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University: MIT (Class of 2013)
Major: Chemistry
Minor: Biology
Overall GPA: 3.9
Pre-Req GPA: 3.7 (Blame Physics II. Also, not sure about this number, chem labs were completely separate classes - 4 credits lecture, 4 credits lab)
GRE: 162V, 167Q, 4.5AW

Planning to take A&P in the fall/spring.

Observation Hours:
30h inpatient acute care
24h neuro rehab
72h outpatient (another ~40 in progress)

Extra-Curric: MIT Russian Club, tutoring undergrad chemistry (very briefly), study abroad (Cambridge University, 1 year), various undergraduate research, 2 years working full time as a research assistant at Mass General Hospital (immunology), currently working as a research assistant at Rockefeller University (also immunology).

Applied: MGH IHP (top choice), UCSF, SDSU, Emory, Mount St Mary, UIC, UC Denver, Regis, NAU, USA

 

[laxhockey18088]

Thanks for the reply. Most of the schools I listed have under 100 hours observation requirement, maybe one had 100 exactly. Forgot to mention I did undergrad research also, but didn't indicate it under extracurriculars (mentioned it in some of the essays and it does show in my transcript). I am not doing early decision, but I sent in all my stuff very early-otherwise I'd be getting paranoid (not that I'm not right now, a little bit).

Your nearly 4,000 hours of observation/experience are extremely impressive, by the way.

You will be just fine. The sooner you get the application in, the less you have to worry about any issues arising with transcripts being sent and whatnot. And thank you about my hours. Trying to make up for a slightly lower GPA.

 

[Mr.BoJangles6]

University: Winona State University
Major: Movement Science
Minors: Nutrition, Psychology
Overall GPA: 3.97
Pre-Req GPA: 3.93
GRE: 152V, 152Q, 3.0 AW

Observation Hours:
203 hours total spanning a total of 5 different facilities (143 hours outpatient, 40 inpatient hours, 20 hours SNF)

Extra-Curricular/Volunteer:
Over 200 hours as a volunteer high school football coach, member of my university's Food and Nutrition Club, Food Record Analyst for a Diabetes Prevention Program

Applying:
University of Minnesota (completed)
St. Catherine University (not yet completed)
Concordia University (not yet completed)

The University of Minnesota is my top choice. Wondering if I have a good shot of getting accepted despite the low GRE scores.

 

[Chernz]

University: Winona State University
Major: Movement Science
Minors: Nutrition, Psychology
Overall GPA: 3.97
Pre-Req GPA: 3.93
GRE: 152V, 152Q, 3.0 AW

Observation Hours:
203 hours total spanning a total of 5 different facilities (143 hours outpatient, 40 inpatient hours, 20 hours SNF)

Extra-Curricular/Volunteer:
Over 200 hours as a volunteer high school football coach, member of my university's Food and Nutrition Club, Food Record Analyst for a Diabetes Prevention Program

Applying:
University of Minnesota (completed)
St. Catherine University (not yet completed)
Concordia University (not yet completed)

The University of Minnesota is my top choice. Wondering if I have a good shot of getting accepted despite the low GRE scores.

You should be good. GPA will be above average at least. Why not retake the GRE?

 

[Mr.BoJangles6]

You should be good. GPA will be above average at least. Why not retake the GRE?

Yeah I definitely should've to hedge my bet, but my finances are tight and I have some fear that I might somehow flop the AW portion again. I also don't feel I have the time necessary to study for it at this moment. Are these legitimate reasons to not retake it? Probably not. Did you take the GRE multiple times?

 

[Mr.BoJangles6]

You should be good. GPA will be above average at least. Why not retake the GRE?

Noticed you're an undergrad at the U of MN. How do you like it?

 

[Chernz]

Noticed you're an undergrad at the U of MN. How do you like it?

I took it once. I think it'd be worth it for you to try again. Maybe practice writing some essays in response to sample questions?

The U of M was OK. It's what you make of it. For me it was a bit too large so it was difficult for me to integrate. I think I would have enjoyed a smaller school more, which is why I would prefer St. Kate's for grad school. The education was pretty good. Lots of research opportunities if that's your thing.

 

[krissybear]

Hi Everyone,
I'm a long-time lurker and wanted to get my first PT application post started. I'm a non-trad student. I had a successful career for many years then returned to school. (yeah, yeah I know my numbers are low) I really appreciate all of those that have contributed over the years to this thread...especially the low GPA success stories!! Now its finally my time to contribute. I've taken a very strategic approach to applying. My fingers are crossed that I've selected schools that will be favorable to my stats (such as NON-GRE schools or those with specific Psych course requirements etc...) Some items will be omitted or generally stated for privacy purposes. Updates to come!

University: State University + CCs
Major: Psychology
Overall GPA: TBD (I honestly don't know yet)
Pre-Req GPA: 3 - 3.5 depending on program. Blame Chemistry! Will be revised after academic update (3 courses in progress)
GRE: V-148, Q-146, AW-To Come
Extra-Curric: Thousands of various community service hours plus 20 hrs campus student health center, 10 hrs Animal Assisted Therapy Volunteer, pre-health club, play tennis
PT Volunteer: 35 Inpatient, 140 Outpatient - Both In Progress

Applied: Plan to apply to many
Acceptances:
Rejections:
Interviews:

We actually have very similar stats, but from I'm from VA - I'm applying to a lot of CA schools, though, how about you?

 

[krissybear]

Hi Everyone,
I'm a long-time lurker and wanted to get my first PT application post started. I'm a non-trad student. I had a successful career for many years then returned to school. (yeah, yeah I know my numbers are low) I really appreciate all of those that have contributed over the years to this thread...especially the low GPA success stories!! Now its finally my time to contribute. I've taken a very strategic approach to applying. My fingers are crossed that I've selected schools that will be favorable to my stats (such as NON-GRE schools or those with specific Psych course requirements etc...) Some items will be omitted or generally stated for privacy purposes. Updates to come!

