing the PTA to DPT program?

Thank you for your time, and all the best wishes to you in your future endeavors!
 
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a7xnck said:
University: U of Cincinnati
Major: Exercise & Movement Science
Overall GPA: 3.48
Pre-Req GPA: 3.6
GRE: Planned for August 1st, hoping for around 155 or combined score of around 310.

Extra-Curric: Rehab Aide @ Premier Physical Therapy, Health Sciences Club, Building Supervisor UC Rec Center, Intramural Sports

Volunteer: Cincinnati Children's Inpatient PT/OT, American Heart Association Heart Mini, and more various 1 day volunteer events.

Observation hours: 25 hours in acute care hospital.. Rest of O-hours come from work and volunteering

Applied: nowhere yet.

Any recommendations?
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Wondering what you all might think about my chances to get in? A lower pre-req GPA (Chem I and II brought me down) than I would like. Freshman year was rough adjustment for me which led to poorer study habits, etc. (not that it matters much to admissions).

Major: Exercise Science
Cumulative Undergrad GPA: 3.55 (Last 60: 3.73)
Pre-Req GPA: 3.29
GRE: 160 V, 153 Q, 4.0 W

Extra-Curric: Pre-PT club, Fraternity Philanthropy Chair, Gentiva Hospice Volunteer, Tutor for underprivileged children in local community, research assistant, etc.

Certifications: CPR/AED

Work: Resident Assistant, Tutor for Athletic Association, Recreational Sports manager

Observation hours: 200 (outpatient, inpatient, home health, geriatrics, cardiac/pulmonary)

Recs: 1 PT, 1 Professor in kinesiology department, 1 Supervisor from Rec. Sports

Applied: University of Florida, University of Miami, Augusta University, Georgia State University, Mercer University, University of Pittsburg, University of Southern California, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

Interviews: N/A

Acceptances: N/A

Rejections: N/A

Attending: N/A
 
Major: Biology and Psychology
Minor: Medicine
Overall GPA: 3.65
Pre-Req GPA: 3.55
GRE: 158 V, 155 Q, 4.0 W

Extra-Curric: Communication's/Fundraising Chair for the College of Science, Tour Guide at University, Research Lab Assistant in Social Development Lab (attended research conferences for this), Team captain of intramural basketball/softball teams

Work: Pharmacy Technician, Teaching Assistant, Private Tutor, Bookstore Clerk

Volunteer: Relay for Life, The Big Event Team Leader

Observation Hours: 100 SO FAR (outpatient, women's health, aquatic) will have more by December

Recs: 1 PT/ 1 professor, TA for/ 1 research lab coordinator, professor

Applied: Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), VCU, Radford, Shenandoah - may do more

Acceptances: N/A

Rejections: N/A

Interviews: N/A

CAN ANYONE GIVE ADVICE ON CHANCES AT VCU OR MUSC???? I AM AN INSTATE VIRGINIA STUDENT.
 
PrePT2017VT said:
Major: Biology and Psychology
Minor: Medicine
Overall GPA: 3.65
Pre-Req GPA: 3.55
GRE: 158 V, 155 Q, 4.0 W

Extra-Curric: Communication's/Fundraising Chair for the College of Science, Tour Guide at University, Research Lab Assistant in Social Development Lab (attended research conferences for this), Team captain of intramural basketball/softball teams

Work: Pharmacy Technician, Teaching Assistant, Private Tutor, Bookstore Clerk

Volunteer: Relay for Life, The Big Event Team Leader

Observation Hours: 100 SO FAR (outpatient, women's health, aquatic) will have more by December

Recs: 1 PT/ 1 professor, TA for/ 1 research lab coordinator, professor

Applied: Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), VCU, Radford, Shenandoah - may do more

Acceptances: N/A

Rejections: N/A

Interviews: N/A

CAN ANYONE GIVE ADVICE ON CHANCES AT VCU OR MUSC???? I AM AN INSTATE VIRGINIA STUDENT.
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I had slightly lower GPA and GRE, but a lot more hours than you and I applied to MUSC last cycle as a Georgia resident. I was wait-listed and ultimately rejected the week before classes started. I think you should be pretty competitive in applying. It may be more competitive than last year though since this is their first year in PTCAS and are more accessible to people applying. Best of luck!
 
