Key Information
Duration
Start dates & application deadlines
Language
English
- Duolingo English Test: 105
- TOEFL iBT: 79
- PTE Academic: 58
- IELTS: 6.5
Credits
106 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Pittsburgh, United States
Disciplines
Overview
The Program educates autonomous practitioners who will meet the challenges of a dynamic health care environment and supports scholarly activity that bridges science and clinical practice.
The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at Chatham University is a clinical doctorate degree designed to prepare its graduates for practice in physical therapy at the successful completion of seven terms of study. The DPT program stresses clinical decision-making through the study of patient problems typically encountered in the clinical setting.
The problem-based learning curriculum presents physical therapy in an integrated manner organized around body systems. The curriculum stresses the importance of evidence-based practice and professionalism throughout the student's learning experience.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Human Gross Anatomy
- Human Physiology
- Principles of Neuroscience
- Clinical Skills
- Movement Science
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 105
- TOEFL iBT: 79
- PTE Academic: 58
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- A completed baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution prior to the beginning of classes.
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended sent directly to PTCAS.
- Overall combined GPA of 3.0 or better on a scale of 4.0 as calculated by PTCAS.
Tuition Fees
- International: 40,674 AUD / year (≈ 28,832 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 40,674 AUD / year (≈ 28,832 USD / year)
- Domestic / In-State: 40,674 AUD / year (≈ 28,832 USD / year)
Living costs
Pittsburgh, United States: 1,620-2,742 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