University: State University + CCs
Major: Psychology
Overall GPA: TBD (I honestly don't know yet)
Pre-Req GPA: 3 - 3.5 depending on program. Blame Chemistry! Will be revised after academic update (3 courses in progress)
GRE: V-148, Q-146, AW-To Come
Extra-Curric: Thousands of various community service hours plus 20 hrs campus student health center, 10 hrs Animal Assisted Therapy Volunteer, pre-health club, play tennis
PT Volunteer: 35 Inpatient, 140 Outpatient - Both In Progress

Applied: Plan to apply to many
Acceptances:
Rejections:
Interviews:

Do you plan on retaking the GRE? I got a 148/148 and am retaking it next week... I haven't had much time to really commit to studying but at least I'll give it another shot for now... I feel like that is the one thing really pulling me down

 

[nature_girl]

University: University of California - Santa Cruz
Major: Molecular & Cellular Biology
Overall GPA: 3.4
Pre-Req GPA: 3.5-3.6
GRE: 151V, 157Q, 4.0AW

Observation Hours:
1000+ hours of Outpatient Sports Physical Therapy (as an aide)
1000+ hours of Outpatient Orthopedic/Aquatics/Geriatric (as an aide)
50 hours of Inpatient at Skilled Nursing Facility

Extra-Curric: Gamma Phi Beta Sorority (Standards Chair, Philanthropy Committee), Student Volunteer in the Athletic Training Department, Baseline Concussion Testing in Athletic Training Department, Volunteer in Community Service Club, Sports Medicine Club Member, Research Assistant in Outpatient PT office (Post-stem cell injection Rehabilitation Protocol)

Applying: Samuel Merritt (Top Choice), CSUN, Mount St. Mary's, Chapman, USC, SDSU, George Fox, Pacific University, UNE (2nd Choice), NAU, UMES, Franklin Pierce NH

This is my second time applying after being waitlisted at Mount St. Mary's and Chapman. Since my first application I have gained more experience as a PT aide and have retaken a couple classes. I'm SO nervous. Wish me luck!

 

[immadrumbum34]

University: Appalachian State University
Major: Exercise Science
Overall GPA: 3.71
Pre-Req GPA: 3.5-3.6
GRE: 149V, 150Q, 4.0AW

Observation Hours:
50 hours of Outpatient Orthopedic Facility
30 hours at Skilled Nursing Facility
50 hours at Outpatient Pediatric Facility

Applying: East Carolina University, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Western Carolina University, Elon University, Armstrong Atlantic University

I know I don't have the strongest GRE, but I think my GPA and observation will lead me to land an interview spot, which is my strong point. What do y'all think?

 

[Bwhite1042]

University: University of Wisconsin Parkside
Major: Applied Health Sciences (Pre-Health)
Overall GPA: 3.75
Pre-Req GPA: 3.68
GRE: V: 151, Q: 152, AW: 4.0

Extra-Curric: None

Volunteer: PT Aide at Hospital (400 Hours) - 150 Inpatient (Acute Care), 250 Outpatient (Orthopaedic).

Applied: Rosalind Franklin (ED); Will apply to many more if not accepted at RF.

Acceptances: N/A

Rejections: N/A

What are my chances of getting accepted? Even without extracurriculars?

I am with you in the low Extra department, I have two listed so far. I'm sure you can add something to that category. Think of things you did outside of school besides work. Think of anything! I put down Intramural sports captain, and member of Pre PT club even though I only attended a few meetings. Do your best to just put something down, I too am hoping it is not a big factor in the schools I'm looking at as well. Other than that everything else looks great! Good luck!

 

[laxhockey18088]

UPDATED: PLEASE GIVE ANY INPUT!!

University: Ohio Wesleyan University
Major: Exercise Science
Minor: Biology/Pre-Med
Overall GPA: ~3.4
Pre-Req GPA: ~3.2 (CHEMISTRY KILLED ME)
GRE: 148 V, 152 Q, 4.0 A (RETAKING)

Observation Hours:
-1600 hours as physical therapy aide in outpatient sports medicine orthopedic clinic
-2 hours in acute care neuro rehabilitation hospital
-1100 hours as physical therapy aide in outpatient geriatric/sports medicine orthopedic clinic
-1030 hours as physical therapy aide in acute rehab hospital (experience in orthopedics, surgical icu, medical icu, neonatal icu)
-Surgery observation
-Certified Personal Trainer

Extra-Curric: Varsity Men's Lacrosse (4 years), Peer Health Advocate Team, Fraternity member, Men's Club Ice Hockey, Concussion Relief, potentially published research project for physician

Volunteering: Nursing Home, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Famine Relief

Applied: (AIMING HIGH) Belmont University, Boston University, Ohio State University, Ohio University, Sacred Heart University, University of Florida, MGH Institute of Health Professions, University of Miami, Northwestern, University of South Carolina, Stony Brook


PLEASE LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK. I aimed high with schools because hopefully my experience as a PT aide outweighs my lower GPA/GRE scores. I also am retaking the GRE.

 

[noke11]

University: Roanoke College
Major: Exercise Science
Overall GPA: 3.48
Pre-Req GPA: 3.7-3.82
GRE: Q: 158 V: 155 AW: 4.0 (hope schools take the best of your scores instead of the average. I did poorly the first time. 152/147)

Extra-Curric: 4 year varsity soccer player, fraternity member, alpha epsilon delta pre-health honors society, possible A&P TA this semester, philanthropy/ charity events with fraternity

Volunteer: 120 Outpatient (got to see some Peds, Neuro, as well as regular ortho outpatient)
~35 Inpatient Acute Care (in progress)

Applying: Pitt, Chatham, Duquesne, UNF, Nova Southeastern, MUSC, University of SC, Touro, Radford, Lynchburg, Marymount, George Washington, Mercer, Belmont



I just finished my summer classes. Now the only thing I'm waiting for is the LOR that the PT that I shadowed last summer said she would write before I apply. Unfortunately she's impossible to get in touch with and hasn't responded to me in weeks. I feel bad for coming to her clinic unannounced but I suppose it might come to that. Otherwise, I had my other 2 LORs done by my A&P professor and a professor from my major. I plan on asking the PT I'm currently shadowing for a LOR before I leave for pre-season. Overall it's been a pretty stressful journey to get to the point where I am now. But, it's made me confident that I don't want to do anything other than PT.

I'm casting a pretty wide net and taking the brunt of the app fees for my best chances to get in somewhere. Any thoughts on my chances?!

