Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Degree Program

One DPT Program, Two Formats.

Are you passionate about helping people of all ages recover from injuries, manage pain, and restore their quality of life? Earn your Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree at a school that has pioneered PT education since 1979. At USAHS, we’re on a mission to develop outstanding physical therapy practitioners to enter this growing field and positively impact patient lives.

In the Residential DPT, you will participate in blended didactic courses and face-to-face labs on weekdays. Or, if you work, have family obligations, or live a distance from campus, you can earn your physical therapy degree on a different timetable through the Flex DPT.

DPT Student Outcomes “2020 Annual Factbook,” USAHS’ Office of Assessment and Institutional Research, April 2020. Data is for students enrolled during the 2016-2018 academic years.

The largest graduate PT school in the U.S. with over 6,500 graduates since 1994

Residential outcomes

99% retention rate
97% licensure pass rate
95% career placement within one year of graduation

Flex outcomes

96% retention rate
92% licensure pass rate
97% career placement within one year of graduation

Residential DPT

Blended didactic courses +
in-person labs on weekdays
131 credit hours over 8 trimesters
2.7 years
Sept., Jan. & May start dates
Three trimesters of clinical experiences

Flex DPT

Online coursework +
in-person labs on weekends
131 credit hours over 12 trimesters
4 years
Start dates vary by campus
Three trimesters of clinical experiences

How Our DPT Program Stands Apart

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We put students first.

USAHS' Doctor of Physical Therapy degree program is rooted in our student-FIRST philosophy: Everything we do is focused on student success. We strive to offer the best academic experience and career preparation through our learning model, support services, and special events.

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We’re blended.

Our blended learning model gives you the best of both worlds: the convenience of blended didactic courses, plus the engagement of hands-on practice. You'll watch lectures online in advance. Then when you come to campus, you’ll be ready to participate in meaningful hands-on class activities with faculty and other students.

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We’re hands-on.

From your very first week of classes, you’ll get experience working in our state-of-the-art simulation labs, featuring real medical equipment and leading EdTech tools. You’ll engage in realistic scenarios with your classmates to help mock patients with injuries and mobility issues. The DPT degree program also includes three trimesters of clinical experiences, where you will get real-world practice working in a clinical setting.

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We’re high-tech.

Our EdTech tools include 3D printers for creating adaptive equipment, BTE Primus machines for measuring client movement, driving simulators for improving client driving skills, Anatomage Tables for virtual dissection, Double robots for remote patient consultation, and more. You’ll practice using this state-of-the-art technology so you’ll be ready to provide the best patient care.

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We’re a tight-knit community.

We respect our students as the future colleagues and practitioners they will become. We focus not only on theory and technical know-how, but also on helping students develop critical thinking skills, cultural responsiveness, and ethical standards—along with compassion, empathy, and grit.

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DPT Requirements and Program Information

How to Apply

DPT Curriculum

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*
HSC 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*
HSC 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

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DPT Admission Requirements

Doctor of Physical Therapy Admission Requirements

Candidates must meet the following admission requirements in order to be considered for the Doctor of Physical Therapy program, whether the Residential or Flex DPT format.

Bachelor’s Degree: Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. You can apply while you are still enrolled in an undergraduate degree program or while you are completing prerequisite coursework. You should submit a plan of study with your application that indicates all remaining courses that will be completed before program enrollment.

GRE: An official GRE score report sent directly to the University from ETS is required. The test must have been taken within the past five (5) years. A combined minimum GRE score of 294 for the verbal and quantitative sections is recommended. The analytical writing score is also evaluated. Candidates who have previously earned a master’s degree are exempt from the GRE requirement.

When applying for our DPT programs, use PTCAS. The University’s GRE institutional code number is 2209.

Resume: Include a current resume or curriculum vitae with your application.

Statement of Purpose: Include a short statement of why you wish to pursue physical therapy as a career and what attracts you to the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences.

Prerequisites: Admissions recommends that all prerequisite course work be no more than 5 years old. This is a recommendation and is preferred, it is not a requirement to apply. Click the box below to see which physical therapy school requirements you may still need to earn.

