BS-to-Doctor of Physical Therapy

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A Direct Path to a Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree

Interested in a career helping individuals restore movement, improve function, and enhance quality of life? If you answered “yes,” then you sound like a great fit for a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.

Wilson College has developed a clear path from a Bachelor of Science degree to its Doctor of Physical Therapy degree program. Wilson students who complete a bachelor’s degree in either Exercise Science or Psychology (with a Life and Health Sciences concentration) and complete the required prerequisite courses, will be directly admitted to the graduate Doctor of Physical Therapy program. On this track, you can rest easily starting day one as a Phoenix. Your spot in our graduate healthcare program for Physical Therapy is reserved. 

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How Does the BS-to-Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Work?

1. Apply to Wilson College using Wilson’s application or the Common App. Be sure to select the undergraduate degree you plan to pursue (either Exercise Science or Psychology (Life and Health Sciences concentration) and indicate your interest in the BS-to-Doctor of Physical Therapy program.
2. Once accepted, you will meet with a specialized academic advisor who will help you map your undergraduate classes to earn your bachelor’s degree. We will make sure you satisfy your prerequisite course requirements along the way.
3. During your junior year at Wilson, you’ll be paired with a faculty mentor from the Doctor of Physical Therapy program. This connection will provide you with insider perspectives on your future profession and individualized support as you prepare for the next stage of your academic journey.
4. During your senior year at Wilson, apply to the DPT program at Wilson College. Your spot will be guaranteed, provided you successfully meet all admissions criteria. The result is a seamless transition from undergraduate student to graduate scholar, allowing you to move forward with certainty, confidence, and purpose.

Direct-Admit Admissions Requirements

• Complete and graduate from Wilson College with an undergraduate degree in Exercise Science or Psychology (Life and Health Sciences concentration). 
• Complete the required prerequisite coursework.
• Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 with a 3.3 GPA in prerequisite coursework.

Prerequisite Courses

• BIO 101 and 101L: General Biology I
• CHM 101 and 101L: General Chemistry I
• HSC 215: Anatomy & Physiology I
• HSC 216: Anatomy & Physiology II
• PHY 101 and 101L: Physics I
• PHY 102 and 102L: Physics II
• PSY 110: Introduction to Psychology
• One additional Psychology course (excluding PSY 115)
• PSY 115 or MAT 115: Statistics
• 50 hours of guided observation

Qualifying Undergraduate Majors

• Exercise Science
• Psychology (Life and Health Sciences concentration)

Frequently Asked Questions FAQs

Q - What is Wilson College’s BS-to-Doctor of Physical Therapy degree program?
A - This program is designed for motivated students who want to pursue an advanced graduate degree in Physical Therapy after earning a bachelor’s degree. Wilson College students who complete an undergraduate degree in Exercise Science or Psychology (Life and Health Sciences concentration) and all required prerequisite courses and admissions requirements are automatically admitted to the College’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program.

Q. Why choose Wilson College’s BS-to-Doctor of Physical Therapy program?
A. Wilson College offers personalized support, small class sizes, and a student-centered learning environment that helps students prepare for graduate-level study in Physical Therapy. This program offers students a clear path for completing a bachelor’s degree and their graduate study prerequisite courses. It also provides direct admittance to the Doctor of Physical Therapy degree program.

Q. Can I complete prerequisite courses for the DPT program before applying to graduate school?
A. Yes. Wilson College students often complete their required graduate degree prerequisite courses while completing their undergraduate degree requirements, well before applying to graduate school.

Q. What is Wilson College’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program?
A. Wilson’s Doctor of Physical Therapy degree is an innovative 2-year hybrid, accelerated program that blends flexible online coursework with immersive, hands-on lab experiences and close collaboration with expert faculty. Learn more about Wilson College’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program here.