Lynchburg College

What you'll study

The source text does not list specific DPT curriculum modules. The pathway focuses on preparing students to meet the DPT program's technical standards and admissions prerequisites, and on completing the prerequisite coursework and observation experiences required for DPT matriculation.

Entry requirements

• Number of pathway seats available: 10
• High school: minimum GPA 3.5
• Undergraduate progression: enroll and remain full-time at the University of Lynchburg, complete the bachelor’s degree within four years, and meet annually with the pre-health advising coordinator.
• GPA benchmarks: maintain minimum semester undergraduate GPA of 3.0; cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 3.3 by end of junior year and thereafter; science and math prerequisite GPA of at least 3.3 by end of junior year and thereafter.
• DPT pathway requirements: complete an interview with a DPT faculty member in sophomore year (scheduled by the DPT admissions coordinator after signing the annual intent to return form).
• Application timeline and materials: notify the DPT admissions coordinator of intent to apply by Oct. 15 of the application year; apply via PTCAS by Nov. 15; submit GRE scores to PTCAS; provide two letters of recommendation—one from a licensed physical therapist under whom you completed observations and one from a professor or academic professional; complete a minimum of 80 verified observation hours with a licensed physical therapist.
• Other requirements: affirm ability to meet the program's Technical Standards and Essential Functions; have no more than three outstanding prerequisite courses at time of application (in-progress courses do not count as outstanding).

Career prospects

The document does not enumerate specific career outcomes. Completion of the DPT program typically leads to eligibility for clinical practice as a licensed physical therapist; this pathway is designed to secure a place in the DPT cohort for qualifying Lynchburg students.

Scholarships & funding angle

No scholarship or funding details are provided in the source text. Prospective students should consult the university's financial aid office for available scholarships, grants, and loan options relevant to undergraduate and professional graduate study.