Doctor of Physical Therapy | Online

Join a Field Projected to Grow 14% by 2033

Prepare to join the next generation of innovative, patient-centered practitioners.

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Become a Skilled, Service-Oriented Physical Therapist

August Start Date

For fall term

26 Months

Program duration

US$99,710

Potential average salary outcome

CAPTE-Accredited

By the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education

Join Our CAPTE-Accredited Program

Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), Arcadia’s hybrid DPT program prepares graduates to pursue licensure and sit for the National Physical Therapy Exam.

Career Opportunities in a Field Projected to Grow 14% by 2033

Arcadia University’s hybrid DPT program is preparing aspiring physical therapists to meet the expanding need for competent, skilled practitioners. The field of physical therapy is constantly growing as demand for its benefits and applications increases.

Median Salaries for Physical Therapists in Top Industries

US$107,870

Home healthcare services

US$103,690

State, local, and private hospitals

US$102,810

Nursing and residential care facilities

Advance Your Leadership in Physical Therapy

Become a research-driven, clinical expert who excels in critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving. Access Arcadia's network of over 250 clinical relationships to develop hands-on skills.

Diagnose and treat movement dysfunction

Apply clinical, behavioral, and research-driven knowledge

Provide comprehensive, patient-centered care

Get clinical education experiences

Become an innovative leader

26 Months

Program duration

CAPTE-Accredited

By the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education

No GRE

GRE scores not required

Learn From World-Renowned Faculty

Arcadia faculty are at the forefront of the physical therapy profession and pursue and model scholarship, best practices, innovative teaching, and leadership.

Philip “Phil” W. McClure PT, PhD, FAPTA

Professor, Chair

A professor of Physical Therapy at Arcadia since 1998, Dr. McClure directed the University’s highly successful transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy program for 14 years prior to becoming Chair of the Department of Physical Therapy. Dr. McClure has earned several national professional awards, including selection as a Catherine Worthingham Fellow of the APTA and the National Award for Excellence in Teaching from the Orthopedic Section of the APTA.

Rebecca “Becky” L. Craik PT, PhD, FAPTA

Dean Emeritus

Dr. Craik received her undergraduate training in Biology at Case Western Reserve University, physical therapy training at Duke University, and doctoral training in physiology at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Temple University. She was a member of the Board of Trustees for the Foundation for Physical Therapy and is currently serving as a mentor for the APTA Education Leadership Institute.

Brian J. Eckenrode PT, DPT, OCS

Associate Professor

Dr. Eckenrode is the coordinator of the Arcadia University Orthopaedic Clinical Residency and director of the Arcadia University Running Injury Clinic. Dr. Eckenrode is a board-certified orthopaedic clinical specialist and graduated from Arcadia with a BA in Psychobiology in 1997. Dr. Eckenrode has published peer-reviewed articles, written book chapters, and presented at numerous physical therapy meetings.

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