GPA's, GRE's, XTRA's, ACCEPTANCES

[ralfloran]

congrats i went to UB for undergrad and did ES also..im attending NYU in the summer

What year did you graduate?

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[twotired]

How did MGHIHP reach out to you? Email? Phone call? Thx.

The office of admissions called me and told me they wanted to offer me a seat in the class. They said my online decision letter would be updated. My decision letter didn't say anything about a merit award and gave me two weeks to submit a deposit. About a week later I received an email from the financial aid office with generic "these are the types of loans you can apply for, etc" information.

 

[PrePTatUofO13]

FINAL UPDATE!!!!!

University: University of Oregon
Major: Human Physiology
Overall GPA: 3.54
Prereq GPA: 3.68
GRE: V 146, Q 152, W 4.5

Observation Hours: 65 Outpatient Orthopedic, 30 Skilled Nursing Facility/Geriatrics, 60 Pediatrics Outpatient, 15 Inpatient

PTCAS Submitted on 7/23
PTCAS Verified on 7/28

Applied: Loma Linda University, Midwestern University (Glendale), AT Still University, Pacific University (Oregon), Nova Southeastern University, George Fox University

Interviews: Midwestern University (9/16), Loma Linda University (9/23), AT Still University (10/21), George Fox University (2/4)
Acceptances: AT Still University (10/28), Nova Southeastern University (11/22), George Fox University (2/13)
Waitlisted: Midwestern University (9/28), Loma Linda University (1/30)
Rejections: Pacific University (2/13)

Attending: George Fox University!!

 

[ASUDevils]

Major: Exercise and Wellness at ASU
Overall GPA: 3.92
Pre-Req GPA: 4.0
GRE: 149 V 149 Q 4.5AW
Awards/Honors: Summa Cum Laude, Outstanding Senior Award (ASU), Phi Kappa Phi, Academic Excellence Scholarship.

LOR: 2 from professors in my major, 1 from PT(director or the clinic) , 1 from Employer.

Observation Hours: 800 outpatient(neuro, various ortho including aquatics), 20 acute inpatient( respiratory, neuro)

Applying To: Midwestern, NAU

Interviews: NAU

Acceptances: NAU

Rejections: Waitlist at Midwestern

ATTENDING: NAU!

Two Cents :
The GRE isn't everything. First, get some good letters of recommendation from folks who really see your passion. I personally feel that my letter of recommendation from the PT, although I never got to read it, was a driving force in my application. I knew that I made an impression on her and she would reciprocate this in my letter. Make strong connections with the professionals you meet in your internships and volunteerships. Secondly, add diversity to your experiences through different settings. This helped me in my interview as I was able to recall experiences from a wide array of settings. Shoot for those hard to get spots in the hospitals as it will really set you apart. Third, Write a well thought out response to the PTcas prompt and make sure its proof read by AT LEAST 3 people( I even sent it to professors). Lastly, interview with confidence. I was nervous having only two schools in my sights but I had faith and gave it my everything. I made sure I wasn't a stone statue and that my answers were not content they would hear all day from other candidates.

Best of luck to everyone, if you have any questions let me know.

Forgive any typos, using a cell phone.

 

[ASUDevils]

BUMP

It's really coming down to your GPA/GRE in my opinion. Some schools from what I have heard will actually rank applicants by GPA right off the bat. So get that GPA up, retake physics it should be easier this time around as you've been exposed to all of the material. Visit with tutors, READ the chapter before lecture, stay focused, don't give up. If you are as passionate about this field as you stated, then a year or two extra should not come as an impassable obstacle. I have seen people get in with similar GPA' s so perhaps you need to refine your list of schools. Keep your chin up, nose to the grindstone, a push through adversity.

 

[aka_mai]

I am also still waiting from Rosalind Franklin! Hopefully you declining will free up a spot for me if you're offered an interview!

When did you hear from midwestern about an interview?

I think it was around the 1st or 2nd of February. I honestly can't remember if they emailed or sent a letter though. I hope you hear back from Rosalind Franklin! Fingers crossed for you!

 

[kingofqueensDPT]

What year did you graduate?

2015

 

[sjay12]

Update!!!

