<p>We're looking for the ideal PT fit for our high school junior. Interested in the mid-atlantic region, 3+3 programs and/or direct admit. Generally, we've narrowed down to University of Delaware, Widener, St. Francis and potenitally Elon. </p>
<p>Looking for feedback specific to Physical Therapy programs at these schools (and any others you may suggest) for a 3.6 student who's SATs are low at the moment since she's only taken them once as a sophomore without preparation. </p>
<p>I know SATs MUST come up for UofD and Elon but what's a realistic number with the B+ GPA? </p>
<p>Any help/suggestions would be greatly appreciated.</p>
<p>From my experience, those PT programs are HIGHLY competitive because they admit a limited number of students. I would say…higher the better on those SAT scores and it would also help if her junior year AND first semester senior high school grades were as high as can be.</p>
<p>My D is a HS soph and currently interested in pursuing PT in college. Since we’re in Maryland, her geographical interests seem to align with your D’s. What we’re finding is that PT/Kenisiology/Athletic Training majors are scarce around here…especially since D would prefer a small school. </p>
<p>So, when we expanded the search nationwide, the following schools turned up:
(in no particular order):
Furman
Rice
W&M
Gettysburg (guaranteed 4+3 with Drexel)
Lafayette
Juniata*
Elon
GW
Marist
Pepperdine
WFU
Rhodes
F&M*</p>
<p>(* Juniata and F&M have notably good reps for placing their grads in health profession grad schools.)</p>
<p>It’s been a couple months since we compiled that list. So, I can’t remember if these schools have formalized pre-PT programs or generalized “pre-Health” programs. </p>
<p>When we resume the college talk with her, I think we’ll work backwards. That is, search for good PT grad schools and try to determine what they require and where their students study UG. </p>
<p>I’mm surprised your nationwide search didn’t turn up Boston University’s Sargent College which is one of the most highly regarded in the country. Quinnipiac in CT also has a PT program, I believe. Springfield College (in Massachusetts) also has a PT program. So does University of Hartford.</p>
<p>Thanks for the list, thumper. Do those schools have enrollements > 5,000? If so, that’s probably why we don’t have them. As I mentioned, D is looking for small schools. If they are small, then thanks for the leads. </p>
<p>(We’ve already ruled out Springfield because D didn’t like it when she visited with 2 family alums.)</p>
<p>Like DougBetsy’s daughter, my child is leaning towards a smaller school and we reside in MD. While I know she’s well positioned for acceptance to Widener and St. Francis (in PA), I’m worried that she may struggle when seeking employment post-graduation as they aren’t as competitive as Delaware or Elon. If my concerns are valid, I’d likely push her towards the latter.</p>
<p>thumper1, I’ve heard good things about UofScranton and plan to add the to our list of schools to visit. Thanks for the info on the others. We’ll begin researching those.</p>
<p>Check out the direct entry program at Ithaca College - 6 years total for DPT.
While doing research, check the student pass rate on the board exam for each school.</p>
<p>U. of Pittsburgh lets you apply for guaranteed admission to their graduate program with your undergrad application. They want a 1350 SAT (for CR+M).</p>
<p>Referring back to the comment in post #8 about employment post-graduation: the demand for PT’s now and projected for the next several years is very high and at least in our area is not affected by which school the student matriculated from. In Indiana there are 3 PT schools and all are reporting 100% placement. Oldest is in 2nd year of 3+3 program at University of Evansville (small private aproximately 2600 students). 3rd years are receiving multiple offers with bonuses. UE is probably not the highest ranked program in the state (University of Indianapolis is) but is well regarded. If any of you have a NMF interested in PT, UE offers full tuition to NMF’s and that scholarship is continued through the DPT program.</p>
<p>GCmom415, many of the pre-PT’s in our area major in exercise science. However, a student can major in whatever he/she wants as long as the PT pre-reqs are completed. This may be a good idea as acceptance into PT is very competitive and a back up plan may be needed. We did look at one school, Bradley in Illinois, where the pre-PT students were expected to major in Healh Science. That was in 2004 so I don’t know if that still is the case.</p>
<p>My d’s friend interned in PT in connection with NYU in the summer his j and s years. He is graduating after 5 years from Appalachian State in NC. Not bad, instate and summers in the city and most of it on the taxpayer. How can any future employer fail to see how smart that student is?</p>
<p>If your child is serious about physical therapy, they really should consider Quinnipiac in Connecticut. Strong academic record needed for PT, but if you get accepted, well worth it. Excellent reputation and great job placement. Don’t overlook this school.</p>