• Department-calculated minimum Science and Core GPA of 3.4 
  • Detailed prerequisites
• GRE no longer required  
• Qualified applicants attend an in-person or virtual interviews.
• Three recommendation letters from a physical therapist, professor, or from an employer/supervisor, clergy, a second physical therapist or health care professional.
• Observation Hours:  Minimum 50 hours supervised by a licensed PT in 3 different settings; minimum 10 hours in an in-patient acute care or hospital setting. 
• International Applicants see details below

Early Assurance is a guaranteed DPT admissions option is available for Andrews University freshmen who meet the following criteria:

• Declare pre-PT as the major upon enrollment freshman fall semester
• High school GPA minimum 3.5
• Maintain a minimum 3.5 GPA throughout every semester (freshman through acceptance into DPT program)
• Maintain a wholesome lifestyle per the Andrews University Student Handbook
• Exhibit developing professional behavior
• Satisfactory interview
• Application through PTCAS

Students who lose Early Assurance may still apply through PTCAS for the DPT program and will be placed into the applicant pool.

Application Deadlines

• Apply through the Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service (PTCAS) between June 15 and March 15.
  • Priority deadline: November 15. Final deadline: March 15. 
• Applicants with a 3.4 or higher Science and Core GPA (department calculated) will be prioritized first.

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Tuition & Fees

• Total program cost:  $118,767
• GPA Scholarships: up to 50% off
• Costs and scholarship details  

CAPTE Student Financial Fact Sheet