Do you aspire to improve mobility and overall physical well-being for people? IWU’s Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree program can give you the tools you need to help others recover their mobility following injury or illness. Plus, complete your doctorate of physical therapy in as little as three years!
Why Pursue My Doctorate of Physical Therapy at IWU?
With a doctoral program you can complete in as little as three years, IWU has aimed for the highest caliber of higher education experience for more than a century—and online education for more than a quarter century. We lock in your tuition rates when you begin, meaning no tuition hikes for the duration of your program. Today, we are proud to offer the support you need to have a meaningful impact on mobility and overall well-being—through faculty who bring a practitioner-centered approach to your learning and curriculum aligned to industry standards and best practices. Our Christian faculty teach from the same biblical worldview valued on our campus, so that students can implement these principles in a fulfilling career.
What Will I Learn in a Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree Program?
This DPT program develops a well-rounded approach to your physical therapy practice through a focus on five core areas: professional development and advocacy, therapeutic skills, early clinical experiences, movement science, and clinic management. Explore fundamental physical therapy and sub-disciplines including human anatomy, human physiology, human pathophysiology, kinesiology, and more. Take advantage of our Early-Integrated Clinical (ICE) skills learning format that lets you apply learning to hands-on experiences with clinic patients from the beginning of your program.
What Makes IWU Different?
IWU has provided education for more than 100 years.
Faith-integrated curriculum and a commitment to changing the world.
Center for Student Success for counseling, tutoring, and more!
Coursework for your doctoral degree covers how to:
These courses contain the program-specific knowledge. Upon completion, you should have the tools to conquer your new career with confidence. For a full list of courses required to complete your degree, please visit the course catalog. Click on a course below to view the description.
DPT-701,DPT-702,DPT-721,DPT-741,DPT-761,DPT-703,DPT-711,DPT-722,DPT-742,DPT-762,DPT-712,DPT-704,DPT-723,DPT-731,DPT-743,DPT-763,DPT-751,DPT-713,DPT-724,DPT-732,DPT-744,DPT-771,DPT-705,DPT-714,DPT-725,DPT-733,DPT-745,DPT-764,DPT-752,DPT-753,DPT-726,DPT-734,DPT-746,DPT-765,DPT-747,DPT-727,DPT-735,DPT-895,DPT-866,DPT-748,DPT-881,DPT-882,DPT-849,DPT-883
Take your career to the next level with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from IWU!
The Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Indiana Wesleyan University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), www.hlcommission.org, 312-263-0456. Other accreditations and associations of Indiana Wesleyan University are available at www.indwes.edu/about/iwu-profile/accreditation.
Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at Indiana Wesleyan University is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: accreditation@apta.org; website: http://www.capteonline.org. The program’s current status is probationary accreditation; for more information see https://www.capteonline.org/WhatWeDo/RecentActions/PublicDisclosureNotices/. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call 765-677-3698 or email physical.therapy@indwes.edu. Additionally, IWU has decided to teach-out current students enrolled in the DPT program and move towards closure of the DPT program. Moving forward, the program will no longer accept incoming students. For additional information, contact the program/institution directly at 765-677-3698 or email physical.therapy@indwes.edu.
Complaints outside due process from external stakeholders may be made here by following the page to the Complaint Form link. Retaliation is prohibited following complaint submission. All submission resolutions are overseen by the associate provost in collaboration with the program director and/or dean of the School of Health Sciences as appropriate.
Indiana Wesleyan University | Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
Financial Fact Sheet 2024
The data applies to students experiencing the program between Jan. 1, 2024 – Dec. 31, 2024.
Length of Program which includes all student instruction/interaction (including classroom, laboratory, exams, and clinical education). Include the total number of weeks where either full or partial attendance is required.
Length of Program in Weeks excluding breaks: 134
Length of Program in Weeks including breaks: 140
Clinical Education
Does this program have a requirement for all students to complete at least one clinical education experience for which the students would be required to seek alternative housing or travel accommodations to attend: No
Note: Students are responsible for costs associated with housing, travel and food during clinical education.
Student Costs
Note: These are costs experienced by students enrolled in the program between Jan. 1, 2024 – Dec. 31, 2024. Annual costs are estimates and may be subject to increases. Students should contact the program for further information related to costs
Note: Annual costs are estimates and may be subject to increases. Students should contact the program for further information related to costs.
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Private Institution Student | $33,864 | $33,864 | $33,864 | $101,592 |
| Annual Institutional Fees for a Full-time Student [Includes general institutional fees, health insurance, recreation, etc.] |
$240 | $240 | $330 | $810 |
| Total Expected Cost of Other Program-related Expenses [Includes: required texts, laboratory fees, and other program costs for the entire technical program.] |
$2,160 | $1,015 | $785 | $3,960 |
| Total Cost of the Program [Includes: tuition, fees and other program costs for the entire program.] |
$36,264 | $35,119 | $34,979 | $106,362 |
Note: Students are encouraged to explore the cost of living for areas where they may choose to live. One possible website: livingwage.mit.edu
Does the institution offer financial assistance specific to DPT students? No
Does the program/institution offer scholarships specific to DPT students? No
Does the program offer graduate assistantships specific to DPT students? No
Note: Other opportunities may exist at the institution for FINANCIAL SUPPORT. Please contact us for further information.
APTA student members are encouraged to visit the APTA Financial Solutions Center at https://www.apta.org/your-career/financial-solutions-center.
Student Debt Summary
Average student debt from the DPT Program for students who graduated or will graduate between Jan. 1 – Dec. 31, 2024: $105,686
Average total student debt after completing the DPT Program for students who graduated or will graduate between Jan. 1 – Dec. 31, 2024: $136,642
Indiana Wesleyan University | Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
Outcome Data 2024
| Year | Graduation Rate | Employment Rate | First-time Pass Rate | Ultimate Pass Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 86% | TBD* | 76.5% | TBD* |
| 2025 |
*To Be Determined (TBD) fields will be provided as soon as information is available.
