About Our Programs

Program Mission

To create solutions for a healthier community by facilitating the holistic development of students into DPTs who will be recognized as movement specialists, and leading innovation in teaching, research, service, and clinical practice.

Program Highlights

• A well-rounded education in all aspects of contemporary physical therapy.
• The curriculum includes a course in Rural Health and underserved populations and has opportunities for clinical internships in rural areas.
• Learning in a research-intensive health science center environment.
• A low student-faculty ratio that ensures close contact with and continuous mentoring by physical therapy faculty.
• Interdisciplinary education experiences with students in medical school and physician assistant programs at the health science center.

Clinical Experiences

You will have opportunities to learn at various clinical sites across the DFW area and the nation, including opportunities to experience Physical Therapy in other countries.

Hybrid PT

Currently, we offer a residential face-to-face DPT located in Fort Worth. The department is submitting an Application for Substantive Change to the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) to deliver a hybrid DPT program that would be a blend of online and onsite learning in Fort Worth and Frisco. If approved, more information to come.