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Major: Exercise Science
Cum GPA: 3.88
Self-reported Pre-req GPA: 3.78
GRE: 152 V 142 Q 4.5 AW
148 V 146 Q 4.5 AW
155 V 144 Q 4.5 AW

Hours: 562 outpatient ortho/sports, 46 acute care

Letters of Rec: 2 PTs, 1 academic instructor, 1 professor in major

Applying: Georgia State University (top choice), Mercer, university of North GA, Armstrong state university

Interviews: Georgia State (12/2), Mercer (11/19), Armstrong (1/10)-declined
Acceptances: Mercer 11/21
Waitlisted: Georgia State
Rejections: UNG
 
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PrePT2017VT said:
Major: Biology and Psychology
Minor: Medicine
Overall GPA: 3.65
Pre-Req GPA: 3.55
GRE: 158 V, 155 Q, 4.0 W

Extra-Curric: Communication's/Fundraising Chair for the College of Science, Tour Guide at University, Research Lab Assistant in Social Development Lab (attended research conferences for this), Team captain of intramural basketball/softball teams

Work: Pharmacy Technician, Teaching Assistant, Private Tutor, Bookstore Clerk

Volunteer: Relay for Life, The Big Event Team Leader

Observation Hours: 100 SO FAR (outpatient, women's health, aquatic) will have more by December

Recs: 1 PT/ 1 professor, TA for/ 1 research lab coordinator, professor

Applied: Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), VCU, Radford, Shenandoah - may do more

Acceptances: N/A

Rejections: N/A

Interviews: N/A

CAN ANYONE GIVE ADVICE ON CHANCES AT VCU OR MUSC???? I AM AN INSTATE VIRGINIA STUDENT.
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Not sure if i'm reading your Recs. correctly. But some schools require 1 rec from at least 2 PT's. So make sure you do your research for your individual schools.
 
Can somebody with experience in PT program admissions give me a general feel on my chances?

I received verification from PTCAS today... I hope I'm reading my GPAs correctly... Keeping my fingers crossed and hoping this is good enough. My undergrad GPA on PTCAS was poor (3.16), but I've worked hard to build upon it with my post baccalaureate work.

University: UC Santa Barbara
Major: Global Studies
Overall GPA: 3.41
Pre-Req GPA: 4.0
GRE: 163 Q, 160 V, 5.0 W (1st attempt)

Extra-Curric: Pasadena Heritage, Fire Dept, Assisted Living, ROTC, fraternity officer, senior living, local environmental beautification group, local foodbank, Parks and Rec, Boys & Girls Club, American Cancer Society, United Blood Services

Volunteer: Inpatient Acute Rehab 157 hrs / Outpatient Orthopedic 547 hrs / Pediatric PT 98 hrs / Inpatient Neuro, Vestibular 111 hrs / Outpatient Ortho + Sports Performance Rehab in progress & planned (PT aide work)

Recs: 2 PTs, 1 Work Supervisor, 1 Professor

Applied: USC, Western University, CSU Fresno, CSU Long Beach, CSU Northridge, Azusa Pacific University, West Coast University, UNLV, Chapman University

Acceptances: Chapman, CSULB, APU (turned down)

Waitlist: CSUN

Rejections: West Coast University (I stopped pursuing)

Interviews: APU, UNLV (turned down), CSU Fresno (turned down), Western (Turned down)
 
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Major: Exercise Science
Cum GPA: 3.31
Prereq GPA: 3.4-3.5
GRE: V146 Q152 W 3.5
Hours: 318 (SNF), 22 (Acute), 40 (OP ortho), 22 (OP pediatrics)
Recs: 2 PTs, 2 professors

Any takes on my chances? Sending ED to UW-La Crosse. Applying to all other WI schools if not accepted in ED.
 
Major: Health and Exercise Science

Cum GPA 3.1

PreReq GPA: 3.5

GRE: 157V 159Q 5.0W

Hours: 910 outpatient facility, 60 inpatient hospital, 40 hospital

Extra currics- Habitat for Humanity, Girls on the Run event coordinator, sorority executive board member

Various jobs throughout my time in school

Rec letters from 2 PTs, 2 professors

Cum GPA is low because I was initially an engineering major for my first year at school. Since switching to exercise science, my GPA has been between 3.2-3.8 each semester, have continued to make dean's list etc. I can explain that in my application and I feel like 70% of the battle for me is having someone realize that and just giving me an interview.