Major: Biology
Overall GPA: 3.79
Pre-Req GPA: 3.5-3.6
GRE: 162V, 151Q, 5.0AW

Observation hours: 635 total hours completed in outpatient ortho, inpatient rehabilitation, and outpatient pediatrics

Extracurricular: mentor/tutor for students with intellectual disabilities, adaptive sports with children with disabilities, executive board member for Dance Marathon, camp counselor for campers with disabilities

Applied: University of South Carolina, MUSC, Armstrong State University, Mercer University, Augusta University, Duke, Western Carolina, University of Miami, and UF

Acceptances: Mercer University (11/21), Augusta University (11/23), University of Miami (12/12), Western Carolina (12/14), MUSC (2/17), UF (2/22)

Waitlist: University of South Carolina (1/26), MUSC (1/27)

Rejections: N/A

Interviews: University of Miami (10/14), Augusta University (10/28), Mercer (11/19), Western Carolina (12/10), Armstrong State University (1/27--declined)

 

[Teekam]

Update!!!

Major: Biology
Overall GPA: 3.79
Pre-Req GPA: 3.5-3.6
GRE: 162V, 151Q, 5.0AW

Observation hours: 635 total hours completed in outpatient ortho, inpatient rehabilitation, and outpatient pediatrics

Extracurricular: mentor/tutor for students with intellectual disabilities, adaptive sports with children with disabilities, executive board member for Dance Marathon, camp counselor for campers with disabilities

Applied: University of South Carolina, MUSC, Armstrong State University, Mercer University, Augusta University, Duke, Western Carolina, University of Miami, and UF

Acceptances: Mercer University (11/21), Augusta University (11/23), University of Miami (12/12), Western Carolina (12/14), MUSC (2/17)

Waitlist: University of South Carolina (1/26), MUSC (1/27)

Rejections: N/A

Interviews: University of Miami (10/14), Augusta University (10/28), Mercer (11/19), Western Carolina (12/10), Armstrong State University (1/27--declined)

Are you waiting on the other schools or are you choosing of the ones you've been accepted to? Just curious, I'm on the waitlist at Mercer, but otherwise I'm going to Augusta.

 

[sjay12]

Are you waiting on the other schools or are you choosing of the ones you've been accepted to? Just curious, I'm on the waitlist at Mercer, but otherwise I'm going to Augusta.

I'm currently only really choosing between MUSC and Mercer at this point and will hopefully decide by the end of next week!

 

[EricaDPT]

ACCEPTED - Midwestern University

University of Colorado - Boulder Dec 15'
Major: Integrative Physiology (Kinesiology equivalent)
Overall GPA: 3.38 (Definitely considering taking more classes if I have to apply again...), just finished taking a Medical Terminology class
Pre-Req GPA: 3.15
GRE:
7/17/2015- 145 V, 157 Q, 4.5 AW
8/25/2016- 149 V, 157 Q, 3.5 AW

Extra-Curric: Two week Medical Mission Trip to Vietnam (I talked about this trip in my personal essay), President of Club Tennis Team for three years, Anatomy/Biology Academic Tutor, Tennis coach at country club (for two summers), Intern at a Spinal Cord Injury Clinic for a year, Physical Therapy Aide for one year at an outpatient clinic and four years at the University Sports Medicine Department, Additional jobs during the school year like book store and dining hall services, Volunteered with Medical Supply and Humane Society, Member of the Vietnamese Student Association

I am currently working as a medical scribe in the emergency departments

Hours: 130 hours at the outpatient University Sports Medicine Department, 20 hours pediatrics, 100 hours women's health, 20 hours Kaiser outpatient, 30 hours skilled nursing facility/geriatrics, 20 hours Inpatient rehabilitation, 20 hours Acute Care, 75 hours outpatient orthopedic hours, 75 hours neurology, (~500 observation hours). If you include my hours working as a PT Aide then my hours would be around 1500.

Applied (The schools with * are the schools I reapplied to):

Duke University, Regis University*, University of California SF, University of North Carolina at Chapel, University of Pittsburgh*, University of Puget Sound, University of Utah, University of Vermont, University of Washington*, University of Wisconsin - Madison*, Washington University of St Louis*, University of Colorado*, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, Azusa Pacific University* (withdrew application), MCPHS University, Northeastern University, West Coast University, Midwestern University - Glendale, University of St. Augustine in California (technically need to take a medical terms class to complete application).

