I am a prospective Doctor of PT student. I hold a BA from a top college (3.83 GPA, magna cum laude, phi beta kappa) but I was a non-science major and I need to complete all prerequisite coursework. I am debating enrolling in courses at a state university or community college. Based on your knowledge and experience, do DPT programs prefer students who complete prerequisites at a state university versus a community college?
I have contacted a number of schools who say they accept coursework from all accredited institutions (including CCs) with no preference given to 4-year schools. This sounds great, however, I want to be as confident as possible that I am taking the correct steps to be a competitive applicant before spending 3 semesters in prerequisite classes.
I am not currently considering post-bac programs as they are significantly more expensive than enrolling in non-degree/certificate courses (open to advise here) and perhaps it goes without saying, community college courses are significantly more affordable and convenient than those at a state university.
A bit of my background: I am 26-years old, currently working in the consulting field, I have studied dance/yoga/pilates from a young age, and I am eager to help others regain and maintain physical abilities. Volunteer experience to date leads me to believe PT would be a tremendously rewarding career.
Thank you all SO MUCH for your advice and insights. I greatly appreciate it!
I have contacted a number of schools who say they accept coursework from all accredited institutions (including CCs) with no preference given to 4-year schools. This sounds great, however, I want to be as confident as possible that I am taking the correct steps to be a competitive applicant before spending 3 semesters in prerequisite classes.
I am not currently considering post-bac programs as they are significantly more expensive than enrolling in non-degree/certificate courses (open to advise here) and perhaps it goes without saying, community college courses are significantly more affordable and convenient than those at a state university.
A bit of my background: I am 26-years old, currently working in the consulting field, I have studied dance/yoga/pilates from a young age, and I am eager to help others regain and maintain physical abilities. Volunteer experience to date leads me to believe PT would be a tremendously rewarding career.
Thank you all SO MUCH for your advice and insights. I greatly appreciate it!
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