UM SOM: Department of Physical Therapy

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Prospective Students

Thank you for your interest in the Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. We currently offer two advanced degree programs in the fields of physical therapy and rehabilitation science: a three-year, entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physical Rehabilitation Science for those interested in the research aspects of physical therapy and rehabilitation.

Our department has a rich, 50-year tradition of producing some of the best and brightest in the field of physical therapy and rehabilitation science. In all of our programs, we look for candidates with leadership skills, philanthropic interests and a demonstrated dedication to the fields of physical therapy and rehabilitation science.

Please select the program below that you are interested in.

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Open House

An admissions Open House is held each semester. The next Open House will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2008 from 9:00 am to 12 noon at 100 Penn Street, Allied Health Building, Baltimore MD 21201. Applicants for all programs - Entry-Level Doctor of Physical Therapy and PhD in Rehabilitation Science - are welcome to attend. Join us and meet our faculty and students. Please see the link below for the Open House agenda or use the other link below to RSVP online.

Campus Visits

Prospective applicants who have questions concerning the admissions requirements and application process are also welcome to schedule an appointment with the Director of Student Affairs. Please contact us at least one week prior to your intended visit.

To schedule an appointment, please contact Joyce Johnson, Admissions Coordinator at 410-706-7721 or email jjohnson@som.umaryland.edu.

Anatomy Lab Tours

Guided tours of the Anatomy Lab are conducted during the month of June. During the tour you will observe Basic Sciences I for the Entry-Level DPT program (human anatomy dissection) while in session. Information concerning admission into the entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy program will also be available.

 

 

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