Applying to: NYIT, Columbia, NYU, Touro, Stonybrook, LIU Brooklyn, and CUNY Hunter
I am being realistic and i know that I will likely get rejected from most schools, since I am applying to some pretty good programs. Anyone wanna chance me for fun? Just curious really. Thanks in advance! :)
 
PathforwardtoDPT said:
Can somebody with experience in PT program admissions give me a general feel on my chances?

I received verification from PTCAS today... I hope I'm reading my GPAs correctly... Keeping my fingers crossed and hoping this is good enough. My undergrad GPA on PTCAS was poor (3.16), but I've worked hard to build upon it with my post baccalaureate work.

University: UC Santa Barbara
Major: Global Studies
Overall GPA: 3.41
Pre-Req GPA: 4.0
GRE: 163 Q, 160 V, 5.0 W (1st attempt)

Extra-Curric: Pasadena Heritage, Fire Dept, Assisted Living, ROTC, fraternity officer, senior living, local environmental beautification group, local foodbank, Parks and Rec, Boys & Girls Club, American Cancer Society, United Blood Services

Volunteer: Inpatient Acute Rehab 157 hrs / Outpatient Orthopedic 547 hrs / Pediatric PT 98 hrs / Inpatient Neuro, Vestibular 111 hrs / Outpatient Ortho + Sports Performance Rehab in progress & planned (PT aide work)

Recs: 2 PTs, 1 Work Supervisor, 1 Professor

Applied: USC, Western University, CSU Fresno, CSU Long Beach, CSU Northridge, Azusa Pacific University, West Coast University, UNLV, Chapman University

Acceptances: TBA

Rejections: TBA

Interviews: TBA
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I applied to 5 of the same schools as you and got 4 interview invites (declined 2), rejected at 2, and wait-listed at 1, which I eventually got accepted to. The schools that you're applying to are pretty competitive but if I could get in, I'm sure you can as well. Overall, your stats were better mines so good luck!
 
University: University of Hawaii at Manoa
Major: Kinesiology and Rehabilitation of Science
Overall GPA: 3.65
Pre-Req GPA: 3.65-3.70
Last 60 Credits: 3.67
*My Calculation for the GPA's
GRE: 136 Q, 143 V, 3.0 W (Retaking again) I didn't have time to study due to summer school and work. Probably will be my weakest part of application.

Extra-Curric: Blood Bank, Special Olympics, Helped coach old wrestling at my old high school, and Beach clean up

Volunteer: Inpatient Nursing/Rehab Center: 30 Hours. Outpatient: 234 Hours. Inpatient Acute: Soon

Work: 2 Restaurant (Server), and On- campus Job

Recs: 2 PTs, 1 Supervisor, 1 Professor from major

Applying: Loma Linda University, West Coast University, A.T. Still University, Midwestern University-Glendale, University of Mary, University of Jamestown, University of North Dakota, University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth, Emory & Henry College, and Lynchburg College.

What do y'all think!?!?
 
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PrePT811 said:
Not sure if i'm reading your Recs. correctly. But some schools require 1 rec from at least 2 PT's. So make sure you do your research for your individual schools.
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Hey thanks for looking out for me!! The schools I'm applying to only require 1!
 
808hawaiiwarriors said:
I applied to 5 of the same schools as you and got 4 interview invites (declined 2), rejected at 2, and wait-listed at 1, which I eventually got accepted to. The schools that you're applying to are pretty competitive but if I could get in, I'm sure you can as well. Overall, your stats were better mines so good luck!
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Thanks! I've been stressing about admissions for a while now so this brings some relief to my worries. Did you apply last year?
 
scaredhawaiiwannabept said:
University: University of Hawaii at Manoa
Major: Kinesiology and Rehabilitation of Science
Overall GPA: 3.65
Pre-Req GPA: 3.65-3.70
Last 60 Credits: 3.67
*My Calculation for the GPA's
GRE: 136 Q, 143 V, 3.0 W (Retaking again) I didn't have time to study due to summer school and work. Probably will be my weakest part of application.

Extra-Curric: Blood Bank, Special Olympics, Helped coach old wrestling at my old high school, and Beach clean up

Volunteer: Inpatient Nursing/Rehab Center: 30 Hours. Outpatient: 234 Hours. Inpatient Acute: Soon

Work: 2 Restaurant (Server), and On- campus Job

Recs: 2 PTs, 1 Supervisor, 1 Professor from major

Applying: Loma Linda University, West Coast University, A.T. Still University, Midwestern University-Glendale, University of Mary, University of Jamestown, University of North Dakota, University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth, Emory & Henry College, and Lynchburg College.

