Kinesiology with an Accelerated Doctor of Physical Therapy

Kinesiology 3 + 2.5 DPT

The Kinesiology 3 + 2.5 DPT emphasis offers an accelerated undergraduate and graduate academic curriculum. While in the undergraduate curriculum students will meet each semester with a licensed physical therapist to ensure they are achieving the expected academic progress but also are active in campus based activities. The program’s purpose is to prepare competent, ethical, and compassionate prospective physical therapy practitioners with a well developed understanding of scientific principles of human movement, rehabilitation and physiology.

As undergraduates, students will build a strong foundation in anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, motor learning, exercise physiology, and evidence-based practice. Students will also be involved in professional development, observational experiences, and service-learning opportunities to help ensure they understand the expectations and responsibilities of the physical therapy profession before transitioning to their doctoral studies.

Upon progression into the DPT program, students engage in advanced coursework in musculoskeletal, neurologic, cardiopulmonary, and pediatric physical therapy, along with clinical reasoning, differential diagnosis, and patient management. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on laboratory instruction, interprofessional collaboration, and integration of current research into clinical practice. Students complete four, full-time clinical education experiences across diverse practice settings, including outpatient, inpatient, and specialized rehabilitation environments, preparing them for licensure and professional practice.

Admission Requirements

The following requirements must be met to be eligible for the program:

• Official Transcripts from all colleges and universities
• Completion of the general application
• A high School GPA of 3.5 or greater as computed by the Office of Admissions
• SAT score of 1150 or higher or ACT score of 25 or higher
• Completion of an interview with a CSU DPT faculty member after meeting all other Kinesiology 3+2.5 DPT admission criteria