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Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree Program (DPT)

Put your passion into practice by earning your Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree at USAHS, the leading graduate school for PT since 1979.

Our unparalleled expert faculty practitioners are committed to creating and innovating our curriculum to prepare best-in-class practitioners who are clinically and technologically confident and culturally competent. Providing clinical simulations, hands-on learning, leading-edge technology, community projects and service-learning opportunities, USAHS is continuously enhancing the experiences you’ll need to lead and shape the profession’s future.

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PT Scholarships

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Program at a Glance

Campuses: San Marcos, CA | St. Augustine, FL | Miami, FL | Austin, TX | Dallas, TX

Format: Blended Courses with Online Components and In-Person Sessions + Weekday Labs

Start Dates: Sept., Jan., May

Duration: 2.7 years (8 trimesters)*

Campuses: San Marcos, CA | St. Augustine, FL | Austin, TX

Format: Online Coursework + In-Person Weekend Labs

Start Dates: Start Dates Vary by Campus

Duration: 9-12 credit hours per term over 12 trimesters*

*Time to completion may vary by student, depending on individual progress, credits transferred and other factors.

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Year legacy developing and delivering PT education

350+/35

Faculty / Specialties

10K+

PT alumni, largest network of practicing PT alumni Based on total DPT degrees conferred as reported by the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data is captured by IPEDS through interrelated surveys conducted annually by the Department of Education’s National Center for Educational Statistics (NCES).

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Pro bono clinics/ Centers for Innovative Clinical Practice provide community and service-learning opportunities

Choose from our two different learning paths for your PT degree.

Residential DPT

Flex DPT

Format

Blended with Both Online and In-person Components + Weekday On-campus Labs

Online + Select On-campus Weekend Labs

# Trimesters

Credit Hours

131

Length in Years*

2.7

Start Dates (by Campus)

All Terms - San Marcos, St. Augustine, Miami, Austin
Fall - Dallas

Spring and Fall - San Marcos and St. Augustine
Summer and Fall - Austin

Where Should I Live?

In or Near the Campus City

Almost Anywhere in the US; Requires Travel to Campus on Select Weekends

*Time to completion may vary by student, depending on individual progress, credits transferred, and other factors.

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DPT Campuses

San Marcos, CASt. Augustine, FLMiami, FLAustin, TXDallas, TX

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DPT Requirements and Program Information

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DPT Curriculum

The Residential DPT path can be completed in 8 trimesters (2.7 years), and the Flex DPT path can be completed in 12 trimesters (4 years). The DPT program includes online coursework blended with hands-on clinical education. Both Doctor of Physical Therapy programs are 131 credit hours and prepare you to take the national licensure exam necessary to practice physical therapy.

Residential DPT Curriculum

Core Courses	Credit Hours
*Trimester I*
PHT 5121C Gross Anatomy I	4
PHT 5125C Applied Anatomy I	1
HSC 5136 – Evidence Informed Practice: Research Fundamentals	2
PHT 5130C Patient Care Management I	3
PHT 5150 Pathophysiology	4
PHT 5155 Physical Therapist Practice I	3
PHT 5160C Soft Tissue Interventions I	1
Total Credit Hours	18
*Trimester II*
PHT 5220C Gross Anatomy II	4
PHT 5226C Applied Anatomy II	1
PHT 5230C Biomechanics	4
PHT 5240 Imaging	2
PHT 5245C Movement Science I	4
PHT 5250C Musculoskeletal I: Introduction to Orthopedic Physical Therapy	4
Total Credit Hours	19
*Trimester III*
PHT 5310C Clinical Neuroscience	4
PHT 5315C Neuromuscular I: Concepts and Examination	3
PHT 5345C Movement Science II	4
PHT 5350C Musculoskeletal II: Extremity	3
PHT 5360C Differential Diagnosis	2
PHT 5375 Pharmacology	2
Total Credit Hours	18
*Trimester IV*
PHT 5420C Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Physical Therapy	3
PHT 5435C Biophysical Agents	2
PHT 5440C Physical Therapy for the Integumentary and Lymphatic Systems	1
PHT 5456 – Physical Therapist Practice II	3
PHT 5430C Patient Care Management II	3
PHT 5450C Musculoskeletal III: Spine	3
PHT 5415C Neuromuscular II: Evidence in Interventions	3
Total Credit Hours	18
*Trimester V*
PHT 5570 Integrated Clinical Experience	6
PHT 5530C Patient Care Management III	3
PHT 5525C Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Assistive Technology	3
PHT 5535 Evidence-Informed Practice II	2
PHT 5550C Soft Tissue Interventions II	2
Total Credit Hours	16
*Trimester VI*
PHT 5650C Musculoskeletal IV: Clinical Reasoning	3
PHT 5615C Neuromuscular III: Advanced Examination and Intervention	3
PHT 5610C Pediatric Physical Therapy	3
PHT 5620C Geriatric Physical Therapy	3
PHT 5665 Wellness and Health Promotion	3
PHT 5670 Administration and Management in Physical Therapy	3
Total Credit Hours	18
*Trimester VII*
PHT 5780 Knowledge Translation for Clinical Practice	1
PHT 5770 Terminal Clinical Experience I	11
Total Credit Hours	12
*Trimester VIII*
PHT 5870 Terminal Clinical Experience II	11
PHT 5835 Evidence-Informed Practice III	1
Total Credit Hours	12
Total Credit Hours for DPT Degree	131

