How To Apply
How to Apply
Ƶ DPT is committed to admitting students through a holistic admissions review process. Our program seeks to build a class of students who represent a variety of backgrounds and experiences to develop dedicated and empathetic healthcare professionals. We are a competitive program and evaluate each application on its own merits. Admission decisions are based on all academic work (including undergraduate GPA and science GPA), GRE scores, letters of recommendation, demonstrated service and leadership ability, and feedback from the interview process. Motivation, maturity, interpersonal skills, knowledge of the profession, and the mission of the Ƶ DPT program are also considered.
Admission to Ƶ DPT is highly competitive. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the Class Profile and to learn more about the average criteria of matriculated students and what is looked for in an application file.
Ƶ Timeline
2025-2026 Ƶ Cycle
The Ƶ DPT program participates in the Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service (PTCAS). All applicants must apply through PTCAS. The Ƶ DPT program will begin accepting applications for the Class of 2029 (enrolling January 2027) on June 17, 2025.
*Early Assurance Deadline: August 15, 2025
Final Deadline: December 1, 2025
Applications to Ƶ DPT must be submitted to PTCAS by 11:59 PM ET on the date of the deadline. Applications may be verified by PTCAS after this deadline, however, the Ƶ DPT admissions committee will not receive nor review the application until it has completed the PTCAS verification process. Note: The PTCAS verification time can take up to four weeks following submission.
Once an application has been received and processed, the applicant will receive confirmation and instructions to access the Ƶ Application Status Page. It is the responsibility of the applicant to review the progress of their application by monitoring their status page. Note: Please allow up to two weeks from verification for all materials to be processed by the Office of Graduate Ƶ.
Application files are reviewed by the admissions committee in the order in which they are completed. To be considered for our earliest interview days, please submit, ensure verification, and complete your application file as soon as possible. Invitations to interview will be extended via email to qualified candidates between September and mid-January. Scheduled interview dates will occur between September and March.
*Early Assurance
Early Assurance — while not binding — is intended for candidates whose #1 choice is Ƶ DPT and would plan to enroll, if admitted. Qualified Early Assurance candidates are invited to a dedicated interview date in the fall. On average, over 75% of our Early Assurance interviewees received an offer of admission. Candidates are notified of their admission decision within two weeks of their interview and have until mid-January to accept or decline their admission.
To apply under the Early Assurance deadline,
- submit your Ƶ application through PTCAS by August 15
- answer “yes” to our PTCAS supplemental question about Early Assurance.
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Application Materials
The following items are required for evaluation:
- Verified PTCAS application*
- Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate studies (submit to PTCAS)*
- Two letters of recommendation (submit to PTCAS)*
Ƶ DPT does not have a supplemental application.
*If you have questions about verification or missing documents submitted to PTCAS, please contact PTCAS first. After speaking with PTCAS, if you still have questions, please contact the Graduate Ƶ team at gradadm@elon.edu or 336.728.7600.
For international applicants:
- All application materials listed above
- Course-by-course transcript evaluations from one of the following approved agencies: , , or .
- Demonstration of English language proficiency through one of the following methods (minimum):
- Official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 79 (internet-based tests) or 213 (computer-based examinations)
- Official International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic exam score of 6.5 (overall band)
- Official Duolingo of English Test score of 110
- Completion of undergraduate degree in English
- Certification that English is the applicant’s native language
Accelerated Pathways
Accelerated Pathways is a selective undergraduate program at Ƶ that provides students an opportunity for admission and enrollment into the DPT program. Students must complete targeted programming throughout their undergraduate career in addition to meeting all requirements for matriculation into the DPT program. The undergraduate coursework and programming completed in the Accelerated Pathways Program does not replace any of the DPT curriculum or count as “advanced placement.” Following completion of all Accelerated Pathway requirements, students participate in a final interview prior to acceptance into the DPT program.
Prospective undergraduate students interested in the Accelerated Pathways program may view information about the program and admissions process here. Please work with your undergraduate Ƶ Counselor to apply.
Learn more about Accelerated Pathways
Ƶ Interview
An interview is required for admission. Approximately 200 of the most qualified applicants will be invited to a virtual interview experience. The interview experience includes interviews with Ƶ DPT faculty and a variety of opportunities for candidates to connect with program faculty, staff, and current students.
Notification of Ƶ Decision
All applicants who submit a verified PTCAS application will be notified of their admissions decision in writing via their Ƶ Application Status Page.
Candidates who have been invited to interview will be notified by the Ƶ Committee of their admissions decision within two weeks of their interview. Candidates who are offered admission and are choosing to enroll in the program must confirm their seat in the class by submitting the reply form and a $1,000 non-refundable enrollment deposit by the date listed in their acceptance letter. This deposit is fully credited to the student’s tuition upon matriculation to the program.
Contact
Please direct all questions regarding the admissions requirements or process to the Graduate Ƶ team at gradadm@elon.edu or 336.278.7600.