Pre-Physical Therapy
To be considered for admission to Physical Therapy programs at most universities, a candidate must:
- Have completed a bachelor’s degree with a grade point average of at least 2.75
- Have a minimum grade of “C” in all prerequisite courses
- Have documentation of observation experience
In addition, the candidate may be required to take the Graduate Record Exam (GRE).
Prerequisite courses may include the following:
| Course | Title |
|---|---|
| BIOL 1143 | Medical Terminology |
| PSY (1–2 semesters) | Psychology |
| CHEM (1–2 semesters) | Chemistry |
| PHYS (1–2 semesters) | Physics |
| BIOL 1404 | Introductory Biology for Majors |
| BIOL 3624 | Human Physiology |
| BIOL 3614 | Anatomy |
| MATH 2153 | Statistics |
For additional information, contact the Department of Biological Sciences.
