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University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, The Department of Physical Therapy
Office of Admissions and Special Programs School of Health Professions Mail Code 7717, 7703 Floyd Curl Drive San Antonio TX 78229-3900 United States
+1 210.567.6220
BenavidezM2@uthscsa.edu shpwelcome@uthscsa.edu https://www.uthscsa.edu/academics/health-professions/programs/doctor-of-physical-therapy/admissions
1978
Program Description

The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program in the School of Health Professions at UT Health San Antonio consists of outstanding curriculum that is augmented with topics in critical thinking, systems review, diagnostic procedures, and care throughout the lifespan. The curriculum provides opportunities for students to succeed in being lifelong learners, critical thinkers, evidence-based practitioners, and the best providers of care in a direct access environment.

Graduates of the program have been providing exceptional service to citizens across Texas and the United States since 1980. DPT graduates achieved an overall pass rate of 100% on the licensing exam for the past several years. The School of Health Professions' Alumni Association is active in providing support to our students and graduates with scholarships, activities, and networking opportunities throughout the year.
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

Applicants who are selected to interview will have the opportunity to meet DPT faculty and students. 

Deposits
Is a Deposit Required for Accepted Applicants?
Yes
Total cumulative deposit
$$450
Additional Information about Deposit 
The non-refundable tuition deposit is applied to your student account balance upon successful completion of matriculation requirements and course registration.  The due date for the deposit for early decision candidates is the fist week of October while the due date for regular applicants is January 15th.
Deposit Refundable?
No
Deposits collected on a rolling basis after offer of admission made?
No
Due Date of First Required Deposit
01/15/2023
Cost
Total Cost of Education for In-State Students
$36810
Total Cost of Education for out of State Students
$75366
Incoming Class Profile
Anticipated Size of the Next Entering Class
50
Size of Most Recent Entering Class
50
% of students from IN-STATE
95%
% of WICHE (Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education) students
0%
% of students from OUT-OF-STATE
5%
% of CANADIAN students
0%
% of INTERNATIONAL (non-U.S/non-Canadian) students
0%
Sex
% Male
50%
% Female 
50%
Race/Ethnicity
% Hispanic 
35%
% American Indian/Alaskan Native
0%
% Asian
2%
% African-American/Black (Non-Hispanic)
1%
% Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
% White (Not of Hispanic Origin) 
57%
% Two or More Races 
5%
Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) Status
Program housed at a Minority-Serving Institution Yes
Minority-Serving Institution
Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI)
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