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University of Mount Union Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
Website

http://www.mountunion.edu/dpt

1972 Clark Avenue University of Mount Union Alliance OH 44601 United States
Phone+1 800.334.6682
Phone 2 +1 330.829.8191
Fax+1 330.844.1027
Email ptadmissions@mountunion.edu
Email 2 holtsl@mountunion.edu
Email 3 demetrna@mountunion.edu
Private
CAPTE Accredited

Please ensure you have read the program's prerequisite requirements and acceptable courses as seen in the table below PRIOR to APPLYING to the PROGRAM. 

As of April 30, 2019, the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Mont Union University is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: accreditation@apta.org; website: http://www.capteonline.org. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call: (800) 334-6682 or email: admission@mountunion.edu.


Program Description
The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program curriculum at the University of Mount Union is unique. The program is a blend of traditional lecture and lab with problem-based learning methodology utilizing patient case studies. Mount Union Physical Therapy program’s mission is to prepare sensitive (astute), responsive Doctors of Physical Therapy to utilize evidence and best practices for lifelong service to patients, clients and society.

The University of Mount Union has a long tradition of preparing students to be compassionate, caring humanitarians, and this is the foundation for Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Mount Union’s DPT curriculum is also structured with opportunities for inter-professional education with our nursing, physician assistant and exercise science pre-professionals to name a few.

Mount Union’s state-of-the-art science facility, long-term working relationships with the Alliance Community Hospital, Cleveland Clinic, and cooperative relationships with Canton and Youngstown area hospitals, it builds upon a strong foundation to deliver a successful Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program.
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
Additional information about interviews

Interview focus not only on GPA and academic aptitude but ability to adapt to graduate school and commit to a cohort and a profession. We want you to want to be part of Mount.

Deposits
Is a Deposit Required for Accepted Applicants?
Yes
Total cumulative deposit
$1000
Additional Information about Deposit 
Once an offer for admission to the program is extended, the successful candidate will be asked to accept the offer and provide the non-refundable deposit.
Deposit Refundable?
No
Due Date of First Required Deposit
12/01/2021
Cost
Total Cost of Education for In-State Students
$107200
Total Cost of Education for out of State Students
$107200
Incoming Class Profile
Anticipated Size of the Next Entering Class
30
Size of Most Recent Entering Class
30
% of IN-STATE applicants accepted
80%
% of WICHE (Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education) applicants accepted
3%
% of OUT-OF-STATE (non-resident) U.S. applicants accepted
17%
Sex
% Male
46%
% Female 
54%
Race/Ethnicity
% Hispanic 
6%
% Asian
3%
% African-American/Black (Non-Hispanic)
6%
% Two or More Races 
3%
Additional information about the class profile 
Preference is given to graduates from the University of Mount Union.
Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) Status
Program housed at a Minority-Serving Institution No
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Founded1846
Employees500 to 3000
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