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Hey all just wanted some feedback:
University: Georgia State University
Major: Exercise Science

Applying for the second time, applied last year and no dice, but improved my pre req gpa, overall gpa, retaking the GRE tomorrow so wish me luck, hoping for at least 150 above on each section, but yall know how that goes sometimes.

GPA: 3.4
Prerequisite GPA: ~3.2
GRE: 149V 151 Q 4.5 AW

Observation:
20 Skilled Nursing Facility, 20 Pediatric Outpatient focusing on kids with neurological and musculoskeletal deficiencies, 20 Outpatient Clinic, Over 3.5 years of PT Aide experience still working there currently

LOR: 3 PT's, 1 Professor

Extracurriculars: ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist, NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach, Biomechanics Research with autistic children in my last semester of undergrad, atl humane society weekly volunteer

Applying: Mercer, Emory, PCOM, UCF, USF, Ga Southern, NAU, UF, Rosalind Franklin, ECU, WCU, WVU
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Rutgers University
Degree: Public Health/Psychology
Overall GPA: 3.25
Pre-requiste GPA: 3.39
GRE: 149V 148Q 4.5W
Observation: 1000+ outpatient, 30 Inpatient

Applied: Touro, U of Sciences, Sacred Heart, Rutgers North, Rutgers South, Umiami, Temple

Interviews: Rutgers South, University of the Sciences

Accepted: USP
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I know this is old, but do u mind saying how was the interview for USP?
 
Hi everyone
I am finishing up my essays for my application and I thought I remember seeing a post on here that offered to review application essays. Does anyone know if this is still up somewhere?
 
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Some Encouragement for those with GPAs on the lower end

University: San Diego State University

Major: Started with Civil Engineering - then switched to Kinesiology - Pre-PT
Overall: 3.21
Pre-req: 2.99-3.56
GRE: 163V 154Q 4.0AW

Extracurricular: Biomechanics Research Lab, Pathophysiology Research Lab

Volunteer Hours: Outpatient Adult Ortho 100, Outpatient Pediatric Neuro 100
LOR's: (2) PT (1) Prof

Employment: Server Entire Time, Owned own small business
Applied: USA (7/13/18), Northwestern, ISU, UW-LAX,
Interview: USA (7/14/18)
Waitlist: USA ( 7/22/18 )
Denied:
Accepted: USA (9/7/18) - Started Program (9/8/18)
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Congratulation on early acceptance!!!
 
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Hi everyone
I am finishing up my essays for my application and I thought I remember seeing a post on here that offered to review application essays. Does anyone know if this is still up somewhere?
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That was not me, but I can review your essay if you want! I've already submitted my application, and I'm quite good at grammar and maintaining good sentence structure.
 
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seazy995 said:
Hey all just wanted some feedback:
University: Georgia State University
Major: Exercise Science

Applying for the second time, applied last year and no dice, but improved my pre req gpa, overall gpa, retaking the GRE tomorrow so wish me luck, hoping for at least 150 above on each section, but yall know how that goes sometimes.

GPA: 3.4
Prerequisite GPA: ~3.2
GRE: 149V 151 Q 4.5 AW

Observation:
20 Skilled Nursing Facility, 20 Pediatric Outpatient focusing on kids with neurological and musculoskeletal deficiencies, 20 Outpatient Clinic, Over 3.5 years of PT Aide experience still working there currently

LOR: 3 PT's, 1 Professor

Extracurriculars: ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist, NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach, Biomechanics Research with autistic children in my last semester of undergrad, atl humane society weekly volunteer

Applying: Mercer, Emory, PCOM, UCF, USF, Ga Southern, NAU, UF, Rosalind Franklin, ECU, WCU, WVU
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Hi,
I am the similar GRA's .
Keep posted about your acceptance!!
 
