Doctor of Physical Doctor of Physical TherapyTherapy

A.T. Still UniversityA.T. Still University

Kirksville College of Osteopathic MedicineSchool of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona

School of Health ManagementArizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health

Arizona School of Health SciencesMissouri School of Dentistry & Oral Health

ATSU Mission StatementATSU Mission Statement

A.T. Still University of Health Sciences serves as a learning-centered

university dedicated to preparing highly competent professionals through innovative academic programs

with a commitment to continue its osteopathic heritage and focus on

whole person healthcare, scholarship, community health,

interprofessional education, diversity, and underserved populations.

A.T. Still University of Health Sciences serves as a learning-centered

university dedicated to preparing highly competent professionals through innovative academic programs

with a commitment to continue its osteopathic heritage and focus on

whole person healthcare, scholarship, community health,

interprofessional education, diversity, and underserved populations.

The Mesa CampusThe Mesa Campus

ASHS PhilosophyASHS Philosophy

• Focus on wellness and prevention

• Response to community needs

• Pure institution of health care professionals

• Clinical emphasis

ASHS HighlightsASHS Highlights

• Interdisciplinary approach to education and health care delivery

• Integration of technology

• Outstanding placement in all programs

• 5:1 Student/Faculty ratio

• Individualized attention through an open-door policy

Physical Therapy Program Mission Physical Therapy Program Mission StatementStatement

The A.T. Still University Doctor of Physical Therapy Program is

committed to educating highly competent and professional entry level physical therapists who are dedicated to clinical excellence,

whole person health care, cultural competence, critical inquiry, and

lifelong learning.

Physical Therapy (DPT)Physical Therapy (DPT)

Evaluate, diagnose, instruct and treat patients with movement dysfunctions

• Mechanical limitations• Physiological and

developmental impairments• Functional limitations or

disabilitiesHelp improve physical capability in activities of daily living

Curriculum OverviewCurriculum Overview1st Year:

• Build on prerequisite coursework through courses in the basic sciences and begin clinical courses in the area of general practice and musculoskeletal areas

• Begin core courses in research design, methodology, and statistics

• Ends with the first full-time clinical experience

Curriculum OverviewCurriculum Overview2nd Year:

• Continue with clinical courses in both the musculoskeletal and neurological rehabilitation areas

• Progress into courses focusing on special populations

• Introduced to the two capstone project options and choose capstone -related courses for subsequent quarters that are commensurate with project choice

Curriculum OverviewCurriculum Overview

3rd Year:

• Continue work on capstone project

• Complete four full-time internships

• Participate in virtual grand rounds

Admission RequirementsAdmission Requirements

• Minimum 2.80 cumulative GPA and a 2.80 prerequisite GPA (on a 4.00 scale)

• Applicants are required to submit official GRE scores. Any scores older than 3 years prior to the matriculation year, will not be accepted

• References from: a) a present or former science faculty member, academic advisor or employer b) a professional from the physical therapy field sent directly to PTCAS

• Applicants are required to obtain a minimum of 30 contact hours in various physical therapy fields prior to application

Prerequisite CoursesPrerequisite Courses

• 4 years undergraduate work (BS, BA)

• Human Anatomy and Human Physiology (two semesters lecture and lab)• Biology/Zoology (two semesters lecture and lab)• General Chemistry (two semesters lecture and

lab)• Physics (two semesters lecture and lab)• Psychology (two courses: abnormal psychology

and developmental/child psychology)• Statistics (one course)• Exercise Physiology (one course)

Statistics – Class of 2017Statistics – Class of 2017

•Applications received: 1205•Applicants interviewed: 131•Average cumulative GPA:

3.34•Average prerequisite GPA:

3.21•Average GRE Analytical: 3.84•Average GRE Quantitative:

149•Average GRE Verbal: 156•States Represented: 24•Class size: 62

Traditional Application TimelineTraditional Application Timeline

Deadlines• January 16 (PTCAS - DPT)

Application Services Open• July (PTCAS - DPT)

Applicants are encouraged to apply early.

Tuition and Expenses

Secondary Application fee $70

Tuition: $30,030/year

Educational supply fee: $1,050/year PC or Mac that meets notebook computer system requirements and guidelines, Internet Service Provider, access to Internet.

Tuition and fees are subject to change.

Secondary Application fee $70

Tuition: $30,030/year

Educational supply fee: $1,050/year PC or Mac that meets notebook computer system requirements and guidelines, Internet Service Provider, access to Internet.

Tuition and fees are subject to change.

Outcome Data

Overall Licensure Pass Rate for last 3 years

2013 - 96.67%2012 – 96.39%2011 – 98.33%

Overall Employment Rate for last 3 years

2013 - 100% of respondents employed (data collection in progress)

2012 - 100% of respondents employed2011 – 100% of respondents

AHSH Post-Graduate AHSH Post-Graduate PlacementPlacement

Excellent Placement• Mayo Clinic

• Shriner’s Burn Centers

• Johns Hopkins

• Scripps

• Olympic Training Center

• Duke University

• University of Virginia

Financial AssistanceFinancial Assistance

• Federal loans

• Department of Health and Human Services for Disadvantaged Students

• Military (HPSP) awards

• Indian Health Service Scholarships

• WICHE

• For tuition information, please visit: www.atsu.edu/financial_aid

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