Prerequisite Check

You can find our DPT prerequisite form here.

All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” (2.0) or better.

Required Prerequisite Courses
	Semester Hours	Quarter Hours
General or Upper Level Chemistry with Lab	8	12
General or Upper Level Physics with Lab Biomechanics or Anatomical Kinesiology can be substituted for one course	8	12
General or Upper Level Biology Must be Human Based Biology; knowledge of human body, structure and function. Exercise Physiology can be substituted for one course.	6	9
General or Upper Level Human Anatomy & Physiology with Lab Knowledge of human body, structure and function	8	12
Social Sciences Any combination of Psychology, Sociology, Sociocultural/Socioeconomic, Anthropology, Human Behavior and Development, Public Health, Humanities (must show human relationships), Ethnicity, Gender Studies, Statistics or Nutrition courses can be used toward this requirement.	6	9
Human Growth and Development over Lifespan* Human or lifespan development course that includes motor and psychosocial development from birth through end of life. *May be substituted with Abnormal Psychology or other acceptable Psychology course for Fall 2022 applicants.	3	4.5
Medical Terminology Medical terminology is language used to precisely describe the human body including its components, processes, conditions affecting it, and procedures performed upon it. Medical terminology is used in the field of medicine. Applicants may complete the requirement through CEU credit with certificate of completion or transcript, standard credit bearing course with transcript or course completed through USAHS (online & free of charge) and provide evidence of completion.	N/A	N/A

Requirements Starting Spring 2023

Required Prerequisite Courses
	Semester Hours	Quarter Hours
General or Upper Level Chemistry with Lab	8	12
General or Upper Level Physics with Lab Biomechanics or Anatomical Kinesiology can be substituted for one course	8	12
General or Upper Level Biology Must be Human Based Biology; knowledge of human body, structure and function. Exercise Physiology can be substituted for one course.	6	9
General or Upper Level Human Anatomy & Physiology with Lab Knowledge of human body, structure and function	8	12
Social Sciences Any combination of Psychology, Sociology, Sociocultural/Socioeconomic, Anthropology, Human Behavior and Development, Public Health, Humanities (must show human relationships), Ethnicity, Gender Studies, Statistics or Nutrition courses can be used toward this requirement.	9	13.5
Medical Terminology Medical terminology is language used to precisely describe the human body including its components, processes, conditions affecting it, and procedures performed upon it. Medical terminology is used in the field of medicine. Applicants may complete the requirement through CEU credit with certificate of completion or transcript, standard credit bearing course with transcript or course completed through USAHS (online & free of charge) and provide evidence of completion.	N/A	N/A

Misrepresentation of Academic Credentials

Misrepresentation of academic credentials includes presenting information known as false and with the intent of obtaining employment or admission to an educational program at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. Statements made and documents supplied by University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences applicants and students must be complete and accurate. The university will not tolerate any misrepresentation by a student or applicant of past or current academic programs, degrees, or professional accomplishments. If unexplained discrepancies appear between statements or documents provided to USAHS and information obtained otherwise, except in the case of misspellings and other such inadvertent errors, applicants may be rejected for admission and enrolled students may be dismissed.

Additional Requirements

A minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 calculated on program prerequisites and a required grade of C or better earned in each prerequisite course is preferred; however, the grade trend of the applicant will be considered.
A total of two (2) references from the following: Two licensed physical therapists (preferred) or one physical therapist and one faculty member or academic advisor.
A minimum of 80 volunteer, observation, or work hours in a physical therapy setting is required. Applicants may apply with 40 hours completed. Please note that proof of 80 hours must be done by your intended start date.
A comprehensive background check requiring fingerprints and drug screen will be administered after acceptance into the program and at the applicant’s expense

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DPT Tuition & Fees

Tuition

The Residential DPT program can be completed in 8 trimesters or about 2.7 years and our Flex DPT program can be completed in 12 trimesters or about 4 years. Total program tuition and cost of attendance for the 2022-2023 academic year are as follows.

