DPT INFORMATION SESSIONS
The Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training has two information sessions for prospective students that highlight what students need to know if they are just exploring the profession of physical therapy, considering applying to a physical therapy program, or have begun the application for the University of Utah Doctor of Physical Therapy program.
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Audience: Students exploring the profession of physical therapy.
Attendees will learn:
- How physical therapy compares and contrasts with other professions like occupational therapy and athletic training.
- About the professional outlook for physical therapists.
- The history, current state of, and prerequisites to the University of Utah Physical Therapy Program.
Register at your convenience to attend any of the provided dates below.
Audience: Students preparing or planning to apply to the Doctor of Physical Therapy program.
Attendees will learn:
- The prerequisites for admission to the DPT program.
- Details about the application requirements and process.
- Tips for submitting a strong application.
Register at your convenience to attend any of the provided dates below.
STUDENT LED CAMPUS TOURS
Please RSVP by emailing us at dptadmissions@hsc.utah.edu and provide the date and location you will be attending.
Join one of our student led tours at our Salt Lake City facilities. Tours are held at 3:00 PM on the second or third Friday of each month.
- February 20, 2026
- March 20, 2026
- April 17, 2026
- May 15, 2026
Join one of our student led tours at our St. George facilities. Tours are held at 1:00 PM on the second Friday of each month. Additional tours taken upon request, Monday-Friday during business hours.
- February 13, 2026
- March 13, 2026
- April 10, 2026
- May 15, 2026
DPT Graduate Admissions
Elizabeth Southwell
Eric Belair
Nimmy Strand
Interested in the Physical Therapy program?
E-mail your specific questions to dptadmissions@hsc.utah.edu (Residential) OR hybrid.dptadmissions@hsc.utah.edu (Hybrid).
Haven't decided on a major in the College of Health?
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Contact the Academic Advising Center
Students who are exploring majors or have general education and bachelor degree requirement questions should contact the Academic Advising Center at 801-581-8146 or visit their website.
Thinking of an advanced degree within the COH?
Find a COH undergraduate advisor
The College of Health offers undergraduate degrees that can help prepare you for an advanced degree like the Doctor of Physical Therapy. If you have declared a major and interested in an advanced degree contact your advisor early and often throughout your undergraduate program to find out the best options to prepare you and make sure you're on track for your future academic plans.
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