Pre-Physical Therapy

Start your path towards a doctorate in physical therapy by enrolling in this pre-professional program.

Working with children, the elderly or even professional athletes to regain mobility and functionality is the role you'll play as a physical therapist. UND’s Pre-Physical Therapy program is designed to prepare you for the rigors of physical therapy school, and to provide you with guidance and support you need to be successful.

Program type:: Pre-Professional Program
Format:: On Campus
Est. time to complete:: 3 years
Credit hours:: 90

Why study pre-physical therapy?

Application Deadlines

Fall:: Aug. 15
Spring:: Dec. 15
Summer:: May 1

As an incoming freshman, you can earn your Doctor of Physical Therapy and undergrad degree at the same time. Physical Therapy is a demanding, intensive area of study. Pre-Physical Therapy is not a major, but a three-year course plan that will ready you for admission to the professional school.

As a Pre-Physical Therapy student, an advisor will assist you with developing a plan of study that includes the classes necessary for admission to physical therapy school. You'll take 90 credits, including classes like:

Biology
Chemistry
Developmental Psychology
Human Anatomy & Physiology
Introductory College Physics
Orientation to Physical Therapy

After completing the recommended courses, you can apply for the professional school to earn your Doctorate in Physical Therapy.

Pre-Physical Therapy at UND

Participate in direct delivery of physical therapy services in a variety of settings.
Take classes in the state-of-the-art School of Medicine and Health Sciences building, opened in 2016.
Gain advanced knowledge and skills in the Sports Physical Therapy Residency program.
Join UND's Physical Therapy Club to network with your future colleagues and gain experience in the field.

Physical Therapy Careers

21%

Expected job growth for physical therapists through 2030

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

91k

Median pay for physical therapists after earning your professional or doctoral degree

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

By enrolling in the pre-physical therapy program at UND, you're taking the first step to beginning your rewarding career as a physical therapist. Most UND physical therapy graduates are employed in private clinics or hospitals. Job demand is expected to grow 21 percent from 2020 to 2030, which is higher than the average for all occupations.

CAPTE Accredited Physical Therapy Program

The Physical Therapy program at the University of North Dakota is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).

3030 Potomac Avenue, Ste 100
Alexandria, VA 22305-3085
703.706-3245 | accreditation@apta.org

If needing to contact the program directly, please call Dr. David Relling at 701.777.2831 or email david.relling@UND.edu.

Pre-Physical Therapy Courses

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