WashU Doctor of Physical Therapy Admissions: Inside a Top-Ranked Program [Episode 622]

Send us your admissions questions!What should applicants know about WashU Medicine’s Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program?In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, Dr. Valerie Wherley speaks with Dr. Steven Ambler – professor of physical therapy and orthopaedic surgery, division director of education, and DPT program director at WashU Medicine – about the program’s curriculum, culture, student support, research opportunities, and admissions process.Dr. Ambler explains how WashU integrates early clinical experience into the curriculum, why the program emphasizes collaboration over competition, and how faculty coaching helps support students throughout their training. He also shares how the admissions committee evaluates applicants holistically and what qualities make an application stand out.If you’re considering physical therapy school and want an inside look at one of the country’s most respected DPT programs, this episode offers practical guidance and useful perspective.00:00 WashU Medicine DPT Program Overview01:22 Why the WashU DPT Program is Top-Ranked04:08 Early Integrated Clinical Experience07:05 Alumni Preceptors and Clinical Placements07:53 Student Support, Collaboration, and Coaching13:20 Research Opportunities for DPT Students17:42 Holistic Admissions Review at WashU 21:53 What Makes a Competitive WashU DPT ApplicantFollow UsYouTubeFacebookLinkedInContact [email protected]+1 (310) 815-9553