Admissions Requirements
The Baylor DPT Admissions Committee takes a holistic approach to admitting qualified applicants to the program.
A holistic approach to admissions means that we view the entire student application packet before making a decision regarding admission to the program. This process is driven by the University’s mission and vision to educate men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community.
Program Admission Requirements
Applicants for the Baylor Doctor of Physical Therapy Program must meet the admission requirements and prerequisites outlined below. Baylor does not grant advanced placement credit for experiential learning, or transfer credits from other programs or institutions.
If you have any questions about the Baylor DPT program or admissions requirements, please contact us today at Robbins_Grad@baylor.edu or 254-710-4400. Admissions information is also covered during our monthly webinars, sign up now!
Prerequisite Courses
Human Anatomy and Physiology with laboratory | 8 semester hours/12 quarter hours |
Chemistry with laboratory | 8 semester hours/12 quarter hours |
General Physics with laboratory | 8 semester hours/12 quarter hours |
Biology, laboratory optional but recommended | 6 semester hours/8 quarter hours |
Statistics | 3 semester hours/4 quarter hours |
Any Psychology | 3 semester hours/4 quarter hours |
Abnormal or Developmental Pyschology | 3 semester hours/4 quarter hours |
English Composition or Writing | 3 semester hours/4 quarter hours |
ALL prerequisite coursework must be completed at regionally accredited colleges and universities. For a list of regional accrediting organizations and accredited institutions, please visit the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) website here.
All letter-graded prerequisite coursework is acceptable, no matter when the coursework was completed. However, we strongly recommend that applicants take refresher courses as needed (especially for Anatomy and Physiology) to fully prepare themselves for Baylor's DPT program.
To download a complete list of accepted courses for program prerequisites, click here.