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University: Oregon State University
Major: Kinesiology
Cum GPA: 3.30
Post-bac GPA: 3.95
Pre-Req GPA: 3.40–3.70 (depends on retakes)
GRE: 146V, 502Q, 3.0W

Extra-Curric: Biomechanics Teaching Assistant, Health and Wellness Intern,

Observation: 1000 hours as a PT/OT aide at an outpatient clinic, 20 hours at a skilled nursing facility

Employment: PT/OT aide at an outpatient clinic

Honors: Dean’s list & scholarships

Cert: CPR and AED

LORs: 1 Mentor, 1 Professor, and 2 PTs

Planning to Apply to: New York University, Northwestern University, Long Island University, Chatham University, New York Institute of Technology, Eastern Washington University, Pacific University, Loma Linda University, University of Wisconsin – Madison, University of the, Sciences in Philadelphia, University of Washington, Touro College, Azusa Pacific University.

Acceptances: NA
Rejections: NA
Interview Invite: NA

I am so worried about my stats... I know my GRE score is low. Any recommendations on what schools I should apply to? Thanks a lot!

**I know I missed up and applied to a couple of schools that required a higher GRE writing score :'(
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Maybe retake GRE? Still have some times!
 
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University: Rutgers University
Major: Exercise Science

Overall GPA: 3.02 (ouch)
Post Baccalaureate: 4.0
Prerequisite GPA: 3.51-3.72 (depending on school calculations)
GRE: 149 V 152 Q 4.0 AW

Observation:
20 hippotherapy clinic, 901 outpatient as a PT aide/volunteer, 40 inpatient hospital, 53 sub acute nursing home, 42 pediatric outpatient

LOR: 2 PTs, 2 Professors

Extracurriculars: special olympics volunteer, nursing home volunteer, PT/OT aide, undergraduate lab assistant, womens club soccer, student assistant job, a few secretary jobs

Applied: Temple, Tennessee State, Chatham, Wheeling Jesuit, MGH, South College, Rutgers South, Rutgers North, Seton Hall, Touro College (Manhattan campus)

Interviews: Wheeling Jesuit, South College, Chatham
Acceptances: None
Rejections: None
 
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University: UCLA
Major: Psychobiology
Overall GPA: 3.98
Pre-Req GPA: 4.0
GRE: 155Q/159V/5.5 Writing
LOR: 1 PT, 1 Athletic Trainer from UCLA Sports Med, 1 from Residential Director, 1 from math professor

Extra-Curric: Currently working as an aide, UCLA Sports medicine intern (Women's basketball intern and track and field last year, this year beach volleyball intern and track and field intern, resident assistant (2 years), head of student wellness commission health nutrition and fitness for one year (general member for 1 year)
Volunteer/Observation Hours:
1. 50 hours with UCLA Sports Med head of Rehabilitation
2. 52 Inpatient hours
3. 250+ hours outpatient (paid)
4. 30 hours outpatient in Canada

Applying to: USC, UCSF (submitted 09/22), Northwestern (submitted 09/22), UW
any comments are welcome on chances :p im nervous lol
 
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University: Cal Poly Pomona
Major: General Biology
Overall GPA: 3.45
Pre-Req GPA: 3.4-3.9 (depending on retake rules)
GRE: 156Q/158V/4.0 Writing
LOR: 2 PTs, 1 PT Regional Director, 1 Human Physio professor (Dentist)

Extra-Curric: Multiple trips to Mexico to build a church for underserved community, Basketball club team captain, Science council representative, Pharmacy technician manager, Shift supervisor at a local work, Homeless outreach director, Basketball skills trainer for D II players, Currently working as an aide
Volunteer/Observation Hours:
1. 1400 hours as an outpatient PT aide
2. 250 hours in patient Kaiser
3. 40 hours at a pediatrics cerebral palsy clinic
4. 30 hours at a SNF

Applying to: UOP, St Augustine, USC, Western, Mt St. Mary, West Coast, CSU Northridge, Loma Linda, APU, Chapman, CSU Long beach, Mayo Clinic

First time applying... I'm hoping I can get into at least one school this cycle and I'm extremely nervous :/
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Hi,
I think you have a good chance to get into.
Check profiles of accepted applicants.
Keep us posted!!
 
