Doctor of Physical Therapy

Mount Saint Mary's University provides doctoral education to a diverse student body culminating in physical therapists with sound clinical reasoning in a variety of settings who are committed to professional and personal development, social citizenship and ethical, compassionate care.

Student holding a spine modelAs a Doctoral Program in Physical Therapy we are committed to facilitating life-long learning in the faculty, alumni and the professional community.

The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program will provide an education whose theoretical foundation is structured with the best evidence emphasizing critical thinking and professional behavior. Instruction will be provided by well qualified, professionals with post-professional doctorates, advanced or specialist certification and expertise in their content areas.

95.3%

Average Graduation Rate

Two-year average graduation rate – CAPTE data (Class of 2021, 2022)

98.2%

First-Time Pass Rate

Two-year average first-time pass rate for the licensure exam (Class of 2020, 2021 – Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy Data)

100%

Ultimate Pass Rate

Two-year ultimate pass rate for the licensure exam (Class of 2020, 2021 – Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy Data)

100%

Employment Rate

Employment rate within 1 year following graduation (Class of 2019, 2020)

Pangborn Hall

ROOM TYPES

2-, 3- and 4-person rooms, and 4-person semi-suites

Community-style bathrooms

RESIDENTS

First-year residential students

All-female

RA staff ranging from sophomores to seniors

ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES

Extra-long twin bed (36"x80"), a desk with chair, dresser and closet for each student living in the room

Two 24-hour lounges

Free laundry on first floor

Secured check-in desk and MOUNTcard door access

Internet access in each room

Parking for first-year students and sophomores in Lot 12 on East Campus

Sheridan Hall

Sheridan Hall is home to nearly 150 first-year students.

ROOM TYPES

2-, 3-, 4- and 6-person rooms

Community-style bathrooms (2-per floor)

RESIDENTS

First-year students

Coed by floor

RA staff ranging from sophomores to seniors

ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES

Extra-long twin bed (36"x80"), a desk with chair, dresser and closet for each student living in the room

Two 24-hour lounges

Free laundry on bottom floor

Secured check-in desk and MOUNTcard door access

Internet access in each room

Parking for first-year students and sophomores in Lot 12 on East Campus; juniors/seniors in Lot 7 or 10.

PNC Fitness Center, Lower Level: This area contains our strength equipment such as dumbbells, free weights, power racks, functional trainers, and some selectorized machines.

PNC Fitness Center, Upper Level: This area contains our cardio equipment such as bikes, treadmills, elliptical trainers, and stair climbers.

Field House: This area consists of four courts that can be used for basketball, volleyball, tennis, and soccer.

Indoor Track: The track in the field house is approximately 1/10 of a mile long and is equipped with state-of-the-art MONDO™ athletic gym flooring.