Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science
Scholarships and Awards

University of Maryland, Baltimore Doctor of Physical Therapy students can apply for various scholarships. Some are available through the admissions process, and some are available while they are enrolled. 

Any questions regarding timelines and eligibility for scholarships should be sent to ptadmissions@som.umaryland.edu. Information regarding financial aid eligibility should be directed to aidtalk@umaryland.edu.

Current Students

Awards for Current UMSOM PTRS Students

Incoming Students

Awards for Incoming UMSOM PTRS Students

Physical Therapy General Scholarship

The Physical Therapy General Scholarship is annually awarded to 5 DPT students with demonstrated financial need and a strong academic record.

Criteria
  • The Physical Therapy General Scholarship is annually awarded to 5 incoming DPT students with demonstrated financial need and a strong academic record.
    • Strong undergraduate academic record
  • Demonstrated financial need according to the FAFSA

Florence P Kendall Scholarship

The Florence P Kendall Scholarship provides scholarship support for new students enrolled in the Physical Therapy Program at the UMSOM Department of PTRS.

Criteria
  • Awarded to incoming student with top GPA.

Brian Bainbridge Memorial Scholarship

The Brian Bainbridge Memorial Scholarship provides scholarship support for students enrolled in the Physical Therapy Program at the UMSOM, Department of PTRS.

Criteria
  • Current FAFSA on file for next academic year

Contact

Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Allied Health Research Building
100 Penn Street, 115
Baltimore, MD 21201
410-706-1816
ptadmissions@som.umaryland.edu