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LostConfusedDucky said:
University: Oregon State University
Major: Kinesiology
Cum GPA: 3.30
Post-bac GPA: 3.95
Pre-Req GPA: 3.40–3.70 (depends on retakes)
GRE: 146V, 502Q, 3.0W

Extra-Curric: Biomechanics Teaching Assistant, Health and Wellness Intern,

Observation: 1000 hours as a PT/OT aide at an outpatient clinic, 20 hours at a skilled nursing facility

Employment: PT/OT aide at an outpatient clinic

Honors: Dean’s list & scholarships

Cert: CPR and AED

LORs: 1 Mentor, 1 Professor, and 2 PTs

Planning to Apply to: New York University, Northwestern University, Long Island University, Chatham University, New York Institute of Technology, Eastern Washington University, Pacific University, Loma Linda University, University of Wisconsin – Madison, University of the, Sciences in Philadelphia, University of Washington, Touro College, Azusa Pacific University.

Acceptances: NA
Rejections: NA
Interview Invite: NA

I am so worried about my stats... I know my GRE score is low. Any recommendations on what schools I should apply to? Thanks a lot!

**I know I missed up and applied to a couple of schools that required a higher GRE writing score :'(
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hey, did you hear anything from university of the sciences? also when did you submit your PTCAS application?
 
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University: University of Colorado Denver
Major: Biology
Overall GPA: 3.61
Pre-Req GPA: 3.5 - 3.8 depending on the school
GRE: 156Q/155V/4.0 Writing
LOR: 2 PTs, 1 Physics Prof, 1 from my long term boss

Extra-Curric: Professional ballerina right out of high school for five years, managed in a restaurant specializing in employing adults with developmental disabilities for 4 years, worked with a PT who specializes in patients with down syndrome and volunteered with her to design a "Dance PT" class for a day program for adults with disabilities, worked with one of her patients and parents as a work out buddy on days he is not with his PT

Volunteer/Observation Hours:
1. 120 hours working with DPT who specializes in patients with Down Syndrome (what I would like to do!)
2. 15 hours inpatient at craig hospital
3. 10 hours at a women's pelvic floor PT clinic
4. 35 hours various ortho clinics

Applying to: University of Colorado Denver, Regis, Northern Arizona University, Midwestern Glendale AZ, OU, and University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas

Interviews: University of Texas Southwestern (invited 11/12 interview is 1/6), Midwestern Glendale (invited 11/22 interview is 2/22), CU (invited 11/29 interview is 1/12), Regis waitlisted for interview (emailed 12/12), invited to interview (1/18)

Rejections: Northern Arizona (forgot to pay the supplemental fee), CU (1/23), UT Southwestern (4/29)
Waitlisted: Regis (2/8), Midwestern (3/4), Oklahoma University (3/8)
Pulled from waitlist: Regis (2/26), Oklahoma University (3/28), Midwestern (4/15)
Attending: Regis!!


Second time applying! Hopefully there will not be a third!
 
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Major: Athletic Training
Overall GPA: 4.0
Pre-req GPA: 4.0
GRE: 154V, 157M, 4.5W

Observation Hours: 50 peds, 307 outpatient ortho, 20 secondary school, 40 acute care, 45 wellness/prevention/fitness.

EC: athletic training intern with a performing arts ensemble, 900 athletic training hours with college/high school athletes, first responder at a youth basketball camp, academic coach, research assistant for 2 years, TA for 2 classes, assistant grader for a learning center, a few volunteer experiences, and 2 clubs.

LORs: 2 PTs, 1 Professor, 1 Preceptor

Applied: Duke (8/15), Northwestern (7/20), NYU (8/23), Arcadia (8/13), University of Maryland Baltimore (7/20), VCU (8/27), WashU (9/8), University of Southern Carolina (7/20), PITT (9/15)
Interviews: UM-Baltimore (9/26), NYU (11/9 - declined), Duke (11/30)
Acceptances: Northwestern (10/1), PITT (10/17), WashU (10/22), UM-Baltimore (12/11), USC (12/11), Arcadia (12/12), VCU (12/14)
Rejections:
Waitlists: Duke (12/14)
Attending: WashU!!! :)

Good luck to all applicants on this cycle!!
 