 

[PTjellybean]

Hello wonderful people! I have been using this website for a while now, however this is my first post and first time applying! I’ve submitted for ED recently and I am now playing the waiting game… . .

University: GGC
Major: Exercise Science
Overall GPA: 3.76
Pre-Req GPA: 3.5 -3.6

GRE: V-150, Q-150, AW-3.5
Extra-Curric: Intramural Volleyball, Athletic Department volunteer, Volunteered at local hospital (not in PT), National Society of Leadership and Success, Kappa Omicron Nu, Golden Key International Honor Society, BLS for Healthcare Providers Certified, Summer Intern for 3 years,



PT Volunteer: 22 Inpatient- In progress, 125 Outpatient (Orthopedics, Geriatrics, Pediatrics, Aquatics)

Applying: University of North Georgia ED. If not accepted: Georgia State, Mercer, Atlantic Armstrong State University, Breanu, Emory, Elon, Western Carolina University, Wingate, Nova Southeasthern , University of Miami, St Augustine – FL
Acceptances:
Rejections:
Interviews:

I strongly prefer staying in-state (due to financial reasons), however I am open to attending PT schools in nearby states since my GRE scores are not the most appealing. North Georgia is my top choice, so I am hoping for the best! Feel free to let me know what you think!

 

[amcn1993]

University: University at Albany (SUNY)
Major: Psychology
Minor: Biology
Overall GPA: 3.66
Pre-req GPA: 3.7
GRE: Q-158, V-154, AW-4.0

Extracurricular: American Red Cross volunteer, Autism speaks volunteer, National Academy of Sports Medicine certified personal trainer

Volunteer: Inpatient 180, outpatient 260+ (volunteered in two facilities and currently working as an aide in another facility), nursing home 40.

Applying: Columbia, NYU, LIU, Hunter, CSI, NY medical, NYIT, Downstate, Stony Brook, Rutgers, Seton Hall, Sacred Heart, Nova Southeastern, and Mercy college.

Can anyone who is familiar with these programs let me know what you think/give me advice? Thanks!

 

[CaliMe]

Do you plan on retaking the GRE? I got a 148/148 and am retaking it next week... I haven't had much time to really commit to studying but at least I'll give it another shot for now... I feel like that is the one thing really pulling me down

@krissybear In response to both of your posts...Hi! nice to know someone has similar stats. Good luck on the retake. I wish you well!

Yes I'm applying to CA schools along with other states. I don't plan on retaking the GRE (for a variety of reasons, not worth explaining) but, there is hope considering some programs do not require it and some do not require a minimum score

 

[PTDREAMS2]

I am with you in the low Extra department, I have two listed so far. I'm sure you can add something to that category. Think of things you did outside of school besides work. Think of anything! I put down Intramural sports captain, and member of Pre PT club even though I only attended a few meetings. Do your best to just put something down, I too am hoping it is not a big factor in the schools I'm looking at as well. Other than that everything else looks great! Good luck!

I can't list anything more!! I already submitted the app. I should've put pre-health club bcz I did attend a few of the meetings over the years, lol. I'm playing the waiting game right now and just hoping.

Thank you, and good luck to you too!!

 

[redrose424]

University: University of Georgia
Major: Political Science
Overall GPA: 3.29
Last 40: 3.78
Pre-Req GPA: 3.34 - 4.0 (I know this is a range, Emory is what tipped it to 4.0)

GRE: V-161, Q-157, AW-5.5

Extra-Curric: volunteered in the Neuroscience unit of a hospital (not PT), worked in a women's shelter, member of active minds (group raising awareness of mental illness), member of pre-physical therapy group, also held a 20hr+/week job until summer of last year.

PT Volunteer: 30 inpatient rehab, 30 in LTAC, 80 in outpatient ortho, so far about 40 in a hospital outpatient that is for oncology rehab/lympedema (ongoing)

Applying: Armstrong Atlantic University (submitted 8/6), University of North Georgia (submitted 8/11), Brenau (submitted 8/6), Georgia Regents (submitted 8/6), Mercer (submitted 8/11), Emory (submitted 8/13), Georgia State (submitted 8/11)

Still working on the supplemental stuff for the others, but expect to have them submitted by the beginning of next week.

Acceptances: Georgia State (11/18), Georgia Regents (11/18)
Rejections: UNG (9/16 - class filled early), Mercer (2/2 Waitlist offered - withdrawing), Emory (Waitlist offered - withdrawing)
Interviews: Georgia Regents (offered on 8/10), UNG (offered 9/11 for alternate position, declined due to conflicts), Georgia State (offered 10/7), Brenau (offered 11/16 - declined), Armstrong (offered 12/1 - declined), Mercer (offered 12/2), Emory (offered 12/24)

What do you guys think? Chances? I know my overall GPA is below average, but there is a VERY noticeable grade trend. I'm also thinking that my GRE might help balance that a bit. Let me know!

 

[DPT2019newb]

University: Virginia Tech
Major: Biology
Overall GPA: 3.85
Pre-Req GPA: 3.74
GRE: V-152, Q-160, W-5.0

Extra-Curric: President/Trip Leader of an 0rganization where I traveled to Nicaragua for three spring breaks, Historian/Pledge Parent for a leadership fraternity, Honors Program where I wrote an Honors thesis, camp counselor for four summers, other volunteering in the community. Currently working in Nicaragua for five months as a Program Director with a non-profit

PT Volunteer: 170 hours - acute care (65), general outpatient (25), and pediatric/special needs children (80)

Applying: VCU, ODU, Radford, Duke, University of Florida, University of Delaware
Interview: University of Delaware (9/11)

 

[haney]

UPDATE: ACCEPTANCE TO WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY ST. LOUIS!!!!!!!!!


Undergraduate: Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Major: Biology Medical Science
Minor: Chemistry
GPA: 3.78
Pre-Reg GPA: 3.9

Graduate: Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Major: Kinesiology - Exercise Physiology
GPA: 3.8

GRE: V-150, Q-158, AW-4

Extra-Curriculum:
Pre-Physical Therapy Association: Founder and President
Dance Marathon: External Director-2014, Advisor - 2015 and 2016
International Student Council: Program Director
Ranken Jordan Pediatric Hospital: Volunteer - Therapy Dept.
Alternative Spring Break/Rebuilding Together Roanoke: Trip leader: 2014, 2015 and will be 2016 also
Chemistry Workshop Leader
Resident Assistant: 2014 and 2015
Graduate Assistant in Community Engagement: 2014-2015 and 2015-2016

Observation Hours: 251 hours total at 3 different places

Applying: Early Admission at Washington U in St. Louis

Would love to here some opinions about my chances 🙂

 

[Javi450]

First Post! I've been lurking in these forums long enough lol here's my stats.

