Admissions

Applying to the DPT Program

Applications to the Hunter College Doctor of Physical Therapy Program should be completed through the Graduate Admissions Online Application system.

Please note that the Hunter College Doctor of Physical Therapy Program does not participate in PTCAS.

The deadline for submitting your application online is November 1st for the class starting the following June.

The DPT Program holds Zoom informational sessions throughout the academic year to provide applicants with an opportunity to learn about the program and the admission process. Participants get an opportunity to ask questions to assure they have all the needed information for their decision-making process.  For dates and information on how to sign-up for the information sessions please see Information Sessions.

If you have additional questions, you may contact Mrs. Maureen Brennan at the Hunter College Physical Therapy Department at 212-396-7103 or via email gradpt@hunter.cuny.edu.

PLEASE NOTE:

  • The deadline for completing the required 100 hours of clinical experiences, in at least TWO different settings, is November 1st.
    • At least 50 of these hours must be in an in-patient setting.
    • This is crucial to your understanding of the profession you are aiming to join.
  • All course prerequisites, including earning a bachelor’s degree, must be completed PRIOR to starting the program on the first week of June.
  • You must have completed most (preferably all) of the science prerequisites by the Fall semester when you apply to the program. Your outcome in these courses is crucial to our ability to determine your eligibility for an interview.
  • Incomplete application packets will not make their way to the PT department for review. The clinical experience must be completed, or under way, for you to be considered for an interview.
  • Cumulative GPA should be at or above 3.0 for consideration for admission.  A science GPA of 3.2 or above is recommended.  All applications are reviewed thoroughly.  Lower GPA’s are less competitive due to the high number of qualified applicants.
  • The GRE is required and scores must be forwarded to the Hunter College Graduate Admissions Office. The Hunter College code number for the GRE’s is 2301.  GRE scores are acceptable if taken in the past five (5) years.  We must receive the original score report sent by the Educational Testing Service.