Is a Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree Worth It? If you’re dreaming about helping patients restore their mobility and quality of life, and you’re exploring what it would take to become a physical therapist, you may be wondering, “Is a degree in physical therapy worth it?” The answer to this question depends, of course, on your personal career goals. Some people choose to become physical therapist assistants because only a two-year associate degree is required. It’s true that pursuing a doctorate takes time and effort; however, there are countless advantages to earning a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. To that end, let’s look at some of the factors that make a Doctor in Physical Therapy (DPT) degree the best first step on an exceptional career Read more
The University of St. Augustine is looking to enroll candidates who are most likely to succeed in our educational programs.
We serve first-professional (entry-level), transitional and post-professional students in the health sciences fields of physical therapy, occupational therapy, orthopedic assistant, and health sciences education.
The university welcomes applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, and national or ethnic origin. Each applicant is evaluated based on his or her own merits. For first-professional students primary consideration is given to the student’s academic record including grades earned on the required prerequisite coursework, recent academic performance, results on the GRE, and experience in the field in which the student is interested.
