CSU announces Doctor of Physical Therapy program launch date
March 2, 2020
Another doctorate program is launching soon at CSU. The Doctor of Physical Therapy program will begin accepting applications in July 2021, with the first cohort of 48 students set to begin in May 2022.
The full-time program is 120 credit hours and students will complete the DPT in 2 ½ years. In addition to the traditional classroom experience, students must complete three 10-week full-time clinical experiences – which include inpatient, outpatient, and student choice. Students are also required to participate in multiple service-learning projects.
“We are very excited to be partnering with organizations that allow our students opportunities to use their skills to provide service to others,” Director of the Physical Therapy Program Dr. Jacob Thorp said. Those interested in participating as a clinical instructor may contact the department at [email protected].
Currently, Thorp is hosting building tours of the newly completed physical therapy wing. CSU recently completed a modern health science building expansion dedicated to meet the unique needs of PT students. This 15,000 ft2 space includes research and teaching labs, several classrooms, as well as seven break out areas that can be used for individual and group studying. Interested applicants, current students, alumni and community members are welcome to contact Thorp at [email protected] to schedule a tour. Upcoming tours are on March 18 and April 15, 2020.
“The vision of the DPT program at CSU is to embody biblical values and be a nationally recognized leader in academic excellence, compassionate service and advanced clinical care,” Thorp said. “We want to show our students the importance of professionalism in this service-oriented career.”
Learn more about the newest addition to CSU’s academic degree offerings at charlestonsouthern.edu/DPT.
About Charleston Southern University
Founded in 1964, Charleston Southern University is a private, Christian liberal arts university. With an enrollment of 3,459 students, CSU is one of South Carolina’s largest accredited, independent universities and has been recognized as one of America’s Best Christian Colleges, America’s 100 Best College Buys, U.S. News & World Report’s Best Online Bachelor’s Programs (#11 nationally in 2020), U.S. News & World Report’s Best Online Bachelor’s Programs for Veterans (#8 nationally in 2020), Colleges of Distinction, VA Yellow Ribbon Program and a Military Friendly School. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, CSU offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees. Students can learn online or in the classroom. The university’s vision is to be a Christian university nationally recognized for integrating faith in learning, leading and serving.
