Texas DPT Wave 2023-2024
Hello! I noticed that a thread hasn't been started for the 2023-2024 application cycle for Texas PT schools, so I figured I would get one going. I think it would be good to stay updated on where schools are at with their processes and also celebrate each others interviews and acceptances!
Feel free to post your stats, where you are applying, and any updates on your applications! I applied to UTSW, UNTHSC, and TTUHSC (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - August 7, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: lm33984 Tags: Pre-Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
University of St. Augustine DPT Residential Program (Spring 2024)
Hello Everyone!
Just creating this thread for those who are applying / got accepted into St. Augustine's DPT Residential Program for Spring 2024. If you got questions, ask away. (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - August 6, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: z-sn Tags: Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
California PTs: Question about hourly pay?
I'm currently a full-time salaried PT in cash-based OP ortho, but I'm switching to part-time. My employer is offering me to switch to hourly, but the only hours I will be paid for are the hours that I am with patients (each appointment is 1 hour). I have talked to a lot of non-PT people while trying to decide whether or not to do this, and a lot of people are mentioning that this violates labor laws, and that I would need to be paid for time spent on documentation outside of patient hours...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - August 5, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: kmillie Tags: Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
Orthopedic/Sports Residency in Texas (Physical Therapy)
This question is for those who are in a residency program for Orthopedics or Sports in the field of Physical Therpay OR those with experience applying for residencies:
I'm finishing up my PT program in several months. I wanted to know if a GPA on the lower end would still be able to get into a residency. I've seen a lot of residencies say that they want 3.0+ GPA (I know its the minimum), but would they actually take someone with a lower GPA such as 3.1-3.2 GPA? Is there anything I can do to...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - July 24, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Texas_SPT Tags: Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
The APTA ’s state of PT
Embarrassing how stagnated wages are. I make below the median for my region. Vision 2020 was a stunning success! (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - July 24, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: oldmanDPT69420 Tags: Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
Advice Needed - Should I just start over?
I got accepted into 3 different DPT programs. I chose to attend an accelerated program. The curriculum consists of some full-term classes and then multiple bi-term classes (6 per semester) along with the full-term classes. There are no breaks. None. Everything moves so fast and because I wasn't a PTA before starting, everything is new learning. At the time it seemed like a good idea - get in, get out, make money. However, to be honest, I'm not sure that I'm learning at a deep enough level to...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - July 17, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: ConfusedDPT23 Tags: Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
PTCAS Grade Calculation for Retaken classes
Hi all,
Quick question for a friend applying to PT school soon. How does the PTCAS calculate grades from retaken classes? My friend has multiple Ds and Cs that she has later retaken for As and Be. Will she only report the most recent grade? Or will schools see both grades? And will her PTCAS prereq GPA and overall GPA only take into accout the most recent/better course or the average of the two grades?
I know for my sake (premed) AMCAS does not do grade replacement and takes all courses...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - July 14, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: RockClimberMed Tags: Pre-Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
What are my chances with my stats? 2023-2034 cycle WSSU
Hi! I am currently applying to DPT school this cycle 2023-2024 and I am really nervous about getting rejected! My top school is WSSU one for the diversity aspect and affordability. If someone has any advice or any tips in regards to help my application please let me know. I worked throughout college to maintain as well as work full time after graduating while retaking my C classes and the GRE. Which I didn’t do great on compared to the average students accepted to the school. I currently...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - July 7, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: NijaGads Tags: Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
What do you like about being a PT?
I'm currently in the process of applying to PT school, and just finished submitting my applications on PTCAS. I went on Reddit (probably my first mistake there) and it seems most people don't enjoy being a physical therapist. I understand that tuition can be expensive, but are there people who enjoy being a physical therapist? Is there any positivity that can be shown about the profession? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - July 7, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Perseverance13 Tags: Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
Identity Question
Trying this again since I messed up the first post since I was trying to make it more public. I am starting PT school and our director of the school asked us a question that he wanted us to think about while in the program. The question was, when you're a PT what will your identity and its relation be to your community? How would you define it and how does your identity as a physical therapist and your community tie into your vision in the physical therapy field? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - June 29, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: jmma277 Tags: Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
Colleges Attended Section on PTCAS
Hello,
I will be taking a course in the summer at a community college which is a pre-req for physical therapy school. Do I need to list that college as colleges attended or no? Thank you (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - June 15, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: PT2024-2027 Tags: Pre-Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
WAMC/School list help (3.77 GPA, 522 MCAT)
GPA: 3.77 cGPA and 3.70 sGPA
MCAT: 522 (131/130/129/132)
State of residence: WA
Ethnicity and/or race: ORM/white
Undergraduate institution: Big state school, Math major
Clinical experience:
Paid:
150 hrs assisted living CNA
500 hours community health center MA
Volunteer: 80 hours hospital, 30 hours community clinic, 30 hours physical therapy aide
Research: 300 hours Math research, 2...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - June 15, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: rainbow99 Tags: What Are My Chances? WAMC Medical Source Type: forums
Can I get into DPT school? If so, where do you suggest? If not, What can I do to get in?
Hello all
I am lost! I graduated with a BS in exercise science and nutrition, and a Minor in Health Sciences. I have an abundance of volunteer and work experience, as well as certification in CPR, First Aid and AED.
My Cumulative GPA is 2.971. I don't know how to calculate my pre-requisite GPA, Can anyone help? As for my GPA, there is a reason why its on the lower end and I will explain.
I was an honor student throughout my schooling. In high school I excelled, and received scholarships...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - June 14, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: PaulineG Tags: Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
Re-starting on probation
Good evening fellow DPT students,
So I have a dilemma I am faced with. I was in a program for fall 2022, passed 4 out of 6 courses. Failed 2. I was put on Academic Probation from January-August when the program will begin again.
Recently, I had a meeting with one of my counselors and was told I have to take the entire semester over again. Even the classes I passed! Is this allowed? Should I speak to the Dean again? I am very upset and deceived. Especially when I was told in writing this...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - June 14, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: texasprept88 Tags: Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
2023-2024 cycle PTCAS personal statement
Hello everyone,
I am applying for the 2023-2024 PTCAS application cycle. I finished writing my personal statement and would like someone to give me feedback on it! Feel free to private message me if you would like to edit my personal statement!
Thank you! (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - June 13, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: morninggrinder18 Tags: Pre-Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