What do y'all think!?!?
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Hey howzit, good to see another UH alumni on here. Your stats overall are pretty good, aside from the GRE scores. Just make sure you reach at least the minimum requirement for each school and you should be solid. Let me know if you got other questions.
 
University: Springfield College (MA)
Major: Exercise Science
Overall GPA: 3.66
Pre-Req GPA: 3.75
GRE: Verbal: 160, Quantitative: 150, Writing: 3.5

Extra-Curriculars: Missions Trips (Haiti, Nicaragua), Exercise Science Club, Community Outreach Events, Varsity Football, Olympic Weightlifting, Be The Match Foundation

Volunteer: TBI, Amputee, Out & In-patient, Acute (40hrs), Outpatient Orthopedic (162hrs), Weisman Children's Hospital Pediatric (40hrs). 242 TOTAL

References: 2 Professors in major, 2 Physical therapists.

Applying: Northeastern, U of Miami, Belmont, Delaware, FIU, MGH, Temple, Boston U

PTCAS submitted: 7/18
PTCAS verified: 7/25

Anyone applying to any of these schools, let me know!
 
University: University of Utah
Major: Exercise Science, Psychology minor
Overall GPA:3.5
Pre-Req GPA: 3.3
LAST 60 GPA semester hours: 3.79
GRE:V 152 Q156 Writing 4.0

Extra-Curric: multiple volunteer settings around 400+ hours, youth basketball coach, co founder of nonprofit organization, and Fraternity executive officer

Physical therapy hours: 4000 + hours outpatient orthopedic (3 years of work experience), 50 hours inpatient neurological pediatrics, 50 hours outpatient neurological pediatrics.

Applied: University of Utah, Northern Arizona university, University of Montana, UNLV, University of North Carolina, University of Washington, University of vermont

Rejections: ALL

Interviews: None

Looking for advice on where to apply regarding my application this year, last year there was an issue with my application which made it late unfortunately, but looking at the GPA's of these schools is making me worried due to the low pre req GPA if anybody has good ideas on schools that look more at extra curricular and clinical experience and if there is any advice on what to do to get in it would be greatly appreciated
 
SKINSKIN25 said:
University: University of Utah
Major: Exercise Science, Psychology minor
Overall GPA:3.5
Pre-Req GPA: 3.3
LAST 60 GPA semester hours: 3.79
GRE:V 152 Q156 Writing 4.0

Extra-Curric: multiple volunteer settings around 400+ hours, youth basketball coach, co founder of nonprofit organization, and Fraternity executive officer

Physical therapy hours: 4000 + hours outpatient orthopedic (3 years of work experience), 50 hours inpatient neurological pediatrics, 50 hours outpatient neurological pediatrics.

Applied: University of Utah, Northern Arizona university, University of Montana, UNLV, University of North Carolina, University of Washington, University of vermont

Rejections: ALL

Interviews: None

Looking for advice on where to apply regarding my application this year, last year there was an issue with my application which made it late unfortunately, but looking at the GPA's of these schools is making me worried due to the low pre req GPA if anybody has good ideas on schools that look more at extra curricular and clinical experience and if there is any advice on what to do to get in it would be greatly appreciated
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You have really similar stats to me and I was wait-listed for 3 programs (1 interview, other 2 didn't have interviews). I don't know what those programs' stats look like for competitiveness, but it sounds like your main issue was the application being late. If that isn't the case, I would just find programs in your geographical region whose average accepted numbers are similar to yours and don't be afraid to look into private programs. They may be a little more pricey, but they tend to accept a lot more out of state applicants than public. Hope some of this helps!
 
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You have really similar stats to me and I was wait-listed for 3 programs (1 interview, other 2 didn't have interviews). I don't know what those programs' stats look like for competitiveness, but it sounds like your main issue was the application being late. If that isn't the case, I would just find programs in your geographical region whose average accepted numbers are similar to yours and don't be afraid to look into private programs. They may be a little more pricey, but they tend to accept a lot more out of state applicants than public. Hope some of this helps!
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Thank you for the tips i will definitely look into it! And most of the schools said that they would still accept my application at least, but still I think it had an affect, If you don't mind me asking what schools did you apply to?
 
UPDATE!!