Flex DPT Curriculum

Core Courses	Credit Hours
*Trimester I*
PHT 5121C Gross Anatomy I	4
PHT 5125C Applied Anatomy I	1
HSC 5136 – Evidence Informed Practice: Research Fundamentals	2
PHT 5155 Physical Therapist Practice I	3
PHT 5160C Soft Tissue Interventions I	1
Total Credit Hours	11
*Trimester II*
PHT 5130C Patient Care Management I	3
PHT 5150 Pathophysiology	4
PHT 5220C Gross Anatomy II	4
PHT 5226C Applied Anatomy II	1
Total Credit Hours	12
*Trimester III*
PHT 5230C Biomechanics	4
PHT 5245C Movement Science I	4
PHT 5250C Musculoskeletal I: Introduction to Orthopedic Physical Therapy	4
Total Credit Hours	12
*Trimester IV*
PHT 5310C Clinical Neuroscience	4
PHT 5240 Imaging	2
PHT 5345C Movement Science II	4
PHT 5435C Biophysical Agents	2
Total Credit Hours	12
*Trimester V*
PHT 5315C Neuromuscular I: Concepts and Examination	3
PHT 5350C Musculoskeletal II: Extremity	3
PHT 5360C Differential Diagnosis	2
PHT 5440C Physical Therapy for the Integumentary and Lymphatic Systems	1
Total Credit Hours	9
*Trimester VI*
PHT 5375 Pharmacology	2
PHT 5415C Neuromuscular II: Evidence in Interventions	3
PHT 5525C Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Assistive Technology	3
PHT 5430C Patient Care Management II	3
Total Credit Hours	11
*Trimester VII*
PHT 5535 Evidence-Informed Practice II	2
PHT 5450C Musculoskeletal III: Spine	3
PHT 5456 – Physical Therapist Practice II	3
PHT 5420C Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Physical Therapy	3
Total Credit Hours	11
*Trimester VIII*
PHT 5550C Soft Tissue Interventions II	2
PHT 5570 Integrated Clinical Experience	6
PHT 5530C Patient Care Management III	3
Total Credit Hours	11
*Trimester IX*
PHT 5670 Administration and Management in Physical Therapy	3
PHT 5610C Pediatric Physical Therapy	3
PHT 5620C Geriatric Physical Therapy	3
Total Credit Hours	9
*Trimester X*
PHT 5665 Wellness and Health Promotion	3
PHT 5615C Neuromuscular III: Advanced Examination and Intervention	3
PHT 5650C Musculoskeletal IV: Clinical Reasoning	3
Total Credit Hours	9
*Trimester XI*
PHT 5770 Terminal Clinical Experience I	11
PHT 5780 Knowledge Translation for Clinical Practice	1
Total Credit Hours	12
*Trimester XII*
PHT 5835 Evidence-Informed Practice III	1
PHT 5870 Terminal Clinical Experience II	11
Total Credit Hours	12
Total Credit Hours for DPT Degree	131

DPT Scholarships

USAHS offers a series of scholarships designed to recognize outstanding academic achievement and reward personal accomplishments in community- and diversity-focused areas. These scholarships not only acknowledge past achievements but empower and motivate students to strive for continued excellence along their educational journeys.

