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William Carey University Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
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Organization Website

http://www.wmcarey.edu

Program of Physical Therapy 710 William Carey Parkway Hattiesburg MS 39401 United States
Phone+1 601.318.6710
Email rfleming@wmcarey.edu
Private
CAPTE Accredited
Program Description

As a Christian institution, William Carey University provides quality educational programs within a caring Christian academic community that challenges the individual student to excel in scholarship, leadership, and service in a diverse global society. The physical therapy program at William Carey University is committed to preparing students to become autonomous and competent entry-level practitioners by providing high-quality academic and clinical educational experiences based on adult learning principles. Our education program encourages students to become self-directed and to assume responsibility for their own learning, with the faculty guiding the educational process with rich, diverse and interactive learning experiences. 

In concert with the William Carey University mission statement, the physical therapy program encourages service to rural and underserved communities in the U.S. as well as internationally. William Carey prepares students to address health, wellness, and advocacy issues for populations in medically underserved and low-resource areas. Mission trips through the physical therapy program may be counted as course credit.

William Carey University offers the preferred entry-level physical therapy program, the DPT. Primary content areas in the curriculum include biology/anatomy, cellular histology, physiology, exercise physiology, biomechanics, kinesiology, neuroscience, pharmacology, pathology, behavioral sciences, communication, ethics/ values, management sciences, finance, sociology, clinical reasoning, evidence-based practice, cardiovascular and pulmonary systems, integumentary systems, neuromuscular and musculoskeletal structures and function.

The traditional program is a 4+3 program and is a full-time course of study (36 continuous months). The curriculum consists of 119-122 hours, with 36 of these dedicated to clinical education. The program begins in the Fall trimester of each year.

The William Carey Creed: "Expect Great Things from God; Attempt Great Things for God."

 
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
Institution's Religious Affiliation
Southern Baptist
Admission Interviews
Program conducts interviews as part of the admissions process?
No
Additional information about interviews

Competitive applicants may be required to participate in a virtual interview.

Deposits
Is a Deposit Required for Accepted Applicants?
Yes
Total cumulative deposit
$1500
Additional Information about Deposit 
This deposit is non-refundable and will be applied towards tuition.
Deposit Refundable?
No
Due Date of First Required Deposit
12/15/2021
Cost
Total Cost of Education for In-State Students
$33000.00
Total Cost of Education for out of State Students
$33000.00
Incoming Class Profile
Anticipated Size of the Next Entering Class
30
Size of Most Recent Entering Class
30
% of IN-STATE applicants accepted
53%
% of OUT-OF-STATE (non-resident) U.S. applicants accepted
47%
Sex
% Male
30%
% Female 
70%
Race/Ethnicity
% American Indian/Alaskan Native
3%
% Asian
3%
% African-American/Black (Non-Hispanic)
13%
% White (Not of Hispanic Origin) 
81%
Additional information about the class profile 
William Carey gives preference to applicants who:

* Live in or have spent considerable time in rural or under-served areas.

* Graduated from William Carey or have completed coursework at William Carey
Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) Status
Program housed at a Minority-Serving Institution No
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