Pre reqs for physical therapy school

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In general what are pre reqs for physical therapy school? Admission test required? Score on test needed for solid chance of acceptance? What does it consist of mainly the test?

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[Skyris]

In general what are pre reqs for physical therapy school?

2 semesters anatomy/physiology
2 semesters chemistry
2 semesters physics
1 or 2 semesters biology
1 semester psychology
1 semester statistics

Those are the most common pre-reqs. It varies between schools.

Admission test required? Score on test needed for solid chance of acceptance? What does it consist of mainly the test?

The vast majority of PT programs require the GRE (a few don't). 150V 150Q 3.5AW is generally a qualifying score but more competitive programs require a higher score. The test has a math section, a language section, and a writing section.

This FAQ has all the information you're looking for in a lot more depth and specificity.