University: Oregon State University
Major: Exercise Sport Science
Overall GPA: 3.22
Pre-Req GPA: 2.98
GRE: V158 Q150 W4.5

Volunteer: 3,840 outpatient hours (PT aide for two years), 11 in patient acute care, 45 SNF, 3 pediatric in patient rehab

Applied: AT Still, Midwestern, Franklin Pierce, University of St. Augustine-TX

Rejections: Midwestern, AZ

Interviews: AT Still University 10/21

Acceptances: AT Still University (10/28)
Yay!! I am proof that a low GPA won't keep you from going! Good luck to everyone! Can't wait to meet some future ATSU students as well
 
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Does "overall GPA" include courses for ALL college level coursework taken or does overall GPA mean overall undergraduate GPA?
 
Thirteen88 said:
Does "overall GPA" include courses for ALL college level coursework taken or does overall GPA mean overall undergraduate GPA?
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I asked a few of the schools that I'm applying to this question and they said "overall GPA" includes every class you've taken.
 
SKINSKIN25 said:
Thank you for the tips i will definitely look into it! And most of the schools said that they would still accept my application at least, but still I think it had an affect, If you don't mind me asking what schools did you apply to?
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I applied to: UNC, University of Wisconsin-Madison, MUSC, Regis, UCF, and UF. As a Georgia resident, I knew the first 2 were reaches, so those along with UCF were straight rejections. I was immediately waitlisted for MUSC and UF and had an interview, then waitlisted for Regis.
 
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I applied to: UNC, University of Wisconsin-Madison, MUSC, Regis, UCF, and UF. As a Georgia resident, I knew the first 2 were reaches, so those along with UCF were straight rejections. I was immediately waitlisted for MUSC and UF and had an interview, then waitlisted for Regis.
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Did you hear anything from UF? What are your stats? UCF is my top choice, so I'm just wondering where I stand with you.
 
MagDPT said:
Did you hear anything from UF? What are your stats? UCF is my top choice, so I'm just wondering where I stand with you.
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I got waitlisted and eventually rejected by UF. They stated my GPA and GRE were competitive with accepted students, but my letters of rec had minimal content in the additional comments section and that affected my ranking as well as my essay lacking some content. I didn't even get an interview for UCF, so I don't know what advice to give you for that program other than to move in-state ASAP haha.

cGPA: 3.5
pre-reqGPA: 3.3
GRE: 154Q/153V/4.0W
Hours: 2000+ outpatient ortho, 75 outpatient sports/ortho, 20 inpatient subacute/SNF, 16 inpatient acute, 15 outpatient neuro
 
PrePT2017VT said:
Major: Biology and Psychology
Minor: Medicine
Overall GPA: 3.65
Pre-Req GPA: 3.55
GRE: 158 V, 155 Q, 4.0 W

Extra-Curric: Communication's/Fundraising Chair for the College of Science, Tour Guide at University, Research Lab Assistant in Social Development Lab (attended research conferences for this), Team captain of intramural basketball/softball teams

Work: Pharmacy Technician, Teaching Assistant, Private Tutor, Bookstore Clerk

Volunteer: Relay for Life, The Big Event Team Leader

Observation Hours: 100 SO FAR (outpatient, women's health, aquatic) will have more by December

Recs: 1 PT/ 1 professor, TA for/ 1 research lab coordinator, professor

Applied: Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), VCU, Radford, Shenandoah - may do more

Acceptances: N/A

Rejections: N/A

Interviews: N/A

CAN ANYONE GIVE ADVICE ON CHANCES AT VCU OR MUSC???? I AM AN INSTATE VIRGINIA STUDENT.
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I am a current first year at VCU. I definitely think that you have a good shot at VCU - you are right around their averages for GPA/GRE scores I believe. That being said, I have classmates who had stats, particularly for GPAs, that were higher and lower than yours. Also, from what I can tell, you are from Virginia Tech (Go Hokies! - there are like 10 alum in my class, including myself), and VCU supposedly really loves Tech students. Best of luck! If you have any further question, don't hesitate to message me!
 
University: University of Oregon
Major: Human Physiology
Overall GPA: 3.54
Prereq GPA: 3.68
GRE: V 146, Q 152, W 4.5

Observation Hours: 50 Outpatient Orthopedic, 30 Skilled Nursing Facility/Geriatrics, 60 Pediatrics Outpatient

PTCAS Submitted on 7/23
PTCAS Verified on 7/28

Applied: Loma Linda University, Midwestern University (Glendale), AT Still University
Still Need to Apply to: George Fox University, University of St. Augustine - San Marcos

Interviews: Midwestern University (9/16), Loma Linda University (9/23)
Rejections:
Acceptances:

If any current students at Midwestern or Loma Linda would like to offer any advice or words of encouragement, I would greatly appreciate it! Also, let me know if anyone has an interview to Midwestern or Loma Linda!
 
