Invest in Your Future as a Doctor of Physical Therapy
麻豆社 is committed to providing a rigorous, high-impact, and flexible educational experience at an affordable price. Our full-time, seven-semester鈥疍octor of Physical Therapy (DPT)鈥痯rogram combines online coursework, in-person intensive labs, and robust clinical education experiences to prepare practice-ready physical therapists.
| Semester | Credits | Tuition ($985/credit) | Student Fees | Estimated Semester Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 19 | $18,715 | $500 | $19,215 | |
| Semester 2 | 20 | $19,700 | $500 | $20,200 | |
| Semester 3 | 16 | $15,760 | $500 | $16,260 | |
| Semester 4 | 16 | $15,760 | $500 | $16,260 | |
| Semester 5 | 12 | $11,820 | $500 | $12,320 | |
| Semester 6 | 10 | $9,850 | $500 | $10,350 | |
| Semester 7 | 9 | $8,865 | $500 | $9,365 |
- Total Tuition (102 credits):鈥�$100,470
- Total Student Fees (7 semesters):鈥�$3,500
- Enrollment Fee (one-time):鈥�$500
- Estimated Total Program Cost:鈥�$103,970
Tuition and fees are subject to annual review and potential adjustment. Costs may vary based on institutional updates.
Additional Estimated Expenses (Indirect Costs)
These represent common expenses outside of tuition and university fees. Actual costs vary by individual circumstances, location, and clinical site assignments.
| Category | Estimated Cost | Frequency / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Textbooks and course materials | $1,100 鈥� $1,250 | Per year |
| NPTE exam prep and registration | $500 鈥� $800 | One-time, near graduation |
| PTCAS application fees | $164 (first) + $71 (each additional) | Pre-admission |
| Lodging during lab immersions | 鈮� $3,600 | Per year |
| Food and personal expenses | 鈮� $1,450 | Per year |
| Travel for labs/clinicals | 鈮� $1,800 | Per year |
| Computer, software, and internet | Variable | Student responsibility |
| Loan fees (if applicable) | Variable | Based on loan program |
Student Fees Include
Student fees support professional readiness, program compliance, and academic success throughout the curriculum. Examples include:
- Background check and drug screening for clinical education
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification course
- Student membership in the鈥疉merican Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
- NPTE board exam study and prep materials
- 麻豆社 DPT polo shirt and scrubs
- Physical therapy student exam toolkit
- Access to digital platforms, learning resources, and university technology systems
Technology Requirements
Because of the hybrid design of the program, students must have consistent access to:
- A personal computer meeting DPT program specifications
- Current versions of required software
- Reliable high-speed internet connectivity
- All technology-related expenses are the student鈥檚 responsibility. Maintaining adequate hardware and connectivity is essential to academic success and progression.
Clinical Education Travel and Housing
Students participate in multiple鈥痠n-person lab immersions鈥痚ach semester and complete鈥痜ull-time clinical education experiences鈥痠n semesters 5鈥�7. Clinical placements may occur outside the 麻豆社 area or a student鈥檚 home community. Students should plan for travel, housing, and living expenses during these components.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
麻豆社 is committed to helping students manage the cost of graduate education. Available financial resources may include:
- Federal Student Loans鈥�(FAFSA required)
- Graduate PLUS Loans
- Institutional scholarships鈥痑nd鈥痚xternal awards
- Employer tuition reimbursement鈥痯rograms
For forms, deadlines, and individualized counseling, please contact 麻豆社 Student financial services to set up a virtual meeting.
Scholarships
Aside from the Charter Scholarship awarded to members of the inaugural cohort, 麻豆社 does not currently offer additional scholarships specific to the Hybrid Doctor of Physical Therapy Program.
Accreditation Status
麻豆社 is developing a Doctor of Physical Therapy program and is seeking accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; phone: 703-706-3245; email:鈥�accreditation@apta.org.
Submission of an Application for Candidacy does not assure that the program will be granted Candidate for Accreditation status.
Enrollment in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program will begin only after 麻豆社 has been granted Candidate for Accreditation status by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).