Doctor of Physical Therapy

Tuition is Current tuition and fee charts can be found on the Georgia Southern University Bursar’s website.. The application deadline for Doctor of Physical Therapy is Oct 1, 2026.

The Doctor of Physical Therapy program combines systems-based and lifespan approaches to understand diseases and disorders affecting movement and the evidence-based clinical methods to treat them. The curriculum includes extensive clinical practice, totaling 32 weeks, to build competence across various patient populations and issues. Training emphasizes applying evidence-based practices and the latest research to prepare students for lifelong learning in the profession.

The program requires 134 credit hours distributed across coursework, three clinical observation practicums, and two 12-week clinical practice placements, totaling 32 weeks of full-time clinical experience.

Graduates are eligible to take the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) and apply for licensure, qualifying them for careers as licensed physical therapists in settings such as hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, private practices, rehabilitation centers, and schools.

Applicants need a bachelor's degree and prerequisite coursework with a minimum 3.0 overall GPA and 3.0 physical science GPA. Required are official GRE scores (verbal 146, quantitative 144), Altus Suite (CASPer) results, 75 hours of physical therapy observation, and three reference forms, including one from a physical therapist.

The programme totals about 134 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, nine semesters. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 90% of applicants.

Georgia Southern University brings together four campuses and more than a century of history. Its main settings include Statesboro, Savannah and Hinesville, with opportunities for campus life, online study and participation in more than 300 student groups. Students can also follow 17 NCAA Division I teams and build connections through a campus community focused on collaboration and academic support.

Academic choices cover more than 150 undergraduate and graduate programs across 10 colleges and schools. Areas of study include business, healthcare, engineering and the arts. Faculty bring real-world experience into challenging coursework, hands-on learning and career preparation. Internships, industry partnerships and other collaborations help connect classroom learning with future work. Georgia Southern also offers flexible online programs for students who need to learn around work or family responsibilities.

Research reflects the university's links with the region and its practical concerns. Work addresses manufacturing, advanced materials, fitness, sustainable fuels, community health, coastal ecosystems and supply chains. In Savannah, the university co-leads the Savannah Logistics Innovation Center with the Savannah Economic Development Authority and partners with Plug and Play. Students in logistics and supply chain management can encounter internships, scholarships, certifications, site tours and case competitions through the curriculum. International students can compare programs by subject, degree level, campus location or college, and choose between in-person and online study where available.