University: Florida International University
Major: Biology
Overall GPA: 3.22 (PTCAS: 3.19)
Upper Div. GPA: 3.40
Pre-Req GPA: 3.6-3.7
GRE: V-158, Q-159, AW- 3.5 👎

Extra-Curric:
- Pre-med Society member
- ER Medical Scribe 600 hrs (2014-early 2015)
- Medical Mission to Dominican Republic
- TA for Biology/Genetics for a semester

Observation hours: 90 hrs Outpatient (Ortho/Cardiopulmonary) , 25 hrs Inpatient (still in progress), 40 hrs Rehabilitation hospital (Aquatics, Neuro)

Applying: FIU, UM, UCF, Nova SE, UNF, UF, Mercer, GWU, USA

I'm going to submit in a couple weeks and I'm worried about my cum. gpa and the AW score. Hopefully my pre req gpa might help me get some interviews. Would love some feedback from you guys.

 

[WJR323]

University: Roanoke College
Major: Exercise Science
Overall GPA: 3.48
Pre-Req GPA: 3.7-3.82
GRE: Q: 158 V: 155 AW: 4.0 (hope schools take the best of your scores instead of the average. I did poorly the first time. 152/147)

Extra-Curric: 4 year varsity soccer player, fraternity member, alpha epsilon delta pre-health honors society, possible A&P TA this semester, philanthropy/ charity events with fraternity

Volunteer: 120 Outpatient (got to see some Peds, Neuro, as well as regular ortho outpatient)
~35 Inpatient Acute Care (in progress)

Applying: Pitt, Chatham, Duquesne, UNF, Nova Southeastern, MUSC, University of SC, Touro, Radford, Lynchburg, Marymount, George Washington, Mercer, Belmont



I just finished my summer classes. Now the only thing I'm waiting for is the LOR that the PT that I shadowed last summer said she would write before I apply. Unfortunately she's impossible to get in touch with and hasn't responded to me in weeks. I feel bad for coming to her clinic unannounced but I suppose it might come to that. Otherwise, I had my other 2 LORs done by my A&P professor and a professor from my major. I plan on asking the PT I'm currently shadowing for a LOR before I leave for pre-season. Overall it's been a pretty stressful journey to get to the point where I am now. But, it's made me confident that I don't want to do anything other than PT.

I'm casting a pretty wide net and taking the brunt of the app fees for my best chances to get in somewhere. Any thoughts on my chances?!

I like your chances! You've got good stats and I think your extra-curriculars should put you in a great position. Being able to manage all of that and still keep up with observation hours, class work, etc. shows well for you. As for the LOR from the therapist, don't worry about being a nuisance. I had a similar experience with one of my LORs who was a PT. They are obviously just very busy, but if anybody understands the importance of getting the LORs for the application it's them. So just keep sending polite reminders with specific dates of when you need to have it by and hopefully everything will work itself out! Other than that, best of luck!!

 

[WJR323]

University: Virginia Tech
Major: Biology
Overall GPA: 3.85
Pre-Req GPA: 3.74
GRE: V-152, Q-160, W-5.0

Extra-Curric: President/Trip Leader of an 0rganization where I traveled to Nicaragua for three spring breaks, Historian/Pledge Parent for a leadership fraternity, Honors Program where I wrote an Honors thesis, camp counselor for four summers, other volunteering in the community. Currently working in Nicaragua for five months as a Program Director with a non-profit

PT Volunteer: 170 hours - acute care (65), general outpatient (25), and pediatric/special needs children (80)

Applying: VCU, ODU, Radford, Duke, University of Florida, University of Delaware

Everything has been completed, both through PTCAS and the supplementals for each school.


Would love to hear any opinions on my chances or the schools that I am applying to. I wish that my verbal score was higher, but given everything else I do not think it will be too much of a concern. Thanks!

I'm currently in my first year at Delaware, but also was accepted to Duke so I can speak to you in regards to those two programs. Your GPA is strong and your GRE scores are quite similar to what I had when I was applying. I can see you've got a good variety of observation hours in different settings and a great list of extra curriculars. Overall, I think you have a great chance of getting some interviews/acceptances!! Hope to see you here at UD in the near future! Let me know if you have any questions.

 

[RhinoDPT]

☆☆☆ACCEPTANCE UPDATE☆☆☆
University: St. Cloud State University
Major: Biomedical Science
Residency: Washington
cGPA: 3.6
pGPA: 3.7-4.0
sGPA: 3.95
last 60 GPA: 3.97
GRE: V-150 Q-155 AW-4.0

Extra Curricular Activities: Shirley Parker Reading Program, Organic Chemistry Tudor, Chemistry Club, Collegiate Wrestler, Race for the Cure, Special Olympics, Central Minnesota Science fair Judge, and a few more.
Job Shadow Hours: 150 spread between inpatient, outpatient, skilled nursing, nuero and pediatrics.

Schools Applying: University of WA, Georgia Regents, NOVA, Midwestern (Glendale and Downers Grove), Franklin Pierce University, University of New England, Pacific University, University of Florida.

Inteviews: Every school that uses one as part of the application process.

Acceptance: University of New England, Midwestern University-Glendale, and NOVA Southeastern.

Rejection: N/A

 

[Topper2816]

University: Western Kentucky University
Major: Exercise Science
GPA: 3.7
pGPA: 3.35
GRE: V-157 Q-146 AW-3.50 I am planning on taking it again so I can bring my quant score up it shouldn't be to hard though I'm just not a very mathy guy.

Extra Curricular Activities: American Sign Language association, Meals on Wheels, intramurals, PT club, founding father for a fraternity, church involvement.

150 hours outpatient, 40 hours home health/geriatrics I'm planning on doing some more in a hospital setting probably a minimum 40 more

Schools Applying: Western Kentucky University, University of Kentucky, Belmont, and Bellarmine.

