What are my chances and how can I improve?
Hello everyone, I’m planning on applying to the 2023-24 cycle and very nervous. I just wanted some insight on where I stand and how I can improve between now and when I submit my application. I’m hoping to submit around mid August.
Major: Kinesiology - movement science
cGPA: 3.61
pGPA: (Retake course grades replaced): ≈ 3.56
(Retake course grades averaged): ≈ 3.46
Last 60 GPA: ≈ 3.68 (was calculated for just undergrad, does last 60 also include post-baccalaureate?)...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - June 8, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: ngoyourself Tags: Pre-Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
What are my chances of getting into PT school?
Hi guys, So I'm kind of nervous about applying to DPT school but the time has finally arrived for me to start applying in July. Here is a background of me
Degree: AA in Pre-Physical Therapy, and B.S of Recreational Therapy and Rehabilitation Science
GPA Undergrad: 3.56
Prereq GPA: About 3.3
Inpatient Observation Hours: 2,000 (includes Wound care, MBS & FEES test with speech therapy, splints with OT)
Outpatient: 1,000 ( I've shadowed at three clinics and I currently work at one as a tech...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - June 7, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: theptgirl24 Tags: Pre-Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
Terrible Undergrad GPA-improving my chances?
I studied biology in undergrad at UNC, and made very poor grades. I honestly did not take school as seriously as I should, and ended up with a 2.9 GPA. My science grades were very poor, the most embarrassing part being when I failed organic chemistry twice.
I graduated in 2019 and have been working at a reputable Pharmaceutical company since. I have been diagnosed with ADHD (which, while doesn’t fully explain my poor grades, definitely contributed). I am feeling extremely unfulfilled...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - June 6, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Jui Naik Tags: Pre-Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
PT school search
Has anyone applied to or heard any reviews on the following programs:
Midwestern University
AT Still University
Methodist University
Wingate University
Marymount University
University of Colorado (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - June 4, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Emily Costa Tags: Pre-Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
Be honest, do I even stand a chance? (low gpa).. need a little bit of guidance
Hey all. I just graduated with a degree in Kinesiology a couple of weeks ago. For a long time, PT is always what I had wanted to do. I thoroughly enjoyed working as an aide and volunteering whenever I could. But, things didn't go as planned (4 years under grad, 3 years grad = 7 years total).
Unfortunately, there were family situations that rose causing me to transfer colleges (covid year), failing / doing terrible on my pre-reqs - which caused me to be in undergrad for 5 years. I'm in no...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - June 4, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: dude11315 Tags: Pre-Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
Standard undergrad degree/pt school or 3+3 program
I will be a senior in high school next year and am planning to go to college for PT. I’ve narrowed it down to two schools. One has students earn an undergrad degree and then go on the PT school. The other has a 3+3 program, which has 3 years of pre PT coursework (no degree) and then 3 years of PT school.
Is one program style better than the other? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - June 4, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: stepho1 Tags: Pre-Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
Saving letters of recommendation?
So I'm planning on applying for schools this upcoming cycle, but I'm worried that if I don't get in this year, I will have to ask the my professor/boss/supervisor to send over my letters of recommendation again. In theory that wouldn't be a problem, but I'm concerned my letter will be lost in the void of my supervisor's computer by then. Anyone have ideas on how to store them for next year just in case? I know med students use Interfolio- I was thinking that even though Interfolio doesn't...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - May 30, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: kmillie Tags: Pre-Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
WAMC and list suggestions 3.77/502 (DO)
cgpa 3.77 sgpa 3.7
502
NY resident
South Asian
Small Private ug in NY, b.s biology
1000hrs as an MA, 300hrs hospital intern
~600 hours research (300ug/300 hospital), 2 poster presentations
100 hours MD family practice
450hrs volunteering nonprofit for minority women, won student of the year at this organization, 100 hrs volunteering at physical therapy office
Other extracurricular activities (including athletics, military service, gap year activities...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - May 20, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: patientlights Tags: What Are My Chances? WAMC Medical Source Type: forums
New PTCAS Prompt!
Big news! APTA has confirmed the new PTCAS prompt that will go into effect when the application opens June 15: "Every person has a background, an identity, interests, or talents which they feel their application would be incomplete without having mentioned. Describe the traits or experiences that make you unique and explain how they will help you be a successful physical therapist." Ryan Bannister, Director of Centralized Application Services and Student Recruitment, confirmed this in APTA's...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - May 2, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: JMarcusDPT Tags: Pre-Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
WAMC/School List 516/3.95/ORM
cGPA 3.8, sGPA 3.9/ 516 (128/130/129/129)
UT state resident, Strong ties to AZ (undergrad). ORM from large state school
Clinical: 550 hours Physical therapy tech. 700 hrs as a cardiology scribe. 1150 Hrs total
Research: 180 hrs researching with a private Interventional Radiology clinic. Author on poster and abstract that were presented at large medical conferences. 90 hrs public health research with County health dept. during COVID (case investigator) 270 Hrs total
Shadowing: 50 hrs...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - April 19, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: stillnotjaded Tags: What Are My Chances? WAMC Medical Source Type: forums
Army-Baylor Applicant Forum 2023-2024
Hello all,
If anyone has questions or comments regarding the Army-Baylor Program feel free to post them here. I have a decent amount of information that I can relay from applying last year but would highly recommend attending one of the virtual briefings of the program that you can sign up for here: armybaylordpt@baylor.edu
These are great resources as you have the ability to ask questions of a student, instructor, and admissions team member. I would highly recommend attending if...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - April 8, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: tgridenour Tags: Pre-Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
Western U DPT C/O 2026
Has anyone been offered an interview or admission from Western U? Also, does anyone know if there is FB group or thread for the class of 2026 to connect? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - March 28, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: chrisgretzky Tags: Pre-Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
OSU-Cascades DPT 2023
Anyone accept their offer to Oregon State's DPT program? Haven't heard many people speak about it on here. (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - March 21, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: chrisgretzky Tags: Pre-Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
Baylor DPT (2024 Start)
Hello! I haven't seen a forum on here yet for Baylor's Hybrid program starting next January. I got accepted yesterday and was wondering if anybody else is considering attending or has received an acceptance? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - March 6, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: kansas619 Tags: Pre-Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
Usc VS Pitt residential
Hi everyone.
I just got off the general waitlist of Pitt residential. Does anyone have any idea of Pitt compared to USC?
I know these two schools are great, they have very good reputations and curriculum structures.
A little bit of background. I am an international student so the location may not be a big issue for me since I have to rent a place anyways. But the cost is way way way much different from these two great schools. USC is about 77k a year and Pitt is 16k per term.
Could anyone...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - March 2, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Zooooou00 Tags: Pre-Physical Therapy Source Type: forums
