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Why Physical Therapy at Marshall University?

  • Faculty with Clinical Specialization (Acute Care, Geriatric, Neurology, Orthopaedics, Pediatrics, Sport)
  • Outstanding Student Outcomes
  • State-of-Art Facilities
  • Affordability (15-17% less than the national average)

What Do Doctor of Physical Therapy Major Do After Graduation?

  • 100% employment rate
  • Practice Physical Therapy (Hospital, Outpatient Facility, Athletic Field, Rehabilitation Facility, Skilled Nursing, School System, Traveling Therapist)
  • Residency/Fellowship Training
  • Own a Private Practice

What Will My Course of Study Look Like?

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Accreditation

The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at Marshall University is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, VA 22305-3085; phone: 703-706-3245; email: accreditation@apta.org; website: http://www.capteonline.org.

CAPTE Accreditation Verification

The MU SOPT is a proud member of the American Council of Academic Physical Therapy (ACAPT).
American Council of Academic Physical Therapy

Program Reciprocity Status

Students who graduate from the Marshall University SOPT and pass the National Physical Therapy Examination are eligible for Physical Therapy Licensure in all 50 states.

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