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University of Maryland - Eastern Shore Department of Physical Therapy
Department of Physical Therapy Hazel Hall, Suite 2093 Princess Anne MD 21853 United States
+1 410.651.6301 +1 410.651.6334
ptdept@umes.edu https://www.umes.edu/pt/
Program Description
The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, a three-year course of study that integrates clinical and classroom experiences, constitutes the initial professional preparation for students desiring to become physical therapists. Graduates of the program will be prepared to carry out the expanding responsibilities as autonomous health care providers practicing in a variety of clinical settings, and in educational and research environments. The DPT Program also prepares students to contribute to the field of physical therapy through research and other scholarly activities in addition to the utilization of these activities.

All classrooms, laboratories and faculty offices are conveniently located in Hazel Hall, which contains state-of-the art teaching and laboratory equipment. The program has a student-centered learning environment with small class sizes which facilitates optimal hands-on learning and early clinical application. For more information about the program or to schedule a tour of the department, please visit our website at https://www.umes.edu/pt/

Graduates boast a 100% passing rate on the National Physical Therapy Examination and are well prepared for clinical practice.
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?
Yes
Deposits
Is a Deposit Required for Accepted Applicants?
Yes
Total cumulative deposit
$700
Deposit Refundable?
No
Deposits collected on a rolling basis after offer of admission made?
Yes
Additional information about rolling deposits 
After January 15th, accepted students will have two weeks to submit their statement of intent and deposit.
Incoming Class Profile
Anticipated Size of the Next Entering Class
34
Size of Most Recent Entering Class
34
% of students from IN-STATE
80%
% of students from OUT-OF-STATE
20%
Sex
% Male
23%
% Female 
77%
Race/Ethnicity
% Hispanic 
3%
% Asian
3%
% African-American/Black (Non-Hispanic)
12%
% White (Not of Hispanic Origin) 
70%
% Two or More Races 
12%
% Declining to State 
0%
Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) Status
Program housed at a Minority-Serving Institution Yes
Minority-Serving Institution
Historically Black College or University (HBCU)
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