Acceptances: MIDWESTERN UNIVERSITY (4/14/2017)

Rejections: Duke University, Regis University, University of California SF, University of North Carolina at Chapel, University of Puget Sound, University of Utah, University of Vermont, University of Washington, University of Wisconsin - Madison, Washington University of St Louis, University of Colorado, West Coast University (issue with my transcript), Northeastern University

Interviews: University of California SF (1/27 - Rejected), Midwestern University - Glendale (3/24), MCPHS University (3/29), Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions (4/28 - Declined interview)

Waitlist: Regis University (waitlist for interview - Rejected), University of Pittsburgh (no interview), Midwestern University - Glendale (4/5), MCPHS University (4/12 - declined waitlist)

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*This is my second time applying*

Additional information from last application cycle:
I was waitlisted to Regis University (for an interview), University of Pittsburgh (no interview), and Washington University in St. Louis (In March 2016 I was #19 and made it all the way to #1 and waited until the first week of class. No one dropped out). I also had a Skype interview with Azusa Pacific but chose to decline it because I had anticipated an acceptance with St. Louis... oops.

Obviously St. Louis was my top choice and the anticipation over the five months was BRUTAL. I honestly don't know any other student who was in my shoes. I wasn't sure if it was worth knowing my position or not. But it was definitely a big eye opener and that experience made me open to other schools. I didn't want to be so caught up for a school's name and number (all the PTs I worked with kept reminding me about this). I really needed to look at the schools holistically because we are essentially taking the same PT Boards Exam regardless of school. Maybe it was a blessing in disguise because I would not have the opportunity to check out schools like San Francisco and Midwestern! Despite being rejected, I've been trying to keep my head held high. I believe it is much better to move on with a positive attitude.

Other schools I applied to that I didn't this year: Samuel Merritt (only because I didn't meet the verbal GRE 150 minimum), University of Southern California, and Boston University.

 

[ASUDevils]

*This is my second time applying*

Additional information from last application cycle:
I was waitlisted to Regis University (for an interview), University of Pittsburgh (no interview), and Washington University in St. Louis (In March 2016 I was #19 and made it all the way to #1 and waited until the first week of class. No one dropped out). I also had a Skype interview with Azusa Pacific but chose to decline it because I had anticipated an acceptance with St. Louis... oops.

Obviously St. Louis was my top choice and the anticipation over the five months was BRUTAL. I honestly don't know any other student who was in my shoes. I wasn't sure if it was worth knowing my position or not. But it was definitely a big eye opener and that experience made me open to other schools. I didn't want to be so caught up for a school's name and number (all the PTs I worked with kept reminding me about this). I really needed to look at the schools holistically because we are essentially taking the same PT Boards Exam regardless of school. Maybe it was a blessing in disguise because I would not have the opportunity to check out schools like San Francisco and Midwestern! Despite being rejected, I've been trying to keep my head held high. I believe it is much better to move on with a positive attitude.

Other schools I applied to that I didn't this year: Samuel Merritt (only because I didn't meet the verbal GRE 150 minimum), University of Southern California, and Boston University.

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University of Colorado - Boulder Dec 15'
Major: Integrative Physiology (Kinesiology equivalent)
Overall GPA: 3.38 (Definitely considering taking more classes if I have to apply again...)
Pre-Req GPA: 3.15
GRE:
7/17/2015- 145 V, 157 Q, 4.5 AW
8/25/2016- 149 V, 157 Q, 3.5 AW (After hiring a tutor to work on verbal and more self study GRE... obviously that went well ...)

Extra-Curric: Two week Medical Mission Trip to Vietnam (I talked about this trip in my personal essay), President of Club Tennis Team for three years, Anatomy/Biology Academic Tutor, Tennis coach at country club (for two summers), Intern at a Spinal Cord Injury Clinic for a year, Physical Therapy Aide for one year at an outpatient clinic and four years at the University Sports Medicine Department, Additional jobs during the school year like book store and dining hall services, Volunteered with Medical Supply and Humane Society, Member of the Vietnamese Student Association

I am currently working as a medical scribe in the emergency departments

Hours: 130 hours at the outpatient University Sports Medicine Department, 20 hours pediatrics, 100 hours women's health, 20 hours Kaiser outpatient, 30 hours skilled nursing facility/geriatrics, 20 hours Inpatient rehabilitation, 20 hours Acute Care, 75 hours outpatient orthopedic hours, 75 hours neurology, (~500 observation hours). If you include my hours working as a PT Aide then my hours would be around 1500.

Applied (The schools with * are the schools I reapplied to; The BOLD are schools I'm waiting to hear from):
Duke University, Regis University*, University of California SF, University of North Carolina at Chapel, University of Pittsburgh*, University of Puget Sound, University of Utah, University of Vermont, University of Washington*, University of Wisconsin - Madison*, Washington University of St Louis*, University of Colorado*, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, Azusa Pacific University*, MCPHS University, Northeastern University, West Coast University, Midwestern University - Glendale, University of St. Augustine in California (technically need to take a medical terms class to complete application).

