Pre-Physical Therapy articles for students preparing for PT and DPT programs, including prerequisite planning, admissions strategy, application timelines, school selection, and career pathway decisions.
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Abstract: This article provides advice on writing effective letters of recommendation for a scholarship awardee, ... Read more
Emil Chuck, PhD
Updated August 20, 2026 by Emil Chuck, PhD
Pre-DentalPre-HealthPre-MedicalPre-Occupational TherapyPre-OptometryPre-PharmacyPre-Physical TherapyPre-PodiatryPre-PsychologyPre-Veterinary
The admissions process can feel overwhelming. Applications, with personal statements, letters of recommendation, deadlines, interviews, ... Read more
Heidi Fuchs
Updated May 5, 2026 by Heidi Fuchs
Congratulations on your decision to apply to PT school! Observation experiences are an important part ... Read more
Lauren Calamari
Updated August 21, 2026 by Lauren Calamari
When you’re planning to apply to physical therapy school, you may or may not have ... Read more
Meredith Castin
Updated June 24, 2022 by Meredith Castin
This is the second article in our series about the physical therapy admissions process.
Gregory Brusola
Updated August 17, 2022 by Gregory Brusola
A brief overview of the process of applying to physical therapy programs.
Gregory Brusola
Updated August 17, 2022 by Gregory Brusola
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