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Stacey265 said:
Major: Athletic Training
Overall GPA: 4.0
Pre-req GPA: 4.0
GRE: 154V, 157M, 4.5W

Observation Hours: 50 peds, 307 outpatient ortho, 20 secondary school, 40 acute care, 45 wellness/prevention/fitness.

EC: athletic training intern with a performing arts ensemble, 900 athletic training hours with college/high school athletes, first responder at a youth basketball camp, academic coach, research assistant for 2 years, TA for 2 classes, assistant grader for a learning center, a few volunteer experiences, and 2 clubs.

LORs: 2 PTs, 1 Professor, 1 Preceptor

Applied: Duke (8/15), NWU (7/20), NYU (8/23), Arcadia (8/13), University of Maryland Baltimore (7/20), VCU (8/27), WashU (9/8), University of Southern Carolina (7/20), PITT (9/15)
Interviews: UM-Baltimore (9/26)
Acceptances:
Rejections:

My last reference was received on 9/6 so not sure if that delays my application for review. Good luck to all applicants on this cycle!!
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Congrats on receiving an interview for UMB! I applied there also, but haven' t heard back... I submitted my application on 9/10 and was verified the same day and now I'm starting to worry :( When did you submit yours, if you dont mind me asking?
 
livvvdpt said:
Congrats on receiving an interview for UMB! I applied there also, but haven' t heard back... I submitted my application on 9/10 and was verified the same day and now I'm starting to worry :( When did you submit yours, if you dont mind me asking?
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I'm in the same boat. My application was verified on 8/15 and I still haven't heard back from UMB. I know they meet weekly. I'm getting nervous.
 
bc0167 said:
University: Texas A&M University

Major: Kinesiology; Psychology Minor

Overall: 3.20
Pre-req: 3.25 - 3.4
GRE: 150Q 154V 4.0

Extracurricular: Undergrad PT club VP, Player/Coach Quidditch, Group Leader - The Big Event - Nations Largest Student-lead Community Improvement Event, Volunteer - Special Olympics

Volunteer Hours: Inpatient (28), Outpatient (84)

LOR's: (1) PT (2) Prof's

Employment: Student Library Assistant, Counselor - After School Program.

Applied: Angelo State University, University of St Augustine for Health Sciences - Texas, Baylor University, University of Texas at El Paso, Arkansas State University, Texas Technological University Health Sciences Center, Marshall University, Indiana State University, Husson University, Chatham University, Franklin Pierce University - NH, Franklin Pierce University - Arizona, Des Moines University - Osteopathic Medical Center, Southwest Baptist University, University of Mary

Interview:
Waitlist:
Denied:
Accepted:
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Have you heard anything yet?
 
livvvdpt said:
Congrats on receiving an interview for UMB! I applied there also, but haven' t heard back... I submitted my application on 9/10 and was verified the same day and now I'm starting to worry :( When did you submit yours, if you dont mind me asking?
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Thank you! I submitted mine on 7/20 and heard back 8/22 for an interview on 9/26. It took them about a month to email me if that helps! Good luck!
 
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Stacey265 said:
Thank you! I submitted mine on 7/20 and heard back 8/22 for an interview on 9/26. It took them about a month to email me if that helps! Good luck!
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Thanks. Good luck for your interview. I had been a little concerned because about two weeks after I got the first email from them confirming they had received my application, I got another one. This confused me and made me wonder if something had been missing from my application.
 
ACPTWannabe said:
I'm in the same boat. My application was verified on 8/15 and I still haven't heard back from UMB. I know they meet weekly. I'm getting nervous.
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Yeah. OP said that they heard back within a month. So we both just probably need to give it a little more time (especially me since I submitted it this month lol)
 
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University: Iowa State University
Major: Kinesiology/ Pre-PT
Overall GPA: 3.64
Pre-Req GPA: not entirely sure, depends on school. Around 3.5
GRE: 153, 157, 4.5

Extra-Curric: Involved in a couple kinesiology/pt clubs, special olympics volunteer, undergrad research assistant for a physical activity and aging study, work part time

Observation hours: 100 hours in a wide variety of inpatient/outpatient settings, helped a paraplegic man do his therapy after his insurance ran out

Acceptances: St. Ambrose University

Rejections: None yet

Interviews: Des Moines University (10/5)

Applied to: Des Moines University, University of Iowa, St Ambrose, Univ of Colorado, Univ of Indianapolis, Clarke University, University of Kansas, Northern Arizona University
 
Has anyone heard from Temple, Thomas Jefferson, MGHIHP, Rosalind Franklin, Maryland (Baltimore), or UNE?
 
