HU Division of
Allied Health Sciences
Department of
Physical Therapy
Sixth and Bryant St, NW
Washington, D.C. 20059
(202) 806-7613
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    ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
    The following requirements must be satisfied for admission:
    • Applicants must have received a baccalaureate degree in any field, from an accredited institution prior to start of classes in the Physical Therapy program.
    • Possess a minimum overall GPA of 3.0/4.0 in all required prerequisite courses .
    • No required courses with a grade below "C" are accepted.
    • Possess a minimum of 3.0/4.0 cumulative GPA in the required sciences courses .
    • Math and Science courses must have been completed within seven years of application.
    • Submit two professional recommendation letters.
    • Submit an autobiographical sketch (1-3 pages).
    • Submit a statement of reason for professional career choice (1-2 pages).
    • The Admissions Committee may invite candidates who meet the minimum admission requirements for an interview.
    • Candidates will be selected following a competitive evaluation process.
    Please return the completed application and all the above requested items to:

    Admissions Committee
    Physical Therapy Department
    Howard University Division of Allied Health Sciences
    Room B-14 Annex I
    6th and Bryant Streets N.W.,
    Washington, DC 20059

    All official transcripts and letters of recommendation should be sent to the above address. For application deadline please call 202-806-7615.

    Howard University Equal Opportunity Policy
    Howard University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, marital status, religion, handicap, age, sexual orientation, political affiliation or any other basis prohibited by Federal or District of Columbia law. This policy covers administration of the University's educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other University administered programs and employment. Inquires regarding provisions for handicapped persons, equal opportunity and Title IX should be addressed to the appropriate person listed below:

    Section 504 Coordinator (handicapped), Dr. Barbara Williams,
    202- 238-2420
    Title IX Coordinator, Sharon P. Banks,
    202-806-2650;
    Office of Equal Opportunity Officer, Talaya Gilmore Moye,
    202-806-5054.


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