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Andrews University Department of Physical Therapy
Department of Physical Therapy 8515 East Campus Circle Drive Berrien Springs MI United States
+1 800.827.2878 +1 269.471.6078
ptinfo@andrews.edu https://www.andrews.edu/chhs/pt/

"This page is intended for college transfer students and graduates ONLY. High school students MUST contact the institution directly for information about the guaranteed freshman-entry program. Do not apply using PTCAS."

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Program Description
Andrews University is a Christian university with an enrollment of approximately 3,000 students. The Physical Therapy Department meets the criteria of a quality program - a reputation of solid academics and distinguished faculty.

Our mission is to Unite Christian Values with Healthcare Education. Our three-year entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy Program delivers, within a Christian environment, the knowledgebase and clinical skills that will prepare students for contemporary practice across the full spectrum of physical therapy services. The faculty of the program is exceptionally well prepared to teach in their area of expertise and is committed to helping students reach their maximum potential. Faculty members also serve as mentors to students for clinical practice, research and professional service to the community. In addition to a quality educational experience, graduate classes are kept small to provide a personal learning experience. Andrews PT students are not in competition with any classmate for grades or ranking. Students are encouraged to help each other succeed through student-to-student peer coaching. Students learn the art of caring while developing the skills required to perform a physical therapy examination and evaluation, establish a differential diagnosis, and provide direct physical therapy intervention for their clients as independent practitioners. Undergraduate students receive two degrees: a Bachelor of Health Science after completion of their first year and the Doctor of Physical Therapy upon completion of the program. Andrews also offers two postprofessional doctoral degrees, the transitional DPT and the DScPT.

Berrien Springs is a rural community located 2 hours east of Chicago or 30 minutes north of the University of Notre Dame. A commercial airport and Amtrak train station is located in South Bend, Indiana, 25 minutes away. The Andrews University campus and surrounding communities offer work and recreational opportunities. The sandy beaches of Lake Michigan, major shopping malls, sporting arenas and a large variety of restaurants and entertainment are available within 30 minutes. Dormitories and apartments are located on and around the Berrien Springs campus. Parking is easily accessible at all campus locations.

We welcome your interest in Andrews University and are here to assist you in any way that we can.
General
Program offers a guaranteed freshman admission pathway?
Yes
Dual Degrees
Dual-degree programs offered in conjunction with the PT degree 
Bachelor of Health Science or  Bachelor of Exercise Science, if no previous 4-year degree.
Will the professional (entry-level) PT program offer a satellite or branch campus to applicants during the upcoming admissions cycle?
No
Institution's Religious Affiliation
Seventh-day Adventist
Admission Interviews
Program conducts interviews as part of the admissions process?
Yes
Deposits
Is a Deposit Required for Accepted Applicants?
Yes
Total cumulative deposit
$500
Additional Information about Deposit 
If the application is successful and the student completes matriculation, the Confirmation Deposit may be refunded to the enrolled student's account during the second semester of the DPT Program.
Deposit Refundable?
No
Deposits collected on a rolling basis after offer of admission made?
No
Due Date of First Required Deposit
01/15/2023
Incoming Class Profile
Anticipated Size of the Next Entering Class
40
Size of Most Recent Entering Class
40
Additional information about the class profile 
Andrews gives preference to Seventh-day Adventist Students, but accepts students of all faiths.
Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) Status
Program housed at a Minority-Serving Institution Yes
Minority-Serving Institution
Asian America and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI)
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