Admission Requirements

Physical Therapy Program

Students seeking admission to the Physical Therapy Program must submit the following documented evidence:

1. Completion of a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
2. Minimum cumulative science and overall GPAs of 2.75 on a 4.00 scale. Competitive applicants typically have science and overall GPAs of at least 3.00 on a 4.00 scale.
3. Completion of prerequisite courses totaling 46 semester/66 quarter credits as listed from regionally accredited colleges or universities
   • Grades of C or better (grades of C- are NOT acceptable) are required in each course
4. Graduate Record Examination (GRE) general test scores using the Midwestern University institution code of 1769
   • The test must have been taken no earlier than January 1, 2008.
   • For more information about the GRE, contact Educational Testing Services (ETS) at 866/473-4373 or visit www.ets.org/gre
5. Completion of a first aid course within the past three years
6. Current certification by the American Heart Association in Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers (enrolled PT students must also maintain CPR certification at the BLS level)
7. Demonstration of a people or service orientation through community service or extracurricular activities
8. Motivation for and commitment to healthcare as demonstrated by previous work, volunteer work, or other life experiences
9. Oral and written communication skills necessary to interact with patients and colleagues
10. Commitment to abide by the Midwestern University Drug-Free Workplace and Substance Abuse Policy
11. Passage of the Midwestern University criminal background check

Prerequisite Courses