Physical Therapy Programs
Locations: San Marcos, CA | St. Augustine, FL | Miami, FL | Austin, TX | Dallas, TX
Formats: Residential & Flex — the Flex DPT format is available on the San Marcos, St. Augustine, and Austin campuses
Program duration: Residential: 2.7 years – 8 trimesters | Flex: 4 years – 12 trimesters
See Requirements & Program Details
*Time to completion may vary by student, depending on individual progress, credits transferred and other factors.
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.
*Time to completion may vary by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable.
Through immersive lab sessions, you’ll gain hands-on experience in a simulated clinical setting. You’ll also complete three trimesters of real-world clinical experiences, preparing you for the rigors and rewards of PT practice.
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 |
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.
Resume: Include a current resume or curriculum vitae with your application.
Statement of Purpose: Every person has a story that has led them to a career. Since there are a variety of health professions that “help” others, please go beyond your initial interaction or experience with physical therapy, and share the deeper story that has confirmed your decision to specifically pursue physical therapy as your career.
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.
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. | 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 and other health professions. Applicants may complete this requirement one of three ways – (1) standard credit-bearing course with submission of an official transcript, (2) CEU course with submission of a certificate of completion or official transcript or (3) USAHS non-credit course with evidence of successful completion. Option #3 is only available to deposited DPT or Flex DPT incoming students and is offered online free of charge. Deposited students electing to take the USAHS non-credit medical terminology course must successfully complete the experience at least one week before new student orientation. | N/A | N/A |
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.
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 fees 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.
| 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 |
| Total Program Direct Expenses | $118,291.00 |
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| 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 |
| 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 |
| Total Program Direct Expenses | $118,291.00 |
|---|
| Tuition and Fees | |
| School Expenses | |
| Tuition - 131 credit hour program | $128,418.00 |
| Program Fees | $2,000.00 |
| Books & Associated School Expenses | $4,200.00 |
| Total Estimated Expenses | $134,618.00 |
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| 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 |
| Total Program Direct Expenses | $118,291.00 |
|---|
| 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 |
| Total Program Direct Expenses | $113,400.00 |
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| Tuition and Expenses | |
| School Expenses | |
| Tuition - 131 credit hour program | $119,427.00 |
| Program Fees | $2,400.00 |
| Books & Associated School Expenses | $4,200.00 |
| Total Program Direct Expenses | $126,027.00 |
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| Tuition and Fees | |
| School Expenses | |
| Tuition - 131 credit hour program | $98,989.00 |
| Program Fees | $2,400.00 |
| Books & Associated School Expenses | $4,200.00 |
| Total Program Direct Expenses | $105,589.00 |
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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.
The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences offers scholarships to all new students enrolling in Doctor of Physical Therapy program (for both Flex and Residential). These scholarship funds are applied to tuition and fees only. We encourage you to review the eligibility requirements and apply for a scholarship.
*Fall 2023 scholarship application deadline is July 31, 2023.
*Only scholarship applications where a student has started and/or completed their application will be considered.
We are currently accepting applications for the following Fall 2023 scholarships:
PT Scholarships:
PT Outstanding Academic Achievement Scholarship
PT Leadership and Community Service Scholarship
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:
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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
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 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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 2020 and 2021 are shown below. The information is reported in the CAPTE Annual Accreditation Report.
| Campus | Residential DPT | Flex DPT |
|---|---|---|
| St. Augustine, FL | 98% | 94% |
| San Marcos, CA | 100% | 98% |
| Austin, TX | 98% | 100% |
| Miami, FL | 99% | n/a * |
* Flex DPT program is not offered at Miami, FL campus.
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 2020 and 2021 by DPT program track, residential and flex, are shown below.
| Residential DPT | Flex DPT | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campus | First Time | Ultimate | First Time | Ultimate |
| St. Augustine, FL | 81% | 96% | 87% | 96% |
| San Marcos, CA | 77% | 97% | 61% | 91% |
| Austin, TX | 77% | 97% | 63% | 90% |
| Miami, FL | 68% | 93% | n/a * | |
* The Flex DPT program is not offered on the Miami, FL campus.
The employment rates averaged over graduation calendar years 2020 and 2021 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% | 99% |
| San Marcos, CA | 95% | 98% |
| Austin, TX | 97% | 94% |
| Miami, FL | 96% | n/a * |
* The Flex DPT program is not offered on the Miami, FL campus.
| Program Name: USAHS - Dallas Doctor of Physical Therapy Financial Fact Sheet 2022-2023 | ||||||
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| 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 CostsNote: 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 | ||||||
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| 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 CostsNote: 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 CostsNote: 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 CostsNote: 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 CostsNote: 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 CostsNote: 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 CostsNote: 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 CostsNote: 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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