Acceptance/Rejection: N/A

Thanks for any advice that can be offered

 

[Phyline]

Super jealous of those of you who got to observe in peds!

 

[swagtastic]

University: UW Madison
Major: Biochemistry/Neurobiology
Overall GPA: 4.00
Pre-Req GPA: 4.00
GRE: V-165, Q-170, AW- 5.5

Extra-Curric:
- Multiple volunteer tutoring positions
- 2000+ hours research with 3 published papers
- IM sports participant/volunteer
- 300+ hours hospital volunteer

Observation hours: 90 hrs Outpatient (Wellness/Spine health/Pediatrics) , 40 hrs Inpatient (rehab/pediatrics)

Applying: ED at UW.

Had been looking the premed route but shadowed a bit and it left a bad taste. Shadowed PT and loved it; thus had to cram in my shadowing time this summer. Should I expand the scope outside of UW? The instate tuition and familiarity with the community are lovely perks, as is the research focus, but are there any schools I should check out this upcoming week that offer to cover tuition for low income/high qualified students?

 

[JS31]

University: Washburn University (Topeka, KS)
Major: Exercise Physiology
GPA: 3.87 (3.79 PTCAS)
pGPA: 3.55 - 3.88
GRE: 155V, 153Q, 4.5 AW

Volunteer: (420 total) 20 hours home health, 20 hours nursing home, 30 hours outpatient ortho, 350 hours in progress at inpatient as rehab tech.

Applied: Mizzou (top choice), U. North Texas, U. South Carolina, Nebraska, Kansas U., Belmont, Missouri State, Texas Tech

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.

Interviews:

Acceptances:

Waitlist:

Rejected:

Thank you to everyone who has posted on this feed I have been checking it out for the past two years as I prepared to apply. This is my first time going through the application cycle, and I am just waiting on one LOR from a professor. Any advice about acceptance would be very appreciated. Good luck to everyone applying this year!!

 

[shiny21]

University: University of South Carolina Honor's College
Major: Biology
Overall GPA:3.80
Pre-Req GPA:4.00
GRE:162 V 160 Q

Extra-Curric: Lots of work, 100 hrs research, intramurals, running

Volunteer: 100+ hours OT hand shadowing, 8 hours outpatient PT, 450 hour Forest Service internship (you could say I have diverse interests), 200+ other volunteer hours

Obviously I am working on getting more PT shadowing hours. Considering Army Baylor which will mean taking a year off to build up military PT shadowing hours as well as save up some money to buy a car.

 

[Youit]

Just turned E-submitted my application and sent all required documents!

Major: Kinesiology with a concentration in Clinical Exercise Physiology/ Minor in Psychology
Overall GPA: 3.63
Last 60: 3.9
Pre-Req GPA: 3.59-3.9 depending on the school
GRE: 154Q 158V 3.5W 🙁 <- retaking this Friday

Extra-Curric: President's/Dean's List, tour guide, Relay for Life, fraternity, hospital volunteer, student association, retreat leader, CPR/AED certified, and worked 5 different jobs throughout college

Hours: Roughly 350 hours in Peds, Geriatric, Outpatient Ortho

Schools: TWU, UTHSCSA, UNTHSC, USA-Austin, Mercer, Marshall, Shenandoah, Methodist U

 

[ptdude66]

University: University of California - Santa Cruz
Major: Molecular & Cellular Biology
Overall GPA: 3.4
Pre-Req GPA: 3.5-3.6
GRE: 151V, 157Q, 4.0AW

Observation Hours:
1000+ hours of Outpatient Sports Physical Therapy (as an aide)
1000+ hours of Outpatient Orthopedic/Aquatics/Geriatric (as an aide)
50 hours of Inpatient at Skilled Nursing Facility

Extra-Curric: Gamma Phi Beta Sorority (Standards Chair, Philanthropy Committee), Student Volunteer in the Athletic Training Department, Baseline Concussion Testing in Athletic Training Department, Volunteer in Community Service Club, Sports Medicine Club Member, Research Assistant in Outpatient PT office (Post-stem cell injection Rehabilitation Protocol)

Applying: Samuel Merritt (Top Choice), CSUN, Mount St. Mary's, Chapman, USC, SDSU, George Fox, Pacific University, UNE (2nd Choice), NAU, UMES, Franklin Pierce NH

This is my second time applying after being waitlisted at Mount St. Mary's and Chapman. Since my first application I have gained more experience as a PT aide and have retaken a couple classes. I'm SO nervous. Wish me luck!

what was your gpa last year? It seems like your stats were solid! I'm suprised you didn't get in

 

[nature_girl]

what was your gpa last year? It seems like your stats were solid! I'm suprised you didn't get in

Thanks, my pre-req GPA last year was a 3.38. I'm a little surprised myself, but I also applied to mostly California schools and the competition is tough!

 

[MadmaxDPT]

just e-submitted my application and all supplemental applications
University: University of Central Florida
Major: Pre-Clinical Health Sciences
Overall GPA: 3.22 (PTCAS), 3.3 UCF
Pre-req GPA: 3.5-3.6 depending on the school
last 60 credits: 3.6
GRE: 157V 159Q 4.0W
Observation: 150 peds, 50 outpatient geriatrics, 50 inpatient, currently working as an aide at an outpatient center will probably get about 500 additional hrs by the end of the year

applying: NOVA, FIU, Miami, UCF

This is my first year applying, I'm pretty nervous about my low overall GPA, but i've worked hard to make up for it with my pre-reqs and GRE.