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Hello everyone. So I made a stupid mistake with my PTCAS app and I would appreciate your input:

As I was filling out the reference section for one of my references (a professor), I accidentally chose "I do not waive my right to see the reference.." I must have thought I was clicking the "yes" box, but when I checked later on it stated NO. I have 4 total references and the other 3 (PT's) I chose Yes. I had no intent to choose no for the professor one. Anyway, I e-mailed PTCAS and they said that I can't change it because my professor already completed it. Will this hurt my chances? I understand that by law we are allowed to choose not to, however PTCAS states that program might feel suspicious about this. Has anyone chosen no before? Thank you.
 
You should be fine, but if any schools bring it up in your interview just tell them what happened and let them know that you have not looked at it.
 
University: University of Iowa
Major: Human Physiology BS, Psychology minor
Overall GPA: 3.65
Pre-Req GPA: 3.3
GRE: V 149 Q152 Writing 4.0 (best score of 3 attempts....fml)

Extra-Curricular: sorority member, volunteer in a surgery center, volunteer at childrens museum, active member of a sorority, President of Pre-PT club, MDA camp counselor, campus alumni association ambassador, dance marathon, personal trainer, currently studying for CSCS certification

4 LOR: 2 professors in major, PT, PT supervisor

Physical therapy hours: 125 outpatient specialty clinic, 105 sports medicine clinic, 2500 hours outpatient orthopedic (current job), 234 hours inpatient (MICU, respiratory specialty unit, neurology, CVICU)

Re-applicant from 2015-2016 cycle: applied to Mayo, UIowa, Creighton, DMU, UNMC, UIC. Waitlisted at Mayo, UIowa, Creighton

Application was sent 8/16 and verified 8/20
Applied: Creighton, DMU, Mayo Clinic, Midwestern University (Downers Grove), Northwestern, Pacific U, Rosalind Franklin, UIowa, UNMC, Briar Cliff, WashU, Missouri State, Kansas Medical Center

Interviews: Missouri State (9/17), Mayo Clinic (10/7)
 
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I am a current first year at VCU. I definitely think that you have a good shot at VCU - you are right around their averages for GPA/GRE scores I believe. That being said, I have classmates who had stats, particularly for GPAs, that were higher and lower than yours. Also, from what I can tell, you are from Virginia Tech (Go Hokies! - there are like 10 alum in my class, including myself), and VCU supposedly really loves Tech students. Best of luck! If you have any further question, don't hesitate to message me!
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Hey Thanks so much!! I may be shooting you a message later in the process if you don't mind! I am from VT Go Hokies!! Thanks so much again:)
 
I'm interested to know what you guys think my chances are? This is my first time applying and I'm not sure if my nontrad status will help or hurt.

Undergrad: ECU
Major: English Education
Cum GPA: 3.62
Prereq GPA: 3.5-3.9 (depending on retake policy)
GRE: 163V 153Q 4.5AW
Hours: 133 hrs (two outpatient facilities, inpatient neuro and general rehab unit, and school pt)
Extracurriculars: Hunger Fighters Organization, Co-Founded a Book Club at the high school where I worked, Sea Kayak Trip Instructor for an outdoor center during undergrad, Group Facilitator for "team building" (think ropes course) at same outdoor center, ESL Tutor

So far applying to: ECU, WCU, WSSU
 
Undergrad: University of California, Los Angeles
Major: Psychology
CGPA: ~3.35
Prereq GPA: ~3.8
GRE: 155V 165Q 4.0AW
Hours: 670 Outpatient at UCLA Physical Therapy (various types of pt)
Extracurriculars: President of an Ethnic Group, Mission trip to Uganda (exposure to clinics and patient settings there)

Applying: CSU Fresno, CSUN, Chapman, Midwestern U (AZ), Samuel Merrit, U of Miami, USC, U of Utah, U of Washington, West Coast, Western University

Interviews: Midwestern U (AZ)

Rejections: N/A so far..

Acceptance: N/A so far..

Any thoughts?
 
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