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Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences/Mary Baldwin University Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
Mary Baldwin University Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences 100 Baldwin Boulevard Fishersville VA 22939 United States
+1 540.887.4110
mdchsadmit@marybaldwin.edu https://marybaldwin.edu/health-sciences/
2014 25 to 100
Program Description

INTERPROFESSIONAL BY DESIGN

The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences (MDCHS) prepares students as entry-level physical therapists to work in any practice setting upon graduation and licensure. Our unique interprofessional approach enables students from various health professions to work collaboratively in class and lab settings. Interprofessional activities also extend to service opportunities for the local and regional communities.

Murphy Deming's DPT program develops critical thinking skills through evidence-based practice to optimize patient outcomes within the context of compassionate care delivery. In addition, students learn through innovative teaching strategies utilizing current technologies in a state-of-the-art facility specifically designed for health sciences education.

MDCHS' full-time DPT is a post-baccalaureate entry-level professional doctoral degree.  The curriculum consists of 125 didactic, clinical and research credits completed over three years (9 semesters). Course content focuses on the four primary areas of physical therapy practice (musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiovascular and pulmonary, and integumentary) while concentrating on medical wellness across the lifespan. Students complete a total of 40 weeks of full-time clinical experience (2, 4-week and 2, 16-week rotations) while in the program.

Our 97% graduation rate and 100% (100% first-time!) NPTE pass rates proves that our renowned faculty and commitment to interprofessional education prepares students for professional life beyond the classroom.  Visit our website to learn more or request info!

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General
Program offers a guaranteed freshman admission pathway?
No
Dual Degrees
Will the professional (entry-level) PT program offer a satellite or branch campus to applicants during the upcoming admissions cycle?
No
Admission Interviews
Program conducts interviews as part of the admissions process?
No
Deposits
Is a Deposit Required for Accepted Applicants?
Yes
Total cumulative deposit
$500
Deposit Refundable?
No
Deposits collected on a rolling basis after offer of admission made?
Yes
Incoming Class Profile
Anticipated Size of the Next Entering Class
35
Size of Most Recent Entering Class
31
% of students from IN-STATE
76%
% of students from OUT-OF-STATE
24%
Sex
% Male
33%
% Female 
67%
Race/Ethnicity
% African-American/Black (Non-Hispanic)
6%
% White (Not of Hispanic Origin) 
82%
% Two or More Races 
12%
Additional information about the class profile 
Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences has articulation agreements with partner institutions for applicants who meet the criteria of those agreements.  For the current list of participating schools and criteria, please visit our website: https://marybaldwin.edu/health-sciences/about/admissions/#panel2v
Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) Status
Program housed at a Minority-Serving Institution No
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Founded2014
Employees25 to 100
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