Physical Therapy Doctoral Program
The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree program at Southwest Baptist University, fully accredited by CAPTE, prepares you for your career as a physical therapist through the development of the knowledge and skills needed for patient management, education, consultation and clinical research.
Through SBU's DPT program, you will become a dynamic healthcare professional serving to improve the lives of the people you touch. The program builds upon a strong liberal arts background and highlights Christian values and behavior to mold you into a well-rounded professional.
Coursework enables you to build critical and analytical thinking skills, encouraging independent thought, developing effective communication skills and promoting professional behaviors and an appreciation for the values of physical therapy in the healthcare environment.
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Doctoral Applicants
If you are finishing/have completed an undergraduate degree and are ready to take the next step toward your Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, use the link below to learn more about the admissions process, cost, and financial aid for SBU's DPT program.
MBA Dual Enrollment
Physical therapists often find that business skills are beneficial. With an Master of Business Administration, you will have the business skills you need to be successful in healthcare management positions or running a private practice. SBU has developed a course plan specifically for DPT students who want to simultaneously complete an MBA degree.
MBA DUAL ENROLLMENT INFO (PDF)
High School Students
High school senior students with 24 ACT (or equivalent SAT) scores or higher are eligible to apply on a competitive basis for early conditional acceptance into the physical therapy program. High school students (or freshmen with less than 30 credit hours completed), should contact the PT department for an application for early conditional acceptance.
Students who participate in Missouri's A+ program are eligible for automatic acceptance into the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at SBU. To earn automatic acceptance, students must earn a Bachelor of Science degree at SBU within two years after successfully completing an associate's degree under the parameters of the A+ program. The A+ student must be in contact with the physical therapy admissions coordinator and complete all specified application requirements.
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(SBU DPT graduates have a 100% employment rate within one year of graduation.)
