The Indiana University Doctor of Physical Therapy program is a dynamic professional degree that prepares individuals to practice as autonomous entry-level providers of physical therapy services.  The program consists of nine (9) consecutive semesters over 3 academic years.  The curriculum comprises 110 graduate credit hours and incorporates strong foundational, clinical, and applied sciences that contribute to the unique body of knowledge in physical therapy. 

Our program begins in May yearly, and we accept a class of 40 students. Information about our curriculum is here: http://shrs.iu.edu/academics/physical-therapy/doctorate-physical-therapy.html.

The IU PT faculty have a broad base of experience in many areas of health rehabilitation; their profiles can be found here: http://shrs.iu.edu/faculty-research/directory/physical-therapy/index.html.  

Our faculty are also seasoned researchers who conduct various rehabilitative investigations: http://shrs.iu.edu/faculty-research/research-overview/index.html.  Our DPT students have numerous opportunities to participate in research projects if they choose.  

Tuition & Other Financial Information

Current cost information is available here: https://shrs.iupui.edu/tuition-scholarships/tuition.html . IUPUI's Student Financial Services offers financial aid counseling and access to online scholarship and grant options:http://www.iupui.edu/~finaid/services/apply/grad/index.html .

School History

The Indiana University School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences traces its history back over 50 years, and is formerly a part of the IU School of Medicine. In 2003 it was renamed the IU School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, and as an independent academic unit hosts programs in health sciences, nutrition and dietetics, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and physician assistant studies.