Program Information
Degree Offered
Doctor of Physical Therapy - entry level
Format: Campus
Program Description:
The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy reports that the Doctor of Physical Therapy Class of 2009 scored an outstanding 92% passing rate when taking the National Licensure Examination the first-time, and 100% passing rate on retaking the exam.
A major feature that distinguishes the program is the well-structured, problem-based learning format used to present the clinical coursework. A second asset of the program is the collaborative teaching and research activities that occur among the many programs and departments of the university. These include anatomy and histology, neuroscience, and physiology, as well as specific clinical sciences germane to physical therapy, such as orthopedics, neurology, medicine, surgery, and cardiology.
Students participate in five full-time clinical affiliations that integrate the science and theory of physical therapy with clinical practice. Students have the opportunity to practice in a wide variety of healthcare settings across the country, under the guidance and supervision of experienced practicing therapists. The end result of the educational experience at New York Medical College is a graduate who is prepared to pass the national licensure examination of the American Physical Therapy Association and to excel in the current health care environment as a skilled and well-respected physical therapist.
Accreditation:
Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
Eligibility Requirements:
Bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0, GRE, 3 letters of recommendation, personal statement, resume, and a minimum of 50 hours PT time.
# of Credits Required:
120
International Student Requirements:
TOEFL, financial support documentation, evaluation of transcripts.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Cost Per Credit Hour:
$790 USD
Tuition In-State Full Time:
27750 USD
Tuition Out of State Full Time:
27750 USD
Financial Aid Offered: Yes
Classification: Medical Schools/Medical Centers
Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit
Locale: Large Suburb
Size & Settings: 1,000 - 4,999