 

[Buzz1012]

University: UW-Whitewater (graduated Fall semester of 2014)
Major: Biology, Emphasis on Pre-Biomedical Professions
*no minor required, higher credit requirement for major due to emphasis
Overall GPA: 3.4
PTCAS prereq GPA: 3.25
GRE: 153V, 156Q, 4.0AW
Observation: 139 hours total across 4 years in geriatrics/inpatient, outpatient, with an observation under a therapist serving mostly individuals with some type of handicap or paralysis
Extra-Curr.: UW-Whitewater Club Lacrosse
Work: student ticket worker for athletic and performing arts events for 3 years, general labor job during the summers, Resident Care Assistant from 1/2015-6/2015
Applying to: 15-16 schools, too lazy to type them out
*First time reapplicant

Fingers crossed. Didn't figure I would be going for education past my undergrad until 2 years through, which hurt me since I wasn't taking my GPA too seriously. Just a bad attitude in the past that I regret. Got mostly B+s in my prereqs and a C+ in Chem II was a real downer for me, as you can see. My last semester I got all A's in upper level classes though, so I'm hoping that gets factored in. Might say something about that in that small section given to explain if your transcripts reflect your work ethic and why. No other mentionable extra-curriculars. Number of hours is above not only the minimum, but also what is recommended for all the schools I'm applying to so I'm not concerned about that. Recently CPR/AED and First Aid Certified. Taking my CNA licensure test on Tuesday, will work as that until I hopefully get into a program. Submitting before Sept. 1st. Good luck to all (but also, save me a spot, haha)!


*Edit: 8/23/15 - e-submitted
*Edit: 3/5/16 - Attending Rosalind Franklin University!

 

[cvc29452]

Major: Spanish
Grad degree: MPH, Virginia Tech
Overall GPA: 2.99 undergrad, 4.0 grad school
Pre-Req GPA: 4.0 in all science classes (taken at CC) with maybe a few Bs from undergrad psych
GRE: V:161 Q:156 AW:4.5

Extra-Curric: varsity swimming, adopt-a-grandparent, sorority, athletes in action, apha student organization, graduate student body delegate, 5 weeks volunteer work in mexico at pediatric cancer center, Hokie Wellness student intern, RAM volunteer for two RAM weekends

Volunteer: 600+ outpatient as PT tech, only 20 in another inpatient setting... I'm a little worried about this, but because I work full-time now as a Tech, I had to schedule shadowing elsewhere in my time off. I thought I had something lined up and then after giving me the run around for a few weeks during my ONLY FREE TIME TO SHADOW, I gave up and frantically called somewhere else. At that point I only had free time for about 20 hours though

Applied: VCU, ODU, Radford, Lynchburg, Miami <-- really interested in prosthetics and I think they do a lot of cool prosthetics research

Acceptances:

Rejections:

Interviews:

I'm worried about my volunteering as I didn't expose myself to too many different settings, but I'm a second career student so I hope that shows that I'm committed to the profession... I also had a less than stellar undergrad simply because I didn't have my act together and didn't know what I wanted to do, so I didn't care too much about my GPA. I really focused on school in grad school and in community college taking my science classes, so all of my recent classes are As, but I'm not too sure about my chances because of a crappy undergrad... does anyone have any thoughts? Should I designate more schools? I was just hoping one of these would pan out, but I have no idea! I hope the GREs are ok - I took them one time without having much time to study, thinking I would just see how I did and retake them if I needed to. I wish the math were a little higher, but I know they at least meet the minimum scores so I decided not to retake them and spend all that money again.... anyone else applying to these schools?

 

[osupt]

Cumulative GPA: 3.56
Pre-req GPA: 3.81 (I still have a psychology elective to take)
GRE: V 155, Q 162, AW 4.5

Observation: 120 outpatient, 20 inpatient, 10 concussion/vestibular rehab

 

[osupt]

University: Hillsdale College
Major: Spanish
Grad degree: MPH, Virginia Tech
Overall GPA: 2.99 undergrad, 4.0 grad school
Pre-Req GPA: 4.0 in all science classes (taken at CC) with maybe a few Bs from undergrad psych
GRE: V:161 Q:156 AW:4.5

Extra-Curric: varsity swimming, adopt-a-grandparent, sorority, athletes in action, apha student organization, graduate student body delegate, 5 weeks volunteer work in mexico at pediatric cancer center, Hokie Wellness student intern, RAM volunteer for two RAM weekends

Volunteer: 600+ outpatient as PT tech, only 20 in another inpatient setting... I'm a little worried about this, but because I work full-time now as a Tech, I had to schedule shadowing elsewhere in my time off. I thought I had something lined up and then after giving me the run around for a few weeks during my ONLY FREE TIME TO SHADOW, I gave up and frantically called somewhere else. At that point I only had free time for about 20 hours though

Applied: VCU, ODU, Radford, Lynchburg, Miami <-- really interested in prosthetics and I think they do a lot of cool prosthetics research

Acceptances:

Rejections:

Interviews:

I'm worried about my volunteering as I didn't expose myself to too many different settings, but I'm a second career student so I hope that shows that I'm committed to the profession... I also had a less than stellar undergrad simply because I didn't have my act together and didn't know what I wanted to do, so I didn't care too much about my GPA. I really focused on school in grad school and in community college taking my science classes, so all of my recent classes are As, but I'm not too sure about my chances because of a crappy undergrad... does anyone have any thoughts? Should I designate more schools? I was just hoping one of these would pan out, but I have no idea! I hope the GREs are ok - I took them one time without having much time to study, thinking I would just see how I did and retake them if I needed to. I wish the math were a little higher, but I know they at least meet the minimum scores so I decided not to retake them and spend all that money again.... anyone else applying to these schools?

You sound like a very strong applicant with your extra-curriculars and graduate degree. I wouldn't worry about retaking the GRE, your scores are higher than most the average acceptance scores for schools I have seen. Prosthetics is something that interests me too, I am an engineering major so I think that could be a cool way to combine my interests.

 

[cvc29452]

You sound like a very strong applicant with your extra-curriculars and graduate degree. I wouldn't worry about retaking the GRE, your scores are higher than most the average acceptance scores for schools I have seen. Prosthetics is something that interests me too, I am an engineering major so I think that could be a cool way to combine my interests.

I agree! I think I would have liked engineering if I had actually had some good advising as an undergraduate. I've even been looking at being a prosthetist but the job market doesn't seem as good as it would be for PT. Miami has a PhD degree in amputee rehab/prosthetics but I think most of the research is probably done by the phd students and not dpt students. Regardless, I sent in an application and emailed the guy doing the research. It wouldn't be so bad to move to Miami for three years!

I ran into the same problem with observation hours... But as someone working full-time, returning to school, I think it's hard for admissions committees to compare us to college students with a little more free time. It looks like you have a good amount though, so that shouldn't affect it. I wish I could have gotten experience in three settings like you!