The following scholarships are available to all applicants for the DPT or DPT Flex program who meet the eligibility criteria:

DPT Accreditation and State Approvals/Post-Graduation Licensure

The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: [email protected] website: http://www.capteonline.org accredits the Doctor of Physical Therapy and the Doctor of Physical Therapy Flex programs at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences on a campus-by-campus basis.

The DPT program accreditation status of each USAHS campus is as follows:

DPT Program Accreditation Status

Doctor of Physical Therapy – San Marcos Campus

The Doctor of Physical Therapy and Doctor of Physical Therapy Flex programs at the San Marcos, California, campus of the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: [email protected]; website: http://www.capteonline.org. The Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy, Clinical Orthopaedic Residency, and Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy Fellowship programs are not subject to accreditation by CAPTE. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call Dr. Cherie Peters-Brinkerhoff at 760-410-5314 or email [email protected].

Graduates are eligible to take the national licensing examination administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT). In addition, all states require licensure to practice. After successful completion of the national exam and receiving state licensure, the individual will be a Physical Therapist (PT). A felony conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the FSBPT examination or attain state licensure.

Doctor of Physical Therapy – St. Augustine Campus

The Doctor of Physical Therapy and Doctor of Physical Therapy Flex programs at the St. Augustine, Florida campus, of the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: [email protected]; website: http://www.capteonline.org. The Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy, Clinical Orthopaedic Residency, and Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy Fellowship programs are not subject to accreditation by CAPTE. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call Dr. Beth Ennis at 904-770-3645 or email [email protected].

Graduates are eligible to take the national licensing examination administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT). In addition, all states require licensure to practice. After successful completion of the national exam and receiving state licensure, the individual will be a Physical Therapist (PT). A felony conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the FSBPT examination or attain state licensure.

Doctor of Physical Therapy – Miami Campus

The Doctor of Physical Therapy program at the Miami, Florida, campus of the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: [email protected]; website: http://www.capteonline.org. The Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy, Clinical Orthopaedic Residency, and Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy Fellowship programs are not subject to accreditation by CAPTE. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call Dr. Beth Ennis at 904-770-3645 or email [email protected].

Graduates are eligible to take the national licensing examination administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT). In addition, all states require licensure to practice. After successful completion of the national exam and receiving state licensure, the individual will be a Physical Therapist (PT). A felony conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the FSBPT examination or attain state licensure.

Doctor of Physical Therapy – Austin Campus

The Doctor of Physical Therapy and Doctor of Physical Therapy Flex programs at the Austin, Texas, campus of the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: [email protected]; website: http://www.capteonline.org. The Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy, Clinical Orthopaedic Residency, and Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy Fellowship programs are not subject to accreditation by CAPTE. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call Dr. Manuel (Tony) A. Domenech at 737-202-3347 or email [email protected].

Graduates are eligible to take the national licensing examination administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT). In addition, all states require licensure to practice. After successful completion of the national exam and receiving state licensure, the individual will be a Physical Therapist (PT). A felony conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the FSBPT examination or attain state licensure.

Doctor of Physical Therapy – Dallas Campus

The Doctor of Physical Therapy program at the Dallas, Texas, campus of the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: [email protected]; website: http://www.capteonline.org. The Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy, Clinical Orthopaedic Residency, and Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy Fellowship programs are not subject to accreditation by CAPTE. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call or email Dr. Thomas P. Werner at 469-498-5740 or [email protected].

Graduates are eligible to take the national licensing examination administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT). In addition, all states require licensure to practice. After successful completion of the national exam and receiving state licensure, the individual will be a Physical Therapist (PT). A felony conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the FSBPT examination or attain state licensure.

Process to file a complaint with CAPTE

Additional information regarding this accreditation is available by contacting:

Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
American Physical Therapy Association
3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100
Alexandria, VA 22305-3085
telephone: 703-706-3245
email: [email protected]
website: www.capteonline.org

State Approvals

DPT

USAHS currently is accepting applications for enrollment in the Doctor of Physical Therapy for residents of the following states: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

USAHS is not accepting applications from prospective students residing in states where the institution does not have state authorization. However, prospective students are encouraged to check back in the near future as the program may be offered in additional states. Current and admitted students are also advised to monitor this page for any updates prior to relocating to another state, as this can have an impact on continued enrollment in the program and the ability to be placed for on-the-ground activities or clinical field experiences.

