Input/advice needed
Hello all just wanted to get some perspectives on what you some of you would do in my position So I've been in school the past 4 years with no degree, went from a uni(didn't do well at all) to a cc and...
View ArticleEmory vs. GSU vs. Mercer
I've been accepted to all 3 and I'm really torn. Emory: Pros: -Research opportunities -Faculty -Prestige of Emory name after graduation -Elective offerings -Tied to medical school so more collaboration...
View ArticleQuestion about E-submission and School Specific Questions
Hello everyone, I was wondering if I must complete ALL the school specific questions that ask for 4500 character essays before E-submitting my profile. Or is it possible to E-submit the schools that...
View ArticleUndergrad research
Is it valuable to participate in undergraduate research if it isn't directly related to physical therapy? For example, would it be worth my time to assist with research regarding physical activity and...
View ArticleFreaking out about $$$$..advice needed
Hey all, I am entering my final semester of undergrad and was planning on applying to PT school. It is what I have always wanted to do. My freshman and sophomore years were a challenge for me as a...
View ArticleHow does reciprocity tuition work?
I'll admit I haven't looked into this much as of now. I'm a Minnesota resident who will apply to some Wisconsin schools for example, especially because tuition is cheaper there under Minnesota...
View ArticleCan I apply to more schools after e-submitting?
I am ready to e-submit my application because I have finished everything. There are these 2 other schools that I want to apply to but I do not have in-patient observation hours yet to fulfill their...
View ArticleChoosing a bachelors for DPT track...
Hi everyone! I'm contemplating which bachelors to choose for my DPT track. My school offers both Exercise Science and Athletic Training. Which is the better choice of the two when it comes to getting a...
View ArticleUNC housing
Where are most UNC-DPT students finding housing? I've heard parking is terrible on campus so many live on the bus line. Can anyone give some good suggestions for apartment/condo living?
View ArticleWhen does the avg applicant submit app?
I'm considering ED, but I'm concerned about the month & half or so of time lost for applying to my "rolling"schools in the case that I am not admitted to the ED school. Will submitting my app at...
View ArticleProofread my PTCAS essay?
I'm looking for someone to do me a huge favor and proofread my essay, if you're interested please drop your email address and I'll send it to you! If you have an essay that needs proofread, I'd be...
View ArticleKey points in letter of recommendation?
What are some key points you had your boss/coworkers/head PT touch on re: you for your PTCAS reference? Some schools require you to have two different PTs write you a reference. I only have one PT that...
View ArticleWork history ptcas
Is the work history portion of the application relevant? Do internships count as employment? Some of my previous work history has nothing to do with physical therapy should i still put it in??
View ArticleHow should I expect to contribut to my class
I am currently applying for graduate school for PT and one of my essays ask how do I expect to contribute to my class based on academic, community and/ or professional experiences? So far I have made...
View ArticleEssay
I'm thinking about what I'm going to sit down and write for my essay, can anybody give me some feedback on what they wrote/how long their essay was, etc.? I pretty much what I'm going to say but would...
View ArticleGRE Practice Exam
So I just took my first online practice exam (Princeton Review) after ~2 weeks of studying and scored a 147 for both the verbal and quantitative sections. For those who have taken both the practice and...
View ArticleIs attending a program that is a Candidate for Accreditation safe?
I have an interview next month at University of Jamestown for their program, but they are still a candidate for accreditation. The first class started in 2013. I know a program has to be accredited for...
View Article"what have you done to improve your application?"
Hey everyone! Sooo this is my second shot at applying to pt school, and I am dreading writing a thoughtful and moving essay to the question "what have you done to strengthen your application." I am...
View ArticleWest Coast University DPT program
Hello my fellow pt friends. Has anyone heard of West Coast University in Los Angeles? I know that they are starting a DPT program for the fall of 2014 and I was curious if anyone has already been...
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