 

[laxhockey18088]

University: Ohio Wesleyan University
Major: Exercise Science
Minor: Biology/Pre-Med
Overall GPA: 3.4
Pre-Req GPA: 3.35-3.75 (depending on the school)
GRE: 148 V, 152 Q, 4.0 A (retaking)

Observation Hours:
-1600 hours as physical therapy aide in outpatient sports medicine orthopedic clinic
-2 hours in acute care neuro rehabilitation hospital
-1100 hours as physical therapy aide in outpatient geriatric/sports medicine orthopedic clinic
-1030 hours as physical therapy aide in acute rehab hospital (experience in orthopedics, surgical icu, medical icu, neonatal icu)
-Surgery observation
-Certified Personal Trainer

Extra-Curric: Varsity Men's Lacrosse (4 years), Peer Health Advocate Team, Fraternity member, Men's Club Ice Hockey, Concussion Relief, potentially published research project for physician

Volunteering: Nursing Home, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Famine Relief

Applied: Belmont University, Boston University, Ohio State University, Ohio University, Sacred Heart University, University of Florida, MGH Institute of Health Professions, University of Miami, Stony Brook, UVM, URI


What do you think about my chances????

 

[DjT3kN]

UPDATE: ACCEPTANCE!
University: University of California, Riverside and a bunch of other CC's
Major: Political Science
Overall GPA: 3.04
Last (60 units) Post-bacc GPA: 3.72
Pre-Req GPA: 3.69
GRE: 146 (V) 150 (Q) 3.5 (AW) (retaking this at the end of Oct.)

Extra-Curric: NSC First Aid Certified, Amateur Muay Thai practitioner, Wheelchair Basketball volunteer organizer, Recruitment Ambassador for my fraternity, Wounded Warrior Project athlete participant

Volunteer: 236 In-patient, 80 Outpatient

Applied: CSUF; CSUN; Pacific; Shenandoah; Univ. of Ill at Chicago; Western; Youngstown; Boston Univ; Chapman; Nova (Ft. Laud); U Florida; U South Florida; WestCoast Univ; LIU-Brooklyn; Midwestern (Glendale and Downers Grove); NAU; Thomas Jefferson; Lynchburg; UNE

Acceptances: PACIFIC UNIVERSITY (ACCEPTING), FRESNO STATE (Declined - 08/14/15)

Rejections: UIC, Boston Univ, Shenandoah, Univ. of Ill at Chicago, USF (I didn't meet their cum. GPA of 3.2), LIU- Brooklyn, Western University, University of Florida, University of South Florida, WestCoast University, Midwestern (Downers Grove), NAU, UNE

Waitlist: CSUN (low alternate), Lynchburg, Nova, CSUF/Fresno State (Upper Half of the list), Pacific University (#20), Thomas Jefferson, Youngstown, Chapman

Interviews: Midwestern - Glendale (Hold/Pending), WestCoast Univ (1/23), Fresno State (1/31), Pacific University (Waitlisted - Tier 1)

Just FYI, I was initially rejected from Fresno State a few weeks ago. I received the rejection letter and everything. However, just yesterday I got call from them rescinding their rejection and offered me a seat for their program. Unfortunately, I had to decline it since I'm situated and settled in Oregon already for Pacific's program. I just wanted to show all future applicants that it's always possible to gain an acceptance offer. So don't be discouraged by being on wait lists or if you feel that your stats aren't competitive enough. If you want to be a PT then continue to persevere and shoot for your best. It'll always work out in the end. Good Luck to all of you this upcoming PTCAS cycle.

 

[EaglesPT217]

Major: Exercise Science
Minor: Psych
Overall GPA: 3.91
Pre-Req GPA: 3.74
GRE: V:152 Q:151 AW:3.5 [applied ED for UW- La Crosse, but debating on retaking in case I don't get in)

Extra-Curric: Sorority, Poms Team, Community Dance Team, Order of Omega, Research assistant(2 different studies), Anat and Phys TA, Relay for Life, Pre-PT Club, iCan Shine Bike Instructor, YMCA Adapted Dance Instructor

Work: Rehab Tech, Rec Soccer Coach, YMCA Youth Sports Coach

Volunteer: 270+ hrs inpatient as Rehab tech (paid), 42 in SNF, 24 in acute care hospital, 86 outpatient orthopedics.

Applied: UW-La Crosse ED

Acceptances:

Rejections:

Interviews:

I am worried about my GRE score 🙁, any advice on whether or not I should retake it? It's too late for UW-L, but would I be okay if I did not retake for other programs if I am not accepted there? I really do not want to retake due to time/money constraints, but if it were the deciding factor on my acceptance to programs then I definitely will. A little afraid that I could score worse though :/ I would appreciate any thoughts or advice, thanks! Good Luck to everyone applying this cycle 🙂

 

[immadrumbum34]

I feel like with your high cGPA & pre-reqGPA you should be fine

 

[starrsgirl]

Major: Exercise Science
Minor: Psych
Overall GPA: 3.91
Pre-Req GPA: 3.74
GRE: V:152 Q:151 AW:3.5 [applied ED for UW- La Crosse, but debating on retaking in case I don't get in)

Extra-Curric: Sorority, Poms Team, Community Dance Team, Order of Omega, Research assistant(2 different studies), Anat and Phys TA, Relay for Life, Pre-PT Club, iCan Shine Bike Instructor, YMCA Adapted Dance Instructor

Work: Rehab Tech, Rec Soccer Coach, YMCA Youth Sports Coach

Volunteer: 270+ hrs inpatient as Rehab tech (paid), 42 in SNF, 24 in acute care hospital, 86 outpatient orthopedics.

Applied: UW-La Crosse ED

Acceptances:

Rejections:

Interviews:

I am worried about my GRE score 🙁, any advice on whether or not I should retake it? It's too late for UW-L, but would I be okay if I did not retake for other programs if I am not accepted there? I really do not want to retake due to time/money constraints, but if it were the deciding factor on my acceptance to programs then I definitely will. A little afraid that I could score worse though :/ I would appreciate any thoughts or advice, thanks! Good Luck to everyone applying this cycle 🙂

I think you are fine too....make sure your essay is very good. Have lots of editors go through it. If I were admissions, I would just want to make sure you are an ok writer....the verbal and math portions seem fine, writing is slightly low but not the worst. So if your essay is ok, that will help. If it were me, the only reason I would retake is if I needed to make a minimum score at another school. Do any of your second choice schools have minimum GRE scores? Check that out and make sure you are good there.