Acceptances: None

Rejections: Duke University, Regis University, University of California SF, University of North Carolina at Chapel, University of Puget Sound, University of Utah, University of Vermont, University of Washington, University of Wisconsin - Madison, Washington University of St Louis, University of Colorado, West Coast University (I was rejected here literally three days after applying and they didn't even receive my GRE scores which was sketchy)

Interviews: University of California SF (1/27), Midwestern University - Glendale (3/24)

Waitlist: Regis University (waitlist for interview)

Congratulations on getting an interview with Midwestern. I had very similar GRE scores as you. Although I had a 4.0 prerequisite GPA and 3.9 overall and I was waitlisted and never heard back. I even committed to early decision and was waitlisted. I have since accepted an offer from NAU but I will forever scratch my head as to what the did not like about me. I hear the campus is phenomenal and state of the art. Best of luck.

 

[ptstudent408]

I was at the same UDel interview as you. Did they say anything to you about being added to waitlist?

Nope, I just was rejected. I think it had to do with the fact that when I applied early decision, I only had 50 hours of outpatient observation and no inpatient. After that rejection, I got 30 hours of inpatient and I think that helped me get into other schools.

 

[SdotWms]

I will be applying this upcoming cycle (07/01/2017).

Undergrad: Barry University (Exercise Physiology)
Overall (Undergrad) GPA: 3.3
Pre-req GPA: 3.4 (so far)
GRE: 142 V, 138 Q, N/A
Work Experience: Health Fitness Specialist, Anatomy & Physiology Teacher Assistant
Volunteer: Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab, Dan Marino Foundation
Extra Curricular- Division 1 Track and Field Athlete, The National Society of Leadership and Success, Deans List (2x), President's List (1x)
Certifications: CPR/AED (AHA-BLS), Group Exercise Instructor (AFAA), Performance Specialist (EXOS), Fitness Specialist (EXOS)
Letters of Rec:
1. Physical Therapist (2)
2. College Professor (2)
Observation Hours: 60 Outpatient Ortho, 60 Outpatient Sports


Planning on Applying: FIU, FAMU, FGCU, NSU, University of St.Augustine, Hampton University, University of Delaware, State University of New York Upstate Medical University, Des Moines University

 

[csikkpt]

I will also be applying this upcoming cycle. Looking for some feedback as my stats are acceptable, but I am currently changing careers from basic science research to physical therapy.

Undergraduate: Biology
Overall (Undergrad) GPA: 4.0
Graduate: Molecular and Cellular Biology (will obtain a Masters)
Overall (Graduate) GPA: 4.0
GRE: 157, 158, 5.0
Work Experience: Agronomy Research Assistant (5 years), Undergraduate Biochemistry Research Assistant (2 years), Graduate Molecular and Cellular Biology Research Assistant (3 years), Anatomy and Physiology Teaching Assistant (4 semesters), Biochemistry Teaching Assistant (1 semester)
Extracurricular: NAIA Track & Field Athlete, NAIA Volleyball Athlete, Volunteer Statistician, Research & Scholarship Council Representative, Biomedical Research Camp Coordinator, Missions Trip to Jamaica, Admissions Committee Representative, Training Grant Committee Representative, Association of Multicultural Scientists, Pre-PT Club
Awards/Honors: Athletic Scholarships, Academic Scholarships, Pre-Professional Health Scholarship, NAIA Scholar Athlete, CoSIDA Women's Track and Field Second-Team All-American, T32 Pharmacological Sciences Training Grant Trainee, Presidential Graduate Research Fellowship Fellow
Observation Hours: 40 Outpatient Orthopedics/Sport Therapy, 40 Outpatient Vestibular Rehabilitation, 20 Outpatient Pediatrics/Neuro, 8 Inpatient Cardiopulmonary, (40 Inpatient Geriatric Planned)
Letters of Recommendation:
(1) Physical Therapist
(2) Undergraduate Professor
(3) Graduate Research Mentor

Applying to: University of Iowa, St. Ambrose University, Washington University St. Louis, University of Montana (Missoula)

My concern is explaining why I want to leave a career in basic science research. Ultimately, I found that I am most fulfilled when working one-on-on with individuals to help them reach their goals. However, many professors who conduct interviews have active research programs, so I want to be careful not to offend anyone.