Post-Graduation Licensure

For states denoted with clinical field experience restrictions, USAHS does not have the necessary state authorization approvals to offer on-the-ground activities of this kind in those states at this time. However, these restrictions should not impact a graduates’ eligibility for professional licensure in his/her state, provided all other requirements are met. As such, the DPT program satisfies the educational requirements for licensure in all 50 states.

USAHS has not made a determination that its curriculum meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in the following locations: American Samoa, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, the Virgin Islands, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, and the Republic of Palau.

It remains the student’s responsibility to understand, evaluate, and comply with all requirements relating to field education experiences, licensing or certification, authorization or endorsement for the state in which she or he resides.

DPT Flex (San Marcos, St. Augustine, and Austin)

USAHS currently is accepting applications for enrollment in the Flex Doctor of Physical Therapy for residents of the following states: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Post-Graduation Licensure

For states denoted with clinical field experience and other on-the-ground activity restrictions, USAHS does not have the necessary state authorization approvals to offer on-the-ground activities of this kind in those states at this time. However, these restrictions should not impact a graduates’ eligibility for professional licensure in his/her state, provided all other requirements are met. As such, the DPT program satisfies the educational requirements for licensure in all 50 states.

CAPTE - DPT Student Outcomes & Financial Fact Sheets

Graduation Rate at 150% (Two-year Average)

Graduation rate is the percentage of students who matriculated in the first course in the professional program after the add/drop period and who completed the program. The two-year average graduation rates in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program are from 2021 to 2022, except for the Dallas, TX campus. The Dallas, TX campus graduated its first cohort in the spring of 2023, and the graduation rate below is for one graduating class. The information is reported in the CAPTE Annual Accreditation Report.

Campus	Residential DPT	Flex DPT
St. Augustine, FL	98%	97%
San Marcos, CA	100%	98%
Austin, TX	98%	100%
Miami, FL	99%	n/a *
Dallas, TX	94%**	n/a *

* Flex DPT is not offered at the Miami, FL and Dallas, TX campuses.
** Graduation rate for spring 2023 graduating class only.

National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE) First Time and Ultimate Pass Rates (Two-year Average)

Graduates from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program are eligible to register for the NPTE, the physical therapist examination. The first-time and ultimate licensure pass rates averaged over graduation years 2021 and 2022 by DPT program format, Residential and Flex, are shown below, except for the Dallas, TX campus. The Dallas, TX campus graduated its first cohort in the spring of 2023, and the NPTE exam below is for one graduating class.

	Residential DPT		Flex DPT
Campus	First Time	Ultimate	First Time	Ultimate
St. Augustine, FL	74%	95%	81%	97%
San Marcos, CA	70%	98%	63%	96%
Austin, TX	72%	96%	69%	91%
Miami, FL	63%	92%	n/a *
Dallas, TX	83%**	100%**	n/a *

* Flex DPT is not offered at the Miami, FL and Dallas, TX campuses.
** Exam result for spring 2023 graduating class only.

Employment Rate (Two-year average)

The employment rates averaged over graduation calendar years 2021 and 2022 by DPT program track, Residential and Flex, are below, except for the Dallas, TX campus. The Dallas, TX campus graduated its first cohort in the spring of 2023, and the employment below is for one graduating class as of November 2023. The employment data was collected through a survey, phone calls, emails, and web searches.

Campus	Residential DPT	Flex DPT
St. Augustine, FL	97%	98%
San Marcos, CA	94%	97%
Austin, TX	98%	96%
Miami, FL	97%	n/a *
Dallas, TX	100%**	n/a *

* Flex DPT is not offered at the Miami, FL and Dallas, TX campuses.
** Employment result for spring 2023 graduating class who provided employment data as of November 2023.

