University of Vermont

University of Vermont (UVM) is a Public Ivy and top 100 research university of a perfect size, large enough to offer a breadth of ideas, resources, and opportunities, yet small enough to enable close faculty-student mentorship across all levels of study. The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program has been continuously accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) since 1973 and has been recognized for producing graduates who are exemplary clinical scholars.

The program consists of 102 graduate credits offered in a 2.5-year full-time program format, over 8 semesters inclusive of summers, that leads to a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree. Doctor of Physical Therapy graduates are prepared as primary care movement system experts who translate evidence into contemporary best practice. Graduates advocate to improve health outcomes and well-being at the individual and community level.

The movement system is the foundation of our curriculum design. Organized in a systems-based model, our curriculum integrates the basic and clinical sciences across the musculoskeletal, nervous, cardiovascular/pulmonary, integumentary and endocrine systems to facilitate your ability to develop as movement system experts. Additionally, the study of evidenced based practice, leadership, health policy, business management, and social responsibility shape your professional role and identity as a Doctor of Physical Therapy.

Students solidify their academic studies through participation in translational research, clinical cases, simulation laboratories using standardized patients and patient/client interactions in community clinics using a patient/client centered approach to care across the lifespan. An array of active learning experiences with multiple opportunities for interprofessional education and community engagement are offered. Our student-centered approach supports individual and team learning in a collegial environment to encourage student success. Academic study is supplemented with 32 weeks of full-time clinical internships to broaden student professional preparation. Internships are offered throughout the U.S. in a variety of specialty areas and assignments are based on students' educational needs and clinical site availability.

Exceptional faculty role model clinical and research expertise across each of the specialty areas of physical therapist practice to facilitate student development as movement system experts. Our faculty to student ratios foster personal connections to support excellence in academic and clinical achievements.

Our students’ educational experiences and activities are enriched by our location — from the energy and innovation of Burlington to the forests, farms, and collaborative spirit of Vermont.

The University of Vermont offers two dual degrees. The DPT/Neuroscience PhD and the DPT/Interprofessional Health Sciences Ph.D. Both dual degree option requires two applications, one to DPT and one to PhD program.

Is a Deposit Required for Accepted Applicants?

Yes

Total cumulative deposit

$500

Additional Information about Deposit

The deposit is non-refundable

Deposit Refundable?

Due Date of First Required Deposit

01/14/2022

Anticipated Size of the Next Entering Class

Size of Most Recent Entering Class

% of IN-STATE applicants accepted

41.3%

% of OUT-OF-STATE (non-resident) U.S. applicants accepted

58.7%

Tammy Bender

Primary Contact

DPT Admissions Specialist

+1 802.656.3858

cnhsgrad@uvm.edu