USC Doctor of Physical Therapy | Online
Become a Physical Therapist From a Program Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
Enjoy a hybrid of online learning and immersive, hands-on training to become an outstanding clinician and leader.
Be Confident in Your Practice
Three Years
Program duration
No GRE
GRE scores not required
12:1
Student-to-faculty ratio
Top-Ranked
Physical Therapy Program by U.S. News & World Report
Join Our CAPTE-Accredited Program
Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), USC’s DPT programs feature a renowned faculty of scientists and clinicians, world-class facilities and a diverse and talented student body. Upon graduation, you will be prepared to sit for the National Physical Therapy Exam for licensure.
Join a Field Projected to Grow 14% by 2033
Our hybrid DPT program prepares graduates to provide patient-centered, evidence-based care and to become leaders in the physical therapy profession.
Hone Key Physical Therapy Skills
Learn to incorporate evidence-based practice, clinical reasoning skills and the differential diagnostic process to function as an autonomous practitioner within the health care system.
Provide patient care in complex circumstances
Diagnose and treat movement dysfunction
Gain intensive laboratory instruction
Practice evidence-based care
Learn manual therapy and facilitation techniques
Summer
Start date
44 Weeks
Of clinical experiences
12
Average on-campus immersions
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