Financial Fact Sheets

Program Name: USAHS - Dallas Doctor of Physical Therapy Financial Fact Sheet 2022-2023
The data applies to students experiencing the program in academic year 2022-2023. Length of Program which includes all student instruction/interaction (including classroom, laboratory, exams, and clinical education). Include the total number of weeks where either full or partial attendance is required. Length of Program in Weeks excluding breaks: 120 Length of Program in Weeks including breaks: 138
Clinical Education
Does this program have a requirement for all students to complete at least one clinical education experience for which the students would be required to seek alternative housing or travel accommodations to attend? Yes Note: Students are responsible for costs associated with housing, travel and food during clinical education.
Additional Comments:
Student Costs Note: These are costs experienced by students in the 2022-2023 academic year. Annual costs are estimates and subject to increases. Students should contact the program for further information related to costs. Note: Annual costs are estimates and subject to increases. Students should contact the program for further information related to costs
	Year 1	Year 2	Year 3	Total
Annual Tuition Public Institution, In-state student.
Annual Tuition Public Institution, Out- of-state student.
Annual Tuition Private Institution student.	39,621	40,810	28,023	108,454
Annual Institutional Fees for a full-time student. (Includes general institutional fees, i.e., health insurance, recreation, etc.)	480	480	500	1,460
Total expected cost of other program-related expenses (Includes: required textbooks, laboratory fees, and other program costs for the entire technical program.)	1,575	1,575	1,050	4,200
Total cost of the program. (Includes tuition, fees, other program costs for the entire program.)				114,114
NOTE: Students are encouraged to explore the cost of living for areas where they may choose to live. One possible website: https://livingwage.mit.edu/
Does the institution offer financial assistance specific to DPT students?				No
Does the program/institution offer scholarships specific to DPT students?				Yes
Does the program offer graduate assistantships specific to DPT students?				No
Note: Other opportunities may exist at the institution for FINANCIAL SUPPORT-please contact the program for further information. APTA student members are encouraged to visit the APTA Financial Solutions Center at https://www.apta.org/your- career/financial-management/financial-solutions-center.
Student Debt Summary
Average student debt from the DPT Program for students who graduated in 2022: N/A
Average total student debt after completing the DPT Program. Includes all student loan debt: N/A

Program Name: USAHS - Austin Doctor of Physical Therapy Financial Fact Sheet 2022-2023
The data applies to students experiencing the program in academic year 2022-2023. Length of Program which includes all student instruction/interaction (including classroom, laboratory, exams, and clinical education). Include the total number of weeks where either full or partial attendance is required. Length of Program in Weeks excluding breaks:120 Length of Program in Weeks including breaks:138
Clinical Education
Does this program have a requirement for all students to complete at least one clinical education experience for which the students would be required to seek alternative housing or travel accommodations to attend? Yes Note: Students are responsible for costs associated with housing, travel and food during clinical education.
Additional Comments:
Student Costs Note: These are costs experienced by students in the 2022-2023 academic year. Annual costs are estimates and subject to increases. Students should contact the program for further information related to costs. Note: Annual costs are estimates and subject to increases. Students should contact the program for further information related to costs.
	Year 1	Year 2	Year 3	Total
Annual Tuition Public Institution, In-state student.
Annual Tuition Public Institution, Out- of-state student.
Annual Tuition Private Institution student.	39,621	40,810	28,023	108,454
Annual Institutional Fees for a full-time student. (Includes general institutional fees, i.e., health insurance, recreation, etc.)	480	480	500	1,460
Total expected cost of other program-related expenses (Includes: required textbooks, laboratory fees, and other program costs for the entire technical program.)	1,575	1,575	1,050	4,200
Total cost of the program (Includes tuition, fees, other program costs for the entire program.)				114,114
NOTE: Students are encouraged to explore the cost of living for areas where they may choose to live. One possible website: https://livingwage.mit.edu/
Does the institution offer financial assistance specific to DPT students?				No
Does the program/institution offer scholarships specific to DPT students?				Yes
Does the program offer graduate assistantships specific to DPT students?				No
Note: Other opportunities may exist at the institution for FINANCIAL SUPPORT-please contact the program for further information. APTA student members are encouraged to visit the APTA Financial Solutions Center at https://www.apta.org/your- career/financial-management/financial-solutions-center.
Student Debt Summary
Average student debt from the DPT Program for students who graduated in 2022: 123,780
Average total student debt after completing the DPT Program. Includes all student loan debt:142,107