Choose your program and the campus you are interested in attending to see the tuition and fee estimates. All tuition and fee numbers are subject to change.

Residential DPT

Austin, TX Campus

Tuition is approximately $14,011.38 per trimester for Full-Time DPT students who attend our Austin, TX campus.

Total Program Direct Expenses	$118,291.00
	Tuition and Fees
School Expenses
Tuition - 131 credit hour program	$112,091.00
Program Fees	$2,000.00
Books & Associated School Expenses	$4,200.00

Dallas, TX Campus

Tuition is approximately $14,011 per trimester for Full-Time DPT students who attend our Dallas, TX campus.

Total Program Direct Expenses	$118,291.00
	Tuition and Fees
School Expenses
Tuition - 131 credit hour program	$112,091.00
Program Fees	$2,000.00
Books & Associated School Expenses	$4,200.00

Miami, FL Campus

Tuition is approximately $14,011 per trimester for Full-Time DPT students who attend our Miami, FL campus.

Total Program Direct Expenses	$118,291.00
	Tuition and Fees
School Expenses
Tuition - 131 credit hour program	$112,091.00
Program Fees	$2,000.00
Books & Associated Expenses	$4,200.00

San Marcos, CA Campus

Tuition is approximately $16,052 per trimester for Full-Time DPT students who attend our San Marcos, CA campus.

Total Estimated Expenses	$134,618.00
	Tuition and Fees
School Expenses
Tuition	$128,418.00
Program Fees	$2,000.00
Books & Associated School Expenses	$4,200.00

Students whose address on record is in California when tuition is first charged and/or who attend the California campus will be responsible for paying a one-time fee, pursuant to California Code of Regulations §76120.

St. Augustine, FL Campus

Tuition is approximately $14,011 per trimester for Full-Time DPT students who attend our St. Augustine, FL campus

Total Program Direct Expenses	$118,291.00
	Tuition and Fees
School Expenses
Tuition	$112,091.00
Program Fees	$2,000.00
Books & Associated School Expenses	$4,200.00

Students whose address on record is in California when tuition is first charged and/or who attend the California campus will be responsible for paying a one-time Student Tuition Recovery Fund non-refundable fee, pursuant to California Code of Regulations §76120.

Flex DPT

Austin, TX

Tuition is approximately $8,900 per trimester for Flex DPT students who attend our Austin, TX campus.

Total Program Direct Expenses	$113,400.00
	Tuition and Fees
School Expenses
Tuition - 131 credit hour program	$106,800.00
Program Fees	$2,400.00
Books & Associated School Expenses	$4,200.00

San Marcos, CA Campus

Tuition is approximately $9,952 per trimester for Flex DPT students who attend our San Marcos, CA campus. Residents of California are also assessed a one-time state-mandated Student Tuition Recovery Fund charge at time of enrollment.

Total Program Direct Expenses	$126,027.00
	Tuition and Expenses
School Expenses
Tuition	$119,427.00
Program Fees	$2,400.00
Books & Associated School Expenses	$4,200.00

St. Augustine, FL Campus

Tuition is approximately $8,249 per trimester for Flex DPT students who attend our St. Augustine, FL campus

Total Program Direct Expenses	$105,589.00
	Tuition and Fees
School Expenses
Tuition	$98,989.00
Program Fees	$2,400.00
Books & Associated School Expenses	$4,200.00

Financial Aid

Student loans may be available to assist with funding your DPT program. USAHS has financial aid counselors who are available to explain your options.

Financial aid counselors can be reached by email, phone, or on campus. Regular office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday in each time zone. If you cannot meet during regular office hours, after-hours appointments are available by request.

Please visit our Financial Aid Contact page for more information.

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DPT Accreditation and State Approvals

Accreditation

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.

