Entry-Level Dual-Degree BS in Athletic Training/Doctor of Physical Therapy (4+3) Admissions

Prospective First-Year Student Application Process

The dual-degree DPT program admits students through the undergraduate first-year student application process (also called an early assurance program). Provided the student meets academic progression standards throughout their undergraduate years, they will be guaranteed a seat in the graduate portion of the program.

Typically, DPT students combine their graduate studies with a bachelor’s degree in health sciences studies or athletic training.

How to Apply

While admission requirements differ for traditional, international and military students, we are committed to making the application process as simple and streamlined as possible. Learn more about each admission process and complete your application by clicking the links below.

Once admitted, you’ll also have the option to apply to the university’s Honors Program, which presents not only a more challenging academic experience, but many opportunities for cultural growth as well.

First-Year Student

International Student

Military Student

Honors Program

Internal and External College Applicants Application Process

The Quinnipiac University Physical Therapy Department invites undergraduate students to apply to the graduate DPT program on a space-available basis.

No spaces are anticipated to be available for the 2021–22 academic year.

Application Eligibility

Applications will be accepted from students who have successfully completed all of the necessary requirements and/or are within 32 or fewer credits from undergraduate degree completion. All prerequisite courses and requirements are posted on the DPT program website.

Key Admission Dates

Both internal and external applicants can apply through the Quinnipiac University Office of Graduate Admissions.

• Internal candidates: May apply as early as September 15
• External candidates: May apply as early as October 15

Admission Requirements

• Proof of successful completion of a bachelor’s degree from Quinnipiac University or a regionally accredited institution (or are within 32 credits from completing an undergraduate degree)
• Official transcripts from all institutions attended
• GPA: 3.2 overall GPA and 3.2 prerequisite GPA with no prerequisite course grade below a “C”
  • Applicants may retake a maximum of two courses one time each for a grade replacement.
• Letters of recommendation: Two letters of recommendation
  • One from a past employer/personal reference, one from an academic source who can attest to the applicant’s academic performance
• Response to one essay question: “Why do you want to be a physical therapist?”
• Health care experiences: Documentation of 60 contact hours of health care experience, either volunteer or paid.
  • At least 20 of these hours must be in two different physical therapy practice settings (e.g., hospital, nursing home, rehabilitation agency, outpatient department, private practice, etc.).