Program Name: USAHS- St Augustine Doctor of Physical Therapy Financial Fact Sheet 2022-2023
The data applies to students experiencing the program in academic year 2022-2023. Length of Program which includes all student instruction/interaction (including classroom, laboratory, exams, and clinical education). Include the total number of weeks where either full or partial attendance is required. Length of Program in Weeks excluding breaks:120 Length of Program in Weeks including breaks:138
Clinical Education
Does this program have a requirement for all students to complete at least one clinical education experience for which the students would be required to seek alternative housing or travel accommodations to attend? Yes Note: Students are responsible for costs associated with housing, travel and food during clinical education.
Additional Comments:
Student Costs Note: These are costs experienced by students in the 2022-2023 academic year. Annual costs are estimates and subject to increases. Students should contact the program for further information related to costs. Note: Annual costs are estimates and subject to increases. Students should contact the program for further information related to costs
	Year 1	Year 2	Year 3	Total
Annual Tuition Public Institution, In-state student.
Annual Tuition Public Institution, Out- of-state student.
Annual Tuition Private Institution student.	39,621	40,810	28,023	108,454
Annual Institutional Fees for a full-time student. (Includes general institutional fees, i.e., health insurance, recreation, etc.)	480	480	500	1,460
Total expected cost of other program-related expenses (Includes: required textbooks, laboratory fees, and other program costs for the entire technical program.)	1,575	1,575	1,050	4,200
Total cost of the program (Includes tuition, fees, other program costs for the entire program.)				114,114
NOTE: Students are encouraged to explore the cost of living for areas where they may choose to live. One possible website: https://livingwage.mit.edu/
Does the institution offer financial assistance specific to DPT students?				No
Does the program/institution offer scholarships specific to DPT students?				Yes
Does the program offer graduate assistantships specific to DPT students?				No
Note: Other opportunities may exist at the institution for FINANCIAL SUPPORT-please contact the program for further information. APTA student members are encouraged to visit the APTA Financial Solutions Center at https://www.apta.org/your- career/financial-management/financial-solutions-center.
Student Debt Summary
Average student debt from the DPT Program for students who graduated in 2022: 125,302
Average total student debt after completing the DPT Program. Includes all student loan debt:142,900

Program Name: USAHS - Miami Doctor of Physical Therapy Financial Fact Sheet 2022-2023
The data applies to students experiencing the program in academic year 2022-2023. Length of Program which includes all student instruction/interaction (including classroom, laboratory, exams, and clinical education). Include the total number of weeks where either full or partial attendance is required. Length of Program in Weeks excluding breaks:120 Length of Program in Weeks including breaks:138
Clinical Education
Does this program have a requirement for all students to complete at least one clinical education experience for which the students would be required to seek alternative housing or travel accommodations to attend? Yes Note: Students are responsible for costs associated with housing, travel and food during clinical education.
Additional Comments:
Student Costs Note: These are costs experienced by students in the 2022-2023 academic year. Annual costs are estimates and subject to increases. Students should contact the program for further information related to costs. Note: Annual costs are estimates and subject to increases. Students should contact the program for further information related to costs
	Year 1	Year 2	Year 3	Total
Annual Tuition Public Institution, In-state student.
Annual Tuition Public Institution, Out- of-state student.
Annual Tuition Private Institution student.	39,621	40,810	22,314	102,745
Annual Institutional Fees for a full-time student. (Includes general institutional fees, i.e., health insurance, recreation, etc.)	480	480	500	1,460
Total expected cost of other program-related expenses (Includes: required textbooks, laboratory fees, and other program costs for the entire technical program.)	1,575	1,575	1,050	4,200
Total cost of the program (Includes tuition, fees, other program costs for the entire program.)				108,405
NOTE: Students are encouraged to explore the cost of living for areas where they may choose to live. One possible website: https://livingwage.mit.edu/
Does the institution offer financial assistance specific to DPT students?				No
Does the program/institution offer scholarships specific to DPT students?				Yes
Does the program offer graduate assistantships specific to DPT students?				No
Note: Other opportunities may exist at the institution for FINANCIAL SUPPORT-please contact the program for further information. APTA student members are encouraged to visit the APTA Financial Solutions Center at https://www.apta.org/your- career/financial-management/financial-solutions-center.
Student Debt Summary
Average student debt from the DPT Program for students who graduated in 2022: 152,216
Average total student debt after completing the DPT Program. Includes all student loan debt: 168,603