Please click on the following menus for the DPT program accreditation status of each USAHS campus:

DPT Program Accreditation Status

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 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]ta.org; 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 and Doctor of Physical Therapy Flex programs 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 - 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 Candidacy Program (Launched Fall 2020) - Dallas Campus

Effective April 28, 2020, the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences’ Doctor of Physical Therapy program at the Dallas, Texas campus has been granted Candidate for Accreditation status by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, VA, 22305-3085; phone: 703-706-3245; email: [email protected]). If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call or email Dr. Thomas P. Werner at 469-498-5740 or [email protected].

Candidate for Accreditation is an accreditation status of affiliation with the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education that indicates the program may matriculate students in technical/professional courses. Achievement of Candidate for Accreditation status does not assure that the program will be granted Initial Accreditation.

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

DPT Program

State Approvals

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

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 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.

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 clinical field experiences.

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 prepares students for licensure in all 50 states.

DPT Program State Approvals

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 (Dallas)

DPT Dallas State Approvals

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, Oregon (San Marcos campus only), Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. 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.

Flex DPT State Approvals

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CAPTE - DPT Student Outcomes & Financial Fact Sheets

Student Outcomes

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 for graduates in 2019 and 2020. The information reported in the CAPTE Annual Accreditation Report.

Campus	Residential DPT	Flex DPT
St. Augustine, FL	98%	95%
San Marcos, CA	100%	94%
Austin, TX	97%	93%
Miami, FL	99%	n/a *

* Flex DPT program is not offered at Miami, FL campus.

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 2019 and 2020 by DPT program track, residential and flex, are shown below.

	Residential DPT		Flex DPT
Campus	First Time	Ultimate	First Time	Ultimate
St. Augustine, FL	86%	99%	70%	90%
San Marcos, CA	86%	99%	64%	88%
Austin, TX	83%	98%	57%	92%
Miami, FL	71%	94%	n/a *

* The Flex DPT program is not offered on the Miami, FL campus.

Employment Rate (Two-year average)

The employment rates averaged over graduation calendar years 2019 and 2020 by DPT program track, residential, and flex are below. The employment data was collected through a survey, phone calls, emails, and web searches.

Campus	Residential DPT	Flex DPT
St. Augustine, FL	98%	94%
San Marcos, CA	98%	85%
Austin, TX	94%	91%
Miami, FL	96%	n/a *

* The Flex DPT program is not offered on the Miami, FL campus.

Financial Fact Sheets

Program Name: USAHS - Dallas Doctor of Physical Therapy Financial Fact Sheet 2021-2022
Institutional Information
Address: 5010 Riverside Drive Suite 120 City: Irving State: Texas Zip Code: 75039 \| Cohort: 04/23 For: Parent
Length of Program in Weeks (excluding breaks) of student instruction/interaction (including classroom, laboratory, exams and clinical education.) Note: Total number of weeks includes weeks where either full or partial attendance is required: 120
Start Date: 09/20	Anticipated Completion Date of all Program Requirements: 04/23
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: 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.	39,362	39,621	26,810	105,793
Annual Institutional Fees for a full-time student. (Includes general institutional fees i.e. health insurance, recreational fees, etc)	480	480	320	1280
Total expected costs of other program-related costs (Includes: required textbooks, laboratory fees, clinical education and other costs for the entire length of the program.	1575	1575	1050	4200
Total cost of the program for students scheduled to graduate this year. Includes tuition, fees, and other program costs for the entire professional program.				111,273
Public Institution In-state \| Public Institution Out-of state \| Private Institution
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 at the time of admission to the DPT Program: N/A
Average student debt from the DPT Program: N/A
Average total student debt after completing the DPT Program: N/A

Program Name: USAHS - Austin Doctor of Physical Therapy Financial Fact Sheet 2021-2022
Institutional Information
Address: 5401 La Crosse Ave City: Austin State: Texas Zip Code: 78739 \| Cohort: 3 per year For: Parent
Length of Program in Weeks (excluding breaks) of student instruction/interaction (including classroom, laboratory, exams and clinical education.) Note: Total number of weeks includes weeks where either full or partial attendance is required: 120
Start Date: 09/19	Anticipated Completion Date of all Program Requirements: 05/22
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: 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.	39,362	39,621	26,810	105,793
Annual Institutional Fees for a full-time student. (Includes general institutional fees i.e. health insurance, recreational fees, etc)	480	480	320	1280
Total expected costs of other program-related costs (Includes: required textbooks, laboratory fees, clinical education and other costs for the entire length of the program.	1575	1575	1050	4200
Total cost of the program for students scheduled to graduate this year. Includes tuition, fees, and other program costs for the entire professional program.				111,273
Public Institution In-state \| Public Institution Out-of state \| Private Institution
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 at the time of admission to the DPT Program: 16,427
Average student debt from the DPT Program: 126,455
Average total student debt after completing the DPT Program: 142,883

