Admissions

Physical Therapy students work together in the Health Professions Computing Lab.

Thanks for taking a closer look at the strengths and resources of UT Southwestern’s Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. We’re dedicated to helping students prepare for a successful career in one of health care’s most rewarding fields—and we invite you to apply.

Beginning the Application Process

The first step in applying is to complete the online application. We also must receive:

  • A $50 application fee (paid online).
  • Three recommendations from physical therapists you’ve worked with, professors, employers, community leaders, and other people who know you and your abilities (see online application).
  • Original transcripts from all of the colleges you’ve attended.
  • Your GRE scores within five years of taking the exam. Our GRE school code is 6686.
  • TOEFL scores if you’re an international student. Read additional requirements for international students.
Physical Therapy students participate in Convergence activities along with Graduate and Medical students.

Important Dates

The Physical Therapy application cycle runs July 1 - December 1. You may check online or call the Department of Physical Therapy at 214-648-1551 to find out the status of your application. Once your application is complete, our Admissions Committee will review your file. Documents that arrive after the deadline or not postmarked by the deadline will not be considered.

Interviews

We hold interviews in October, November, and January for candidates we’d like to get to know better. Interview days are full of activities, so plan to be with us for at least half a day. We begin with an introduction of our faculty and a short presentation about the program. During your visit, you’ll participate in a group interview with three or four other applicants, meet with current students and take a campus tour. You don’t need to prepare anything in advance, but if possible, bring an updated transcript in case there are questions about any of your classes.

Decisions

After the interviews, our Admissions Committee makes a final review and notifies members and alternates for the incoming class.

As You Apply

Each year, we receive more than 400 completed applications for 40 class positions. As you prepare your application, your goal is to show that you’re ready to handle the demands of the curriculum. In addition to academics, the Admissions Committee evaluates each applicant as a whole. The quality and quantity of academic preparation, letters of recommendation, exposure to physical therapy, and community service activities reflected in your application materials and statements are all part of the evaluation process.

Equal Opportunity

We welcome applications regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, veteran status, or disability. Our commitment to equal opportunity includes nondiscrimination on the basis of sexual orientation.