Program Name: USAHS - San Marcos Residential Doctor of Physical Therapy Financial Fact Sheet 2022-2023
The data applies to students experiencing the program in academic year 2022-2023. Length of Program which includes all student instruction/interaction (including classroom, laboratory, exams, and clinical education). Include the total number of weeks where either full or partial attendance is required. Length of Program in Weeks excluding breaks:120 Length of Program in Weeks including breaks:138
Clinical Education
Does this program have a requirement for all students to complete at least one clinical education experience for which the students would be required to seek alternative housing or travel accommodations to attend? Yes Note: Students are responsible for costs associated with housing, travel and food during clinical education.
Additional Comments:
Student Costs Note: These are costs experienced by students in the 2022-2023 academic year. Annual costs are estimates and subject to increases. Students should contact the program for further information related to costs. Note: Annual costs are estimates and subject to increases. Students should contact the program for further information related to costs
	Year 1	Year 2	Year 3	Total
Annual Tuition Public Institution, In-state student.
Annual Tuition Public Institution, Out- of-state student.
Annual Tuition Private Institution student.	44,312	46,528	32,104	122,944
Annual Institutional Fees for a full-time student. (Includes general institutional fees, i.e., health insurance, recreation, etc.)	480	480	500	1,460
Total expected cost of other program-related expenses (Includes: required textbooks, laboratory fees, and other program costs for the entire technical program.)	1,575	1,575	1,050	4,200
Total cost of the program (Includes tuition, fees, other program costs for the entire program.)				128,604
NOTE: Students are encouraged to explore the cost of living for areas where they may choose to live. One possible website: https://livingwage.mit.edu/
Does the institution offer financial assistance specific to DPT students?				No
Does the program/institution offer scholarships specific to DPT students?				Yes
Does the program offer graduate assistantships specific to DPT students?				No
Note: Other opportunities may exist at the institution for FINANCIAL SUPPORT-please contact the program for further information. APTA student members are encouraged to visit the APTA Financial Solutions Center at https://www.apta.org/your- career/financial-management/financial-solutions-center.
Student Debt Summary
Average student debt from the DPT Program for students who graduated in 2022: 138,849
Average total student debt after completing the DPT Program. Includes all student loan debt: 152,470

Program Name: USAHS Austin Flex Doctor of Physical Therapy Financial Fact Sheet 2022-2023
The data applies to students experiencing the program in academic year 2022-2023. Length of Program which includes all student instruction/interaction (including classroom, laboratory, exams, and clinical education). Include the total number of weeks where either full or partial attendance is required. Length of Program in Weeks excluding breaks:180 Length of Program in Weeks including breaks:208
Clinical Education
Does this program have a requirement for all students to complete at least one clinical education experience for which the students would be required to seek alternative housing or travel accommodations to attend? Yes Note: Students are responsible for costs associated with housing, travel and food during clinical education.
Additional Comments:
Student Costs Note: These are costs experienced by students in the 2022-2023 academic year. Annual costs are estimates and subject to increases. Students should contact the program for further information related to costs. Note: Annual costs are estimates and subject to increases. Students should contact the program for further information related to costs
	Year 1	Year 2	Year 3	Year 4	Total
Annual Tuition Public Institution, In-state student.
Annual Tuition Public Institution, Out- of-state student.
Annual Tuition Private Institution student.	25,167	25,167	25,922	26,700	102,956
Annual Institutional Fees for a full-time student. (Includes general institutional fees, i.e., health insurance, recreation, etc.)	159	300	300	600	1,500
Total expected cost of other program-related expenses (Includes: required textbooks, laboratory fees, and other program costs for the entire technical program.)	1,050	1,050	1,050	1,050	4,200
Total cost of the program (Includes tuition, fees, other program costs for the entire program.)					108,656
NOTE: Students are encouraged to explore the cost of living for areas where they may choose to live. One possible website: https://livingwage.mit.edu/
Does the institution offer financial assistance specific to DPT students?					No
Does the program/institution offer scholarships specific to DPT students?					Yes
Does the program offer graduate assistantships specific to DPT students?					No
Note: Other opportunities may exist at the institution for FINANCIAL SUPPORT-please contact the program for further information. APTA student members are encouraged to visit the APTA Financial Solutions Center at https://www.apta.org/your- career/financial-management/financial-solutions-center.
Student Debt Summary
Average student debt from the DPT Program for students who graduated in 2022: 110,802
Average total student debt after completing the DPT Program. Includes all student loan debt: 125,653