Program Name: USAHS- St Augustine Doctor of Physical Therapy Financial Fact Sheet 2021-2022
Institutional Information
Address: 1 University Blvd City: St Augustine State: Florida Zip Code: 32086 \| Cohort: 3 per year For: Parent
Length of Program in Weeks (excluding breaks) of student instruction/interaction (including classroom, laboratory, exams and clinical education.) Note: Total number of weeks includes weeks where either full or partial attendance is required: 120
Start Date: 09/19	Anticipated Completion Date of all Program Requirements: 04/22
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: 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.	39,362	39,621	26,810	105,793
Annual Institutional Fees for a full-time student. (Includes general institutional fees i.e. health insurance, recreational fees, etc)	480	480	320	1280
Total expected costs of other program-related costs (Includes: required textbooks, laboratory fees, clinical education and other costs for the entire length of the program.	1575	1575	1050	4200
Total cost of the program for students scheduled to graduate this year. Includes tuition, fees, and other program costs for the entire professional program.				111,273
Public Institution In-state \| Public Institution Out-of state \| Private Institution
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 at the time of admission to the DPT Program: 18,018
Average student debt from the DPT Program: 135,508
Average total student debt after completing the DPT Program: 153,526

Program Name: USAHS - Miami Doctor of Physical Therapy Financial Fact Sheet 2021-2022
Institutional Information
Address: 800 Douglas Road, Suite 149 City: Coral Gables State: Florida Zip Code: 33134 \| Cohort: 3 per year For: Expansion
Length of Program in Weeks (excluding breaks) of student instruction/interaction (including classroom, laboratory, exams and clinical education.) Note: Total number of weeks includes weeks where either full or partial attendance is required: 120
Start Date: 09/19	Anticipated Completion Date of all Program Requirements: 05/22
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: 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	39,621	27,207	106,449
Annual Institutional Fees for a full-time student. (Includes general institutional fees i.e. health insurance, recreational fees, etc)	480	480	320	1280
Total expected costs of other program-related costs (Includes: required textbooks, laboratory fees, clinical education and other costs for the entire length of the program.	1575	1575	1050	4200
Total cost of the program for students scheduled to graduate this year. Includes tuition, fees, and other program costs for the entire professional program.				111,929
Public Institution In-state \| Public Institution Out-of state \| Private Institution
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 at the time of admission to the DPT Program: 17,592
Average student debt from the DPT Program: 146,606
Average total student debt after completing the DPT Program: 164,198

Program Name: USAHS - San Marcos Residential Doctor of Physical Therapy Financial Fact Sheet 2021-2022
Institutional Information
Address: 700 Windy Point Drive City: San Marcos State: CA Zip Code: 92069 \| Cohort: 3 per year For: Parent
Length of Program in Weeks (excluding breaks) of student instruction/interaction (including classroom, laboratory, exams and clinical education.) Note: Total number of weeks includes weeks where either full or partial attendance is required: 120
Start Date: 09/19	Anticipated Completion Date of all Program Requirements: 05/22
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: 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	44,312	31,019	119,643
Annual Institutional Fees for a full-time student. (Includes general institutional fees i.e. health insurance, recreational fees, etc)	480	480	320	1280
Total expected costs of other program-related costs (Includes: required textbooks, laboratory fees, clinical education and other costs for the entire length of the program.	1575	1575	1050	4200
Total cost of the program for students scheduled to graduate this year. Includes tuition, fees, and other program costs for the entire professional program.				125,123
Public Institution In-state \| Public Institution Out-of state \| Private Institution
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 at the time of admission to the DPT Program: 16,437
Average student debt from the DPT Program: 143,337
Average total student debt after completing the DPT Program: 159,774