Has anyone heard from NYU or Columbia? Wishing you all good luck this cycle!
 
Undergrad: James Madison University
Major: Biology
Overall GPA: 3.52
Pre-req GPA: 3.4-3.6
GRE Scores: 159V, 155Q; AW 5.0
Observation Hours: 300+ in 3 settings
Extracurriculars: Rugby, Certified Personal Trainer/Manager at School Gym, 1000+ Strength facility shadowing hours, other various volunteer/job experience.
LOR: 1 Physical Therapist, 1 Professor, 1 Boss/Coach

Planning to Apply to: Duke ED

Accepted: Duke ED (9/20) :)
 
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First Time Posting!!!
University: Concordia University Nebraska

Major: Exercise Science
Overall: 3.5
Pre-req: 3.25-3.6
GRE: 155V 154Q 4.0AW

Extracurricular: Personal Training Leader, Volunteer Fire Department, Occ Health Assistant, Booster Club Treasurer

Volunteer Hours: Inpatient 60, Outpatient 100
OR's: (2) PT (1) Prof (1) Air Force Colonel

Employment: Active Duty United States Air Force, Owned own small business
Applied: Arcadia, Stony Brook, Boston University, University of Deleware, Alvernia University, Widener University, Marist College
Interview: University of Delaware, Widener University, Marist College, University of New England, Stony Brook University
Waitlist: n/a
Denied:
Accepted: Marist
 
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ans245 said:
How was your interview? I’m hoping (if I get offered one) it’s not a group interview because those freak me out more!!
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Sorry to say that it was semi-group, but really it's not that bad! So don't freak out, its a very casual and conversational type of interview.
 
livvvdpt said:
Awesome! Best of luck to you :) I just submitted my application to Temple today, so I'm sure it will take a little longer. But when did you apply?
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Thank you so much! I submitted to Temple on 9/16, got an email on 9/17 that my application was under review and heard back from them on 9/18 for the interview. I'm sure you will hear back from them soon as well!:)
 
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First time poster here. I've been reading this forum for two years now and figured its time to finally post my stats!

University: Central College
Major: Exercise Science
Undergrad GPA: 3.53
Pre-requisite GPA: 3.46
GRE: 157V, 153Q, 4.0 W

Extra-curriculars/Experiences: DIII NCAA National qualifier and scholar All- American in wrestling, Academic All-Iowa conference, Head youth wrestling coach, Volunteered with helping run an exercise program in nursing home, 3rd grade mentor, Dean's list

Volunteer/Observation Hours:
1400 Hours as inpatient rehab tech
100 hours shadowing outpatient
25 hours shadowing skilled nursing
5 hours shadowing home health

LORs:
Physical therapist, Exercise science professor, Current boss/ Director of rehab

Applied:
Des Moines University, Creighton University, University of Iowa

Interviews:
Des Moines University (8/24), Creighton University (9/14), University of Iowa (10/19)

Acceptances: Des Moines University, Creighton University

Since it's my third cycle applying I couldn't be happier to finally get accepted. Good luck to everyone else! Never give up hope.[/QUOTE]
 
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***Update
First time poster here. I've been reading this forum for two years now and figured its time to finally post my stats!

