A clinically focused doctoral program preparing students for professional practice as physical therapists. Best suited to applicants seeking a clinically oriented doctorate with small cohorts, strong faculty engagement, and substantial on-site clinical training in the final year.
The curriculum comprises two years of robust on-campus coursework followed by a year of clinical education at external sites. The program emphasizes clinical instruction, anatomy and hands-on laboratory work supported by newly expanded clinical and anatomy labs and recent faculty additions.
Applicants can join the DPT through an accelerated 3+3 pathway from Utica’s undergraduate offerings or apply as post-baccalaureate graduate students with a bachelor’s degree. The 3+3 option guarantees admission to the graduate DPT program provided candidates meet the specified academic criteria.
Graduation from an accredited DPT program is a requirement to begin practice as a physical therapist. Employers who hire from Utica praise graduates for their clinical skill and compassion and have expressed eagerness to expand hiring of program alumni.
The program notes that the accelerated 3+3 pathway can deliver significant tuition savings for eligible students. Prospective applicants should consult Utica University’s financial aid office and department for current scholarship, assistantship, and tuition information.
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