Program Name: USAHS St Augustine Flex Doctor of Physical Therapy Financial Fact Sheet 2022-2023
The data applies to students experiencing the program in academic year 2022-2023. Length of Program which includes all student instruction/interaction (including classroom, laboratory, exams, and clinical education). Include the total number of weeks where either full or partial attendance is required. Length of Program in Weeks excluding breaks:180 Length of Program in Weeks including breaks:208
Clinical Education
Does this program have a requirement for all students to complete at least one clinical education experience for which the students would be required to seek alternative housing or travel accommodations to attend? Yes Note: Students are responsible for costs associated with housing, travel and food during clinical education.
Additional Comments:
Student Costs Note: These are costs experienced by students in the 2022-2023 academic year. Annual costs are estimates and subject to increases. Students should contact the program for further information related to costs. Note: Annual costs are estimates and subject to increases. Students should contact the program for further information related to costs
	Year 1	Year 2	Year 3	Year 4	Total
Annual Tuition Public Institution, In-state student.
Annual Tuition Public Institution, Out- of-state student.
Annual Tuition Private Institution student.	23,326	23,326	24,026	24,747	95,425
Annual Institutional Fees for a full-time student. (Includes general institutional fees, i.e., health insurance, recreation, etc.)	255	300	300	600	1,500
Total expected cost of other program-related expenses (Includes: required textbooks, laboratory fees, and other program costs for the entire technical program.)	1,050	1,050	1,050	1,050	4,200
Total cost of the program (Includes tuition, fees, other program costs for the entire program.)					101,125
NOTE: Students are encouraged to explore the cost of living for areas where they may choose to live. One possible website: https://livingwage.mit.edu/
Does the institution offer financial assistance specific to DPT students?					No
Does the program/institution offer scholarships specific to DPT students?					Yes
Does the program offer graduate assistantships specific to DPT students?					No
Note: Other opportunities may exist at the institution for FINANCIAL SUPPORT-please contact the program for further information. APTA student members are encouraged to visit the APTA Financial Solutions Center at https://www.apta.org/your- career/financial-management/financial-solutions-center.
Student Debt Summary
Average student debt from the DPT Program for students who graduated in 2022: 118,624
Average total student debt after completing the DPT Program. Includes all student loan debt: 139,839

Program Name: USAHS San Marcos Flex Doctor of Physical Therapy Financial Fact Sheet 2022-2023
The data applies to students experiencing the program in academic year 2022-2023. Length of Program which includes all student instruction/interaction (including classroom, laboratory, exams, and clinical education). Include the total number of weeks where either full or partial attendance is required. Length of Program in Weeks excluding breaks:180 Length of Program in Weeks including breaks:208
Clinical Education
Does this program have a requirement for all students to complete at least one clinical education experience for which the students would be required to seek alternative housing or travel accommodations to attend? Yes Note: Students are responsible for costs associated with housing, travel and food during clinical education.
Additional Comments:
Student Costs Note: These are costs experienced by students in the 2022-2023 academic year. Annual costs are estimates and subject to increases. Students should contact the program for further information related to costs. Note: Annual costs are estimates and subject to increases. Students should contact the program for further information related to costs
	Year 1	Year 2	Year 3	Year 4	Total
Annual Tuition Public Institution, In-state student.
Annual Tuition Public Institution, Out- of-state student.
Annual Tuition Private Institution student.	27,473	27,473	28,847	29,857	113,650
Annual Institutional Fees for a full-time student. (Includes general institutional fees, i.e., health insurance, recreation, etc.)	255	300	300	600	1,500
Total expected cost of other program-related expenses (Includes: required textbooks, laboratory fees, and other program costs for the entire technical program.)	1,050	1,050	1,050	1,050	4,200
Total cost of the program (Includes tuition, fees, other program costs for the entire program.)					119,350
NOTE: Students are encouraged to explore the cost of living for areas where they may choose to live. One possible website: https://livingwage.mit.edu/
Does the institution offer financial assistance specific to DPT students?					No
Does the program/institution offer scholarships specific to DPT students?					Yes
Does the program offer graduate assistantships specific to DPT students?					No
Note: Other opportunities may exist at the institution for FINANCIAL SUPPORT-please contact the program for further information. APTA student members are encouraged to visit the APTA Financial Solutions Center at https://www.apta.org/your- career/financial-management/financial-solutions-center.
Student Debt Summary
Average student debt from the DPT Program for students who graduated in 2022: 145,680
Average total student debt after completing the DPT Program. Includes all student loan debt: 161,064

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