 

[Teekam]

I will also be applying this upcoming cycle. Looking for some feedback as my stats are acceptable, but I am currently changing careers from basic science research to physical therapy.

Undergraduate: Biology
Overall (Undergrad) GPA: 4.0
Graduate: Molecular and Cellular Biology (will obtain a Masters)
Overall (Graduate) GPA: 4.0
GRE: 157, 158, 5.0
Work Experience: Agronomy Research Assistant (5 years), Undergraduate Biochemistry Research Assistant (2 years), Graduate Molecular and Cellular Biology Research Assistant (3 years), Anatomy and Physiology Teaching Assistant (4 semesters), Biochemistry Teaching Assistant (1 semester)
Extracurricular: NAIA Track & Field Athlete, NAIA Volleyball Athlete, Volunteer Statistician, Research & Scholarship Council Representative, Biomedical Research Camp Coordinator, Missions Trip to Jamaica, Admissions Committee Representative, Training Grant Committee Representative, Association of Multicultural Scientists, Pre-PT Club
Awards/Honors: Athletic Scholarships, Academic Scholarships, Pre-Professional Health Scholarship, NAIA Scholar Athlete, CoSIDA Women's Track and Field Second-Team All-American, T32 Pharmacological Sciences Training Grant Trainee, Presidential Graduate Research Fellowship Fellow
Observation Hours: 40 Outpatient Orthopedics/Sport Therapy, 40 Outpatient Vestibular Rehabilitation, 20 Outpatient Pediatrics/Neuro, 8 Inpatient Cardiopulmonary, (40 Inpatient Geriatric Planned)
Letters of Recommendation:
(1) Physical Therapist
(2) Undergraduate Professor
(3) Graduate Research Mentor

Applying to: University of Iowa, St. Ambrose University, Washington University St. Louis, University of Montana (Missoula)

My concern is explaining why I want to leave a career in basic science research. Ultimately, I found that I am most fulfilled when working one-on-on with individuals to help them reach their goals. However, many professors who conduct interviews have active research programs, so I want to be careful not to offend anyone.

Lol I think you'll be fine since you have a perfect GPA, as long as you have the prereqs. Don't worry about offending anyone about research. You said exactly the right thing about fulfillment and you can say that to them. No one reasonable would ever be offended by a potential DPT student wanting to help patients one-on-one instead of focusing on research.

 

[wanderingPT]

I will be applying this upcoming cycle (07/01/2017). Please take a look at my current profile. I still have two semesters left!

Undergrad: Barry University (Exercise Physiology)
Overall (Undergrad) GPA: 3.3
Pre-req GPA: 3.4
GRE: DID NOT TAKE YET!
Work Experience: Health Fitness Specialist (Miramar Fitness Center), Anatomy & Physiology Teacher Assistant (Barry University)
Volunteer: Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab (Broward Health Wellness Center), Dan Marino Foundation
Extra Curricular- Division 1 Track and Field Athlete, The National Society of Leadership and Success, Deans List (2x), President's List (1x)
Certifications: CPR/AED (AHA-BLS), Group Exercise Instructor (AFAA), Performance Specialist (EXOS), Fitness Specialist (EXOS)
Letters of Rec:
1. Physical Therapist (2)
2. College Professor (1)
3. Current Employer (1)
Observation Hours: 60 Outpatient Ortho, 20 Outpatient Pediatrics, 60 Outpatient Sports


Planning on Applying: FIU, FAMU, FGCU, NSU, University of St.Augustine, Howard University, Hampton University, University of Delaware, State University of New York Upstate Medical University, Des Moines University

I would take the remaining semesters to try and boost your GPA as application cycles are becoming more and more competitive. Also, try to get some inpatient hours if you can, as a variety of settings is important to a lot of schools. Other than that, best of luck with the GRE. If your GPA remains the same, then you'll probably need a GRE in the mid-to-high 150's to be competitive with a good essay and letters of rec. If you have any other questions, feel free to respond here, or PM me.

