Rockhurst's Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
Lead with Expertise. Live with Purpose.
Rockhurst University's Doctor of Physical Therapy program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). They promote the highest educational standards and ensures that our graduates are well-prepared to excel in a rapidly changing healthcare environment.
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Flexible Learning Options
Earn a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree along with an MBA or MA in Organizational Leadership. Complete both in anywhere from three to four and a half years while working in the field and gaining clinical experience.
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Take the first step toward your career as a movement expert with Rockhurst University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Our comprehensive curriculum and real-world clinical experiences will prepare you to transform lives through the power of movement. Begin your journey today and make a lasting impact on your community.
The Rockhurst Difference
Extensive Clinical Opportunities
DPT students work in partnership with the RU DPT clinical education team to identify and participate in preferred sites for clinical experiences. Students engage in 34 weeks of clinical experiences across at least 4 sites, which offer opportunities to practice physical therapy in a range of dynamic, contemporary settings.
Accreditation & Exam Preparation
Rockhurst’s DPT program is CAPTE-accredited, preparing graduates for licensure and ensuring success in physical therapy careers.
MSDA Success Stories
I chose Rockhurst University because of the care and genuine interest the current students and faculty showed in me when I was going through the application process. Every student who comes through this program develops a lifelong community and becomes a part of the Rockhurst Family.”
Ethan Balogh