University: Central College
Major: Exercise Science
Undergrad GPA: 3.53
Pre-requisite GPA: 3.46
GRE: 157V, 153Q, 4.0 W

Extra-curriculars/Experiences: DIII NCAA National qualifier and scholar All- American in wrestling, Academic All-Iowa conference, Head youth wrestling coach, Volunteered with helping run an exercise program in nursing home, 3rd grade mentor, Dean's list

Volunteer/Observation Hours:
1400 Hours as inpatient rehab tech
100 hours shadowing outpatient
25 hours shadowing skilled nursing
5 hours shadowing home health

LORs:
Physical therapist, Exercise science professor, Current boss/ Director of rehab

Applied:
Des Moines University, Creighton University, University of Iowa

Interviews:
Des Moines University (8/24), Creighton University (9/14), University of Iowa (10/19)

Acceptances: Des Moines University, Creighton University

Since it's my third cycle applying I couldn't be happier to finally get accepted. Good luck to everyone else! Never give up hope.
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Congratulations on the acceptances! What did you change between cycles?
 
dancerpt1996 said:
Thank you so much! I submitted to Temple on 9/16, got an email on 9/17 that my application was under review and heard back from them on 9/18 for the interview. I'm sure you will hear back from them soon as well!:)
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Congrats on the interview! Did they call or email you? I applied to Temple and had my application under review as of 9/10. Haven’t heard anything so wondering if I should be worried.
 
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Congrats on the interview! Did they call or email you? I applied to Temple and had my application under review as of 9/10. Haven’t heard anything so wondering if I should be worried.
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Thank you! They emailed me. I am sure you have nothing to worry about, they are probably still in the process of making decisions and its still early! Best of luck to you!
 
University: West Chester University
Major: Exercise Science
Undergrad GPA: 3.78
Pre-requisite GPA: 3.80
GRE: 139V, 150Q, 3.5 W

Extra-curriculars/Experiences:
N/A

Volunteer/Observation Hours:
1250 Hours as Outpatient rehab tech
125 hours as therapy aide for rehab setting
50 hours shadowing Inpatient
8 hours shadowing home health

LORs:
Physical therapist and Exercise science professor

Applied:
Temple University (8/13) (ED)
*FIRST CYCLE*

Interviews:
Temple University (9/7)

Acceptances: Temple University!! (9/19)

Even though my GRE scores weren't the greatest, I think it was my personal statements that helped a-lot. Good luck to everybody!
 
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Hello Everybody! I'm getting ready to apply for the third time. I applied first in the 2014-2015 cycle and then again this cycle, the 2017-2018 cycle. The reason for the gap is I struggled to find a job after moving home following graduation and then had to have ACL/Meniscus surgery that all set me back financially. I obviously haven't gotten in either of the first two times I applied, but am still on the waitlst for the 2017-2018 cycle at Methodist University in Fayetteville, NC. I am working on several different things to improve my application this time. Here are my stats:
Undergrad: Appalachian State University (GO APPS)
Major: Exercise Science
Overall GPA: 3.44
Prereq GPA: 3.5-3.7 (currently depending on the program) I am currently retaking Anatomy & Physiology I and plan to retake II and Physics I this fall.
GRE Scores: V162, Q152, AW 4.5
Observation Hours: 1200 hours (1140 in out patient clinic that see ortho, neuro, wound care, and geriatric, 30 in in-patient, 30 in aquatics) Planned 384 more hours in rehabiliation hospital.
Extracurriculars: 2 different jobs, Health Professions Club (several leadership roles), Exercise Science Club, Governing Board for Residence Hall first two years, SEP at UNC-Chapel Hill Participate, Research in Exercise Science Lab for 3 years, Journal Club, 60 hours at on-campus therapy clinic (not counted above because it was overseen by Athletic Trainers), and volunteering during the summer in PT clinic. Currently working full-time, retaking classes, and volunteering at a rehabilitation hospital.
LOR: 3 PTs, 1 Professor
Planning to Apply: Duke, George Washington University, UNC-Chapel Hil, University of Maryland-Baltimore, Methodist University, Eastern Tennessee State University, Elon University, and Winston-Salem State University.
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Update: I was actually accepted to Winston-Salem State University for the class beginning in 2019. I was on the waitlist without even knowing it.
 
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qtndpt said:
University: West Chester University
Major: Exercise Science
Undergrad GPA: 3.78
Pre-requisite GPA: 3.80
GRE: 139V, 150Q, 3.5 W

Extra-curriculars/Experiences:
N/A

Volunteer/Observation Hours:
1250 Hours as Outpatient rehab tech
125 hours as therapy aide for rehab setting
50 hours shadowing Inpatient
8 hours shadowing home health

LORs:
Physical therapist and Exercise science professor

Applied:
Temple University (8/13) (ED)
*FIRST CYCLE*

Interviews:
Temple University (9/7)

Acceptances: Temple University!! (9/19)

Even though my GRE scores weren't the greatest, I think it was my personal statements that helped a-lot. Good luck to everybody!
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Hey, Congrats on your acceptance!!! I have an interview at Temple on 11/9 and was wondering what to expect for the interview, is it a group interview? What did the day consist of?
 
