Doctor of Physical Therapy

Northwestern University's Doctor of Physical Therapy Program is set in a premier academic medical environment where we prioritize the discovery and integration of new knowledge with education and clinical practice. We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We educate and train the next generation of physical therapists and scientists who will advance clinical professional practice and movement sciences to promote wellness and optimal health outcomes for the patient, the community, and society.

Applicants must successfully complete a bachelor's degree at a regionally accredited college or university by the time of entry in the DPT program (September 2020) and hold a minimum, cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

There is no minimum score requirement for the GRE to be eligible for admission.

All applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language by scoring 100 (Internet-based)/600 (paper-based) or higher on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).