 

[gsnts725]

University: Rutgers-Newark (B.A. in Journalism & Media Studies), William Paterson (post baccalaureate)
Overall GPA: 3.63
Pre-Req GPA: 3.55 (Science)
GRE: 155V 149Q 3.5 AW

Volunteer: 135 hours in Outpatient Ortho & 48 hours in Inpatient Skilled Nursing Facility

Applied to: Rutgers-Newark/North Campus, West Coast University, Long Island University, Florida International University, SUNY Downstate, Touro College (Bay Shore & Manhattan), Dominican College

Acceptances: None

Rejections: Rutgers-Newark/North Campus, Florida International University

Interviews: West Coast University (3/10)

 

[mj413121]

University: Rutgers University
Updated:

Major: Exercise Science
Overall GPA: 3.45
Pre-Req GPA: 3.13
Last 60: 3.82
GRE: V-146 Q-164 A-4.0

Extra-Curric: Habitat for Humanity, Stressbusters, more clubs at my school including being a treasurer for one of the clubs

Volunteer: Over 600 hours - 500 hrs in outpatient ortho in 3 different settings including 1 internship, 50 in 2 different children's hospitals, 50 in inpatient geriatric/neuro setting

Applied: UNE, URI, Lynchburg, Marshall, Rutgers South, LIU, Chatham, Elon, Mount St. Joseph, Thomas Jefferson, UMES

Rejections:

Interviews: UNE (9/16), URI (1/3), Rutgers South (1/4), Mount St. Joseph (declined), LIU (declined), Elon (declined)

Acceptances: UNE

After my freshman year, my GPA was about a 2.8 which was really low. I retook all my classes that I got C's in and managed to do well in them which definitely brought up my GPA quickly. I also decided to take some upper level courses for courses like bio where I had some B's and got A's in the upper level class so I was able to use the A instead of the B which brought up my pre-req GPA for some of the schools I applied to. I think if you have a C in one of your classes such as bio, it might be a better option to take a class like Cell Bio which is considered upper level which many programs take and have that grade replace your C. It definitely took a lot of research into schools but even if you have a low pre-req like me, try to make it up with your last 60 credits and show that you're willing to volunteer in different settings. I know it's difficult sometimes getting experience in inpatient settings but I think having those experiences definitely helped me and showed that I wasn't just interested in outpatient ortho.

I applied last year and had 0 interviews and this year I have had 5 so far (hopefully a few more). In my senior year, I was able to get 2 more experiences into my application, managed to get a 3.9 gpa for my final year and add some new extra curriculars. If you're in your final year of college, try to make the most of it and stay involved. That extra push is what helped me get those interviews this year that I didn't have last year.

Update:

Major: Exercise Science
Overall GPA: 3.45
Pre-Req GPA: 3.13
Last 60: 3.82
GRE: V-146 Q-164 A-4.0

Extra-Curric: Habitat for Humanity, Stressbusters, more clubs at my school including being a treasurer for one of the clubs

Volunteer: Over 600 hours - 500 hrs in outpatient ortho in 3 different settings including 1 internship, 50 in 2 different children's hospitals, 50 in inpatient geriatric/neuro setting

Applied: UNE, URI, Lynchburg, Marshall, Rutgers South, LIU, Chatham, Elon, Mount St. Joseph, Thomas Jefferson, UMES

Rejections:

Interviews: UNE (9/16), URI (1/3), Rutgers South (1/4), Mount St. Joseph (declined), LIU (declined), UMES (declined), Elon (declined)

Waitlisted: URI, Lynchburg

Acceptances: UNE (declined), Rutgers South (attending)

 

[IIIIIIIIII]

There is hope to those who have a low GPA and average GRE! I was very worried I wasn't to get in and started making contingency plans on which classes to retake as well as study for the GRE. Needless to say I am very happy.

University: Arizona State University, May 2017
Major: Kinesiology
Overall GPA: 3.02 (whew!) (AU 3.14)
Pre-Req GPA: 3.29
GRE: V-153 Q-152 A-4.0

Extra-Curric: Missionary work in Australia (~8000 hours), Boy Scouts of America, Sunday school teacher for 10-11 year olds (sometimes chaotic), Ultimate Frisbee, Being a good Dad.

Volunteer: Approximately 450 hours outpatient in various settings. About 40 hours in-patient in both hospital and SNF.