 

[EaglesPT217]

I appreciate the advice! I worked pretty hard on my essay and had numerous people review it, so I hope it shows that my writing ability is proficient. I meet the minimum for all of my second choice schools, so I should be okay there as well. Thanks again for the input! 🙂

 

[PTDREAMS2]

University: University of Wisconsin Parkside
Major: Applied Health Sciences (Pre-Health)
Minor: Psychology
Overall GPA: 3.75
Science GPA: 3.68
GRE: V: 151, Q: 152, AW: 4.0

Extra-Curric: None

Volunteer: PT Aide at Hospital (400 Hours) - 150 Inpatient (Acute Care), 250 Outpatient (Orthopaedic).

Applied: Rosalind Franklin (ED); Will apply to many more if not accepted at RF.

Acceptances: N/A

Rejections: N/A

What are my chances of getting accepted without extracurriculars? - I can no longer list extracurriculars bcz I've already submitted my app. Am I still competitive?

 

[linxoxo]

Undergrad: Stockton University
Major: Health Science with a minor in Holistic Health
Overall GPA: 3.77
Pre-Req. GPA: 3.72 (not including Psychology)
GRE: V: 145 Q: 153 (still waiting on writing score)

Extracurricular: Gymnastics Club Secretary, Holistic Health Club Vice President, Health Science Club, Pre-PT Club, CARE Program Mentor (I help students receive their degrees who have low GPA's and no financial aid), CARE Program Tutor, Habitat For Humanity, Special Olympics Volunteer, Volunteer in Bi-Annual Days of Service at my undergrad school, Dean's List for 5 consecutive semesters, Alpha Lambda Delta Honor's Society

Work: PT Aide, Auntie Anne's Pretzels Cashier, Express Sales Associate, Dairy Quick Ice Cream Server

Volunteer: 537 Hours total; 148 un-paid in sports rehab, 220 paid in sports rehab, 42 in geriatrics, 63 in an elementary school setting, 64 in neuroscience inpatient hospital

Applying: (haven't sent anything in yet) Stockton, Drexel, Temple, Widener, Florida Gulf Coast, University of Central Florida, University of Miami, University of South Florida, University of South Carolina, Marymount, Florida International, Armstrong State, Emory University, Nova Southeastern - Fort Lauderdale, Chatham, and Scranton - Thinking of East Carolina University, anyone know if they accept Organic Chemistry?

Acceptances:

Rejections:

Interviews:

I've already taken the GRE twice to improve my verbal score but 145 is as good as it's going to get. Most schools have a 146 verbal requirement so I'm hoping my 145 will be enough, given all of my extracurricular's and strong GPA. Waiting to submit my application until my transcript is processed, my references submit their letters, and all of my PT's verify my volunteer hours. Any idea if I can submit it anyway even though they haven't finished submitting everything? Not sure what to do. Also, any pieces of advice about the chances of me getting accepted to any schools based on my stats would be greatly appreciated.

Also, does anyone know if East Carolina accepts Organic Chemistry for Chem 2?

Good luck to anyone else who is applying this year 🙂

 

[osupt]

Undergrad: Stockton University
Major: Health Science with a minor in Holistic Health
Overall GPA: 3.77
Pre-Req. GPA: 3.72 (not including Psychology)
GRE: V: 145 Q: 153 (still waiting on writing score)

Extracurricular: Gymnastics Club Secretary, Holistic Health Club Vice President, Health Science Club, Pre-PT Club, CARE Program Mentor (I help students receive their degrees who have low GPA's and no financial aid), CARE Program Tutor, Habitat For Humanity, Special Olympics Volunteer, Volunteer in Bi-Annual Days of Service at my undergrad school, Dean's List for 5 consecutive semesters, Alpha Lambda Delta Honor's Society

Work: PT Aide, Auntie Anne's Pretzels Cashier, Express Sales Associate, Dairy Quick Ice Cream Server

Volunteer: 537 Hours total; 148 un-paid in sports rehab, 220 paid in sports rehab, 42 in geriatrics, 63 in an elementary school setting, 64 in neuroscience inpatient hospital

Applying: (haven't sent anything in yet) Stockton, Drexel, Temple, Widener, Florida Gulf Coast, University of Central Florida, University of Miami, University of South Florida, University of South Carolina, Marymount, Florida International, Armstrong State, Emory University, Nova Southeastern - Fort Lauderdale, Chatham, and Scranton - Thinking of East Carolina University, anyone know if they accept Organic Chemistry?

Acceptances:

Rejections:

Interviews:

I've already taken the GRE twice to improve my verbal score but 145 is as good as it's going to get. Most schools have a 146 verbal requirement so I'm hoping my 145 will be enough, given all of my extracurricular's and strong GPA. Waiting to submit my application until my transcript is processed, my references submit their letters, and all of my PT's verify my volunteer hours. Any idea if I can submit it anyway even though they haven't finished submitting everything? Not sure what to do. Also, any pieces of advice about the chances of me getting accepted to any schools based on my stats would be greatly appreciated.

Also, does anyone know if East Carolina accepts Organic Chemistry for Chem 2?

Good luck to anyone else who is applying this year 🙂

You should submit as soon as you have everything on your part ready, even if your hours haven't been verified or your references sent in.

 

[immadrumbum34]

I don't think ECU would accept organic chem as a pre-req for the general chemistry 1 & 2 requirements..you can always email or call to ask though. I called to ask if my advanced level biostat could replace a general stat requirement and they wouldn't accept it. Had to take a basic stat class..

Also, if you don't meed the minimum requirements for the GRE, it is also unlikely that they will even look at your application (computer may filter out those that don't meet expectations). But that's just my 2 cents. I'm not 100% sure on that.

 

[linxoxo]

You should submit as soon as you have everything on your part ready, even if your hours haven't been verified or your references sent in.

ok - thanks! After I submit it, can I still check on the statuses of the transcript, references, and verified hours?