Program Name: USAHS Austin Flex Doctor of Physical Therapy Financial Fact Sheet 2021-2022
Institutional Information
Address: 5401 La Crosse Ave City: Austin State: Texas Zip Code: 78739 \| Cohort: 2 per year For: Expansion
Length of Program in Weeks (excluding breaks) of student instruction/interaction (including classroom, laboratory, exams and clinical education.) Note: Total number of weeks includes weeks where either full or partial attendance is required: 180
Start Date: 09/18	Anticipated Completion Date of all Program Requirements: 08/22
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: 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.	24,674	25,167	25,167	25,922	100,930
Annual Institutional Fees for a full-time student. (Includes general institutional fees i.e. health insurance, recreational fees, etc)	159	300	300	300	1059
Total expected costs of other program-related costs (Includes: required textbooks, laboratory fees, clinical education and other costs for the entire length of the program.	1050	1050	1050	1050	4200
Total cost of the program for students scheduled to graduate this year. Includes tuition, fees, and other program costs for the entire professional program.					106,187
Public Institution In-state \| Public Institution Out-of state \| Private Institution
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 at the time of admission to the DPT Program: 20,770
Average student debt from the DPT Program: 128,014
Average total student debt after completing the DPT Program: 139,132

Program Name: USAHS St Augustine Flex Doctor of Physical Therapy Financial Fact Sheet 2021-2022
Institutional Information
Address: 1 University Blvd City: St. Augustine State: Florida Zip Code: 32086 \| Cohort: 2 per year For: Expansion
Length of Program in Weeks (excluding breaks) of student instruction/interaction (including classroom, laboratory, exams and clinical education.) Note: Total number of weeks includes weeks where either full or partial attendance is required: 180
Start Date: 09/18	Anticipated Completion Date of all Program Requirements: 08/22
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: 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.	22,869	23,326	23,326	24,026	93,547
Annual Institutional Fees for a full-time student. (Includes general institutional fees i.e. health insurance, recreational fees, etc)	255	300	300	300	1155
Total expected costs of other program-related costs (Includes: required textbooks, laboratory fees, clinical education and other costs for the entire length of the program.	1050	1050	1050	1050	4200
Total cost of the program for students scheduled to graduate this year. Includes tuition, fees, and other program costs for the entire professional program.					98,902
Public Institution In-state \| Public Institution Out-of state \| Private Institution
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 at the time of admission to the DPT Program: 15,918
Average student debt from the DPT Program: 117,166
Average total student debt after completing the DPT Program: 133,084

Program Name: USAHS San Marcos Flex Doctor of Physical Therapy Financial Fact Sheet 2021-2022
Institutional Information
Address: 700 Windy Point Drive City: San Marcos State: CA Zip Code: 92069 \| Cohort: 2 per year For: Expansion
Length of Program in Weeks (excluding breaks) of student instruction/interaction (including classroom, laboratory, exams and clinical education.) Note: Total number of weeks includes weeks where either full or partial attendance is required: 180
Start Date: 09/18	Anticipated Completion Date of all Program Requirements: 08/22
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: 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.	26,935	27,473	27,473	28,847	110,728
Annual Institutional Fees for a full-time student. (Includes general institutional fees i.e. health insurance, recreational fees, etc)	255	300	300	300	1155
Total expected costs of other program-related costs (Includes: required textbooks, laboratory fees, clinical education and other costs for the entire length of the program.	1050	1050	1050	1050	4200
Total cost of the program for students scheduled to graduate this year. Includes tuition, fees, and other program costs for the entire professional program.					116,083
Public Institution In-state \| Public Institution Out-of state \| Private Institution
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 at the time of admission to the DPT Program: 12,860
Average student debt from the DPT Program: 125,683
Average total student debt after completing the DPT Program: 138,543

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