Applied- AT Still, Franklin Pierce (Az), Midwestern University (Az), Northern Arizona University, Wheeling Jesuit University, CSU-Fresno, Indiana State University, Lynchburg College, Touro University (Nv), and UNLV

Rejections: CSU-Fresno, NAU, Midwestern, UNLV

Interviews: Indiana State University (12-3), Wheeling Jesuit University (01-27)

Waitlisted: Indiana State University, Wheeling Jesuit University, Touro, Lynchburg College

Acceptances: Wheeling Jesuit University!! (02/20)

 

[gotapples123]

Hello,
I've been accepted at St Augustine for summer 2017,
And have been placed on the alternate list for Creighton university.
I don't know whether to proceed with st. Augustine or wait for a chance to get into creighton. A little advice

 

[hopefulDPT20]

FINAL UPDATE! (I think)

University: UCF
Major: Health Sciences Pre-Clinical
Overall GPA: 3.68
Pre-Req GPA: 3.48
GRE: 151 V, 154 Q, 4.5 A

Observation: 51 outpatient (two separate locations), 39 inpatient, 12 skilled nursing, 5 prescribed pediatric extended care (PPEC)

Extra-Curric/Volunteer: Pre-PT Club, Volunteered at Coalition for the Homeless, Volunteered at an inpatient hospital (100 hours), Pre-Professional Medical Society, Junior Achievement

Applied: UCF, UNF, UF, NSU Ft. Lauderdale, FGCU, FIU

Acceptances: Nova Southeastern Ft. Lauderdale, FIU

Waitlist: UNF, FGCU

Rejections: UCF

Interviews: UNF (2/11), FIU (1/28), FGCU (2/4)

Still haven't heard anything from UF. UNF was my top choice so I am a bit bummed but I'm not losing hope! If I do not get pulled off of UNF's waitlist, though, I will be attending Florida International University

 

[m.beach11]

Hello,
I've been accepted at St Augustine for summer 2017,
And have been placed on the alternate list for Creighton university.
I don't know whether to proceed with st. Augustine or wait for a chance to get into creighton. A little advice

I'd go with St Augustine. Better to have a real acceptance that waitlist unless you are within like the top 5 on Creighton's waitlist.

 

[ThatClemsonGirl]

UPDATE!!!!!!! ACCEPTANCE AND ATTENDING!!

University: Clemson University
Major: Biological Sciences
Overall GPA: 3.78
Pre-Req GPA: 3.5
GRE: 155 V; 160 Q; 3.5 A

Extra-Curric: Volunteer with a program for kids and adults with special needs, volunteer in the children's department at my church, lead high school girls Bible study, various mission trips, volunteer at local homeless shelter

Volunteer: 150+ hours in various outpatient settings - ortho, lymphedema, oncology, sports, etc.

Applied: Belmont University, University of South Carolina, Medical University of South Carolina, Temple University

Acceptances: MUSC!!!! ( I got pulled off of the waitlist!!)

Rejections: none

Interviews: Belmont (11/18)

Waitlisted: Temple, Belmont (11/28), University of South Carolina

ATTENDING: MUSC!!!

 

[tiggerbackpack]

Maybe Final Update?!
University: California State University
Major: Kinesiology
Overall GPA: 3.86
Pre-Req GPA: 3.7-3.8 depending on the school
GRE: 151Q, 153V, 5.0AW
Hours: 500 outpatient hours and 100 pediatric hours

Applying: CSULB, CSUN, Chapman, Eastern Washington, NAU, UCSF/SFSU, Pittsburgh, Puget Sound, Washington, SDSU
Interviews: NAU (declined), SFSU (declined)
Acceptance: Chapman (11/23), CSULB (2/6-attending)
Rejections: EWU, Puget Sound, SDSU, Washington
Waitlist: Pittsburgh (12/6), CSULB (High-tier), CSUN (Initially #27, Currently #14)

 

[kato3]

UPDATE!!!!!!! ACCEPTANCE AND ATTENDING!!

University: Clemson University
Major: Biological Sciences
Overall GPA: 3.78
Pre-Req GPA: 3.5
GRE: 155 V; 160 Q; 3.5 A

Extra-Curric: Volunteer with a program for kids and adults with special needs, volunteer in the children's department at my church, lead high school girls Bible study, various mission trips, volunteer at local homeless shelter

Volunteer: 150+ hours in various outpatient settings - ortho, lymphedema, oncology, sports, etc.

Applied: Belmont University, University of South Carolina, Medical University of South Carolina, Temple University

Acceptances: MUSC!!!! ( I got pulled off of the waitlist!!)

Rejections: none

Interviews: Belmont (11/18)

Waitlisted: Temple, Belmont (11/28), University of South Carolina

ATTENDING: MUSC!!!

Told you you would get off the waitlist. Congrats!!!!!!

 

[71120]

University: University of New England (c/o 2011)
Major: Medical Biology
Overall GPA: 3.60
Pre-Req GPA: 3.66
GRE: 158V, 161Q, 4.0 AW
Extracurriculars: 6 years of various work and long-term volunteer experiences.

