Study Doctor of Physical Therapy at Sacred Heart University in the USA, College of Health Professions
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Doctor of Physical Therapy

USA

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What will I learn?

The Doctor of Physical Therapy curriculum at Sacred Heart emphasizes clinical decision-making, self-directed learning, and hands-on, real-world experience. Students graduate with the skills, knowledge, and experience needed for a successful career.
You’ll graduate with the knowledge and experience needed to help people regain mobility and health.

As a physical therapist, you will use your skills and expertise to work with patients to optimize movement, promote health and wellness, mitigate the progression of impairments, and prevent additional disability.

The doctor of physical therapy curriculum is organized around carefully designed patient or professional practice problems that students study, discuss, and research in small groups. As a result, students graduate with the experience, confidence and communication skills needed for a successful career.

Which department am I in?

College of Health Professions

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
US$39,500.00 per year
Living Expenses (Housing & Food) 6,356/semester
Start date

Expected August 2027

Venue

Fairfield Campus

5151 Park Avenue,

Fairfield,

Connecticut,

06825, Northeast, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Students must possess the equivalent of a four-year bachelors degree from an accredited college or university. In addition, international applicants should have achieved an excellent academic record that includes at least sixteen years of primary, secondary, and college-level education.

For all non-native English speakers, an official English language proficiency examination is required. The following examinations and minimum scores are accepted:

  • TOEFL 80+
  • TOEFL iBT Home Edition: 80
  • TOEFL Essentials: 8.5
  • Academic IELTS 6.5
  • Duolingo 110

Other Acceptable Exam Scores

  • PTE: 62
  • iTEP: 5
  • Cambridge C1 Advanced: 180
  • Completion of ELS 112
  • Completion of EF Level C1
  • Completion of Talk Level 7
  • EIKEN: pre-1
  • GTEC: 1200
  • PTE: 62
  • SHU ESL Program: Score of 90 on exit ESL exam AND successful completion of Level 5 or 6
  • VEPT 5.5

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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