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Hey, Congrats on your acceptance!!! I have an interview at Temple on 11/9 and was wondering what to expect for the interview, is it a group interview? What did the day consist of?
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The interview was a really cool experience. It was a group interview and at the end they gave us a tour of the campus. Just be you and let your passion for physical therapy come out! Best of luck!
 
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Congratulations on the acceptances! What did you change between cycles?[/QUOTE]

Thanks so much! In the past year I worked as an inpatient rehab tech, retook my lowest prerequisite grade and coached a youth wrestling team for leadership experience. I think all these things really helped!
 
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seazy995 said:
Hey all just wanted some feedback:
University: Georgia State University
Major: Exercise Science

Applying for the second time, applied last year and no dice, but improved my pre req gpa, overall gpa, retaking the GRE tomorrow so wish me luck, hoping for at least 150 above on each section, but yall know how that goes sometimes.

GPA: 3.4
Prerequisite GPA: ~3.2
GRE: 149V 151 Q 4.5 AW

Observation:
20 Skilled Nursing Facility, 20 Pediatric Outpatient focusing on kids with neurological and musculoskeletal deficiencies, 20 Outpatient Clinic, Over 3.5 years of PT Aide experience still working there currently

LOR: 3 PT's, 1 Professor

Extracurriculars: ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist, NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach, Biomechanics Research with autistic children in my last semester of undergrad, atl humane society weekly volunteer

Applying: Mercer, Emory, PCOM, UCF, USF, Ga Southern, NAU, UF, Rosalind Franklin, ECU, WCU, WVU
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Your application looked almost exactly like mine! I applied to Campbell University ED and was accepted last month for the January 2020 cohort. Trust me, it is absolutely possible with your stats. If you wanted to do anything to improve at this point, practice your interviewing skills and if you can get one more observation setting (acute/subacute) that would help you earn max points in that category depending on the school. This was feedback that I received from 2 of the schools I visited. Best of luck!
 
Stacey265 said:
Major: Athletic Training
Overall GPA: 4.0
Pre-req GPA: 4.0
GRE: 154V, 157M, 4.5W

Observation Hours: 50 peds, 307 outpatient ortho, 20 secondary school, 40 acute care, 45 wellness/prevention/fitness.

EC: athletic training intern with a performing arts ensemble, 900 athletic training hours with college/high school athletes, first responder at a youth basketball camp, academic coach, research assistant for 2 years, TA for 2 classes, assistant grader for a learning center, a few volunteer experiences, and 2 clubs.

LORs: 2 PTs, 1 Professor, 1 Preceptor

Applied: Duke (8/15), NWU (7/20), NYU (8/23), Arcadia (8/13), University of Maryland Baltimore (7/20), VCU (8/27), WashU (9/8), University of Southern Carolina (7/20), PITT (9/15)
Interviews: UM-Baltimore (9/26)
Acceptances:
Rejections:

My last reference was received on 9/6 so not sure if that delays my application for review. Good luck to all applicants on this cycle!!
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Your stats look amazing! Have you heard from NYU at all?
 
Undergrad: University of Massachusetts Lowell
Major: Exercise Physiology
Overall GPA: 3.32
Pre-Req GPA: 3.25
GRE Scores: Q 148 V 147 AW 4.0
Hours: 1,300+ outpatient as an PT aide
LOR: 1 PT, 2 professors

Applying to: UML, Plymouth State, Franklin Pierce (NH), Simmons College, AIC
Applied: Baylor U Hybrid, South College, UNE
Acceptances: None
Rejections: None

My application has been deferred at both Baylor and South College for further review. Anyone have any information about getting deferred? Sending out the rest of my apps soon.

Thanks!
 
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