Applied: Franklin Pierce, George Washington, Sage Colleges, University of Pittsburgh, University of Southern California, University of Vermont
Interviews: GW (12/2)
Accepted: Franklin Pierce (12/12), Pitt (12/14), GW (12/17), UVM (1/25), Sage (1/30)
Rejected: USC (3/1)

 

[sjay12]

Final Update!!!

Major: Biology
Overall GPA: 3.79
Pre-Req GPA: 3.5-3.6
GRE: 162V, 151Q, 5.0AW

Observation hours: 635 total hours completed in outpatient ortho, inpatient rehabilitation, and outpatient pediatrics

Extracurricular: mentor/tutor for students with intellectual disabilities, adaptive sports with children with disabilities, executive board member for Dance Marathon, camp counselor for campers with disabilities

Applied: University of South Carolina, MUSC, Armstrong State University, Mercer University, Augusta University, Duke, Western Carolina, University of Miami, and UF

Acceptances: Mercer University (11/21), Augusta University (11/23), University of Miami (12/12), Western Carolina (12/14), MUSC (2/17), UF (2/22)

Waitlist: University of South Carolina (1/26), MUSC (1/27), Duke (5/3)

Rejections: N/A

Interviews: University of Miami (10/14), Augusta University (10/28), Mercer (11/19), Western Carolina (12/10), Armstrong State University (1/27--declined)

Attending: MUSC!!

So excited to make a final decision and I feel so fortunate to have been accepted to my top choice. I wish everyone the best of luck through this crazy process and appreciate all of the support I've gotten from so many of you!

 

[mfairchild3]

Undergrad: UT Chattanooga
Major: B.S. Biology and B.A. French (2014)
GPA: 3.77
Prereq-GPA: 3.88 (PTCAS)
GRE: 161V, 159Q, 4.0AW
Observation Hours: 20 neuro/inpatient, 16 peds, 20 SNF, 66 ortho/outpatient, 300 pelvic health

Extras: Nontrad 3 years out, French club in undergrad, Climbing team member and leader in undergrad, volunteer work in the Ultimate Frisbee community post grad, worked in clinical research in Nephrology at Vanderbilt for 1.5 years, PT tech at Pelvic Health Specialty Outpatient clinic since June 1, now Patient Support Specialist tech at Orthopedic Outpatient clinic

Acceptances: UTHSC in Memphis, TN (12/2), Regis (2/6), Duke (2/6) - originally waitlisted (1/23)
Waitlist: Belmont (11/28)
Rejections: UC Denver (2/8)
Interviews: Belmont (11/18), UC Denver (1/27), Regis (1/31)
Attending: Duke!

 

[PTstudent221]

Going to be applying in the next coming round would love thought and opinions about my stats and any encouraging words because I'm scared to death I won't get in to any programs

Undergrad: University of Dayton
Major: Biology
Minor: Chemistry
GPA: 3.45 --> last 2 years averaged a 3.82
PrereqGPA: about 3.66
GRE (so far) V:155 Q:155 W:4

Hours: Volunteer: 100 outpatient 50 inpatient Observation 50 - 2 settings
Extras: Honors Biology club, Healing Hearts Club, Pre PT club

LOR: Ex Phys Professor (supposedly gives great letters to the students he respects) 2 PT's I observed and volunteered for

I would like to apply to Ohio University and all other programs in ohio, maybe some outside the state but I've been focused on getting up my GPA, I am also retaking 2 courses this summer to boost my GPA more and taking one more prerequisite that I still need (stats)

Please let me know what you think or any programs that might be good for me to apply to!

 

[Dinked]

Going to be applying in the next coming round would love thought and opinions about my stats and any encouraging words because I'm scared to death I won't get in to any programs

Undergrad: University of Dayton
Major: Biology
Minor: Chemistry
GPA: 3.45 --> last 2 years averaged a 3.82
PrereqGPA: about 3.66
GRE (so far) V:155 Q:155 W:4

Hours: Volunteer: 100 outpatient 50 inpatient Observation 50 - 2 settings
Extras: Honors Biology club, Healing Hearts Club, Pre PT club

LOR: Ex Phys Professor (supposedly gives great letters to the students he respects) 2 PT's I observed and volunteered for

I would like to apply to Ohio University and all other programs in ohio, maybe some outside the state but I've been focused on getting up my GPA, I am also retaking 2 courses this summer to boost my GPA more and taking one more prerequisite that I still need (stats)

Please let me know what you think or any programