A technology-infused curriculum and hands-on clinical training prepare you for today’s rapidly changing healthcare environment. Use simulations, contemporary assessment tools, and transformative research to excel in local and global healthcare delivery.
Why Earn a Doctor of Physical Therapy at New York Tech?
Physical Therapy is a health profession that promotes optimal human health and function through the application of scientific principles to prevent, identify, assess, correct, or alleviate acute or prolonged movement dysfunctions. Physical therapy encompasses areas of specialized competence and includes the development of new principles and applications to more effectively meet current and emerging health needs.
Our Doctor of Physical Therapy program gives you the clinical and critical thinking skills you’ll need to care holistically for your patients as individuals. You’ll learn from experienced D.P.T. faculty, the majority of whom are board-certified clinical specialists in the areas of orthopedic, sports, neurological, geriatric, and pediatric patient care, who bring the latest contemporary practice principles to your classroom. You’ll also work side-by-side on professional research, including opportunities to co-author articles in peer-reviewed publications and/or present your findings at national and international conferences.
Upon graduation, we also offer a postgraduate Orthopedic Residency Program, which allows you to hone your skills in an intense one-year training program.
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What You’ll Learn
Classroom lectures in treatment interventions, injury prevention, and more are infused with case-based learning activities, allowing you to work with your peers to problem-solve and develop valuable clinical skills. Gain even more real-world experience through 36 weeks of clinical education.
Work side-by-side with experienced faculty on professional research, including opportunities to study the impact of neurological disorders, injuries, and other conditions.
A state-of-the-art 3-D interactive dissection table, high-tech patient simulation center, dedicated teaching and biomedical labs, and other facilities prepare future healthcare professionals for clinical practice.
Your training includes 36 weeks of full-time clinical work, where you’ll serve under the supervision of experienced practitioners as you develop your skills in patient care.
Our post-professional clinical residency program in orthopedic physical therapy further prepares you to become a confident, adaptable, and service-oriented practitioner. Teach orthopedic courses and earn a salary while completing your clinical requirements
Stats & Rankings
97.7%
Graduation rate for New York Tech D.P.T. candidates in 2018
100%
Three-year employment rate for New York Tech D.P.T. graduates
100%
Three-year ultimate pass rate on the National Physical Therapy Examination
Career & Salary Outlook
With your expert training and passion for restoring physical well-being, you’ll have access to a wealth of opportunities in this thriving area of the allied health field.
Job Growth
Fifteen percent greater demand for physical therapists is projected through 2032 (BLS).
Nearly 14,000 new positions are expected each year.
Employers & Internships
Montefiore Medical Center
Northwell Health
NYC Department of Education
NYU Winthrop Hospital
Professional Physical Therapy
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Career Options
Home Health/Hospice Care
Outpatient Clinics
Professional Sports Teams
Rehabilitation Facilities
Research Centers
Sports and Fitness Training
Salary Projections
Physical therapists have a median U.S. annual salary of $97,720 (BLS).
Program Details
Learn more about the Physical Therapy, D.P.T. program, including admission requirements, how to apply, and scholarship/funding opportunities.
The Physical Therapy, D.P.T. has specific admissions requirements, including a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university; several minimum academic standards; and technical standards. International students have additional requirements.
International F-1 students who successfully complete this degree program are eligible for an additional 24-month STEM OPT extension to work in the U.S. in an area directly related to their area of study immediately upon completing the customary 12-month post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Student Voices
New York Tech has given me the opportunity to really develop and improve upon myself more than I could have ever imagined. It’s really special how there are so many different professors in our program who are all out there to help us succeed and teach us different skills to make us better.
From 36 weeks of clinical education to the opportunity to participate in research and global healthcare delivery, learn more about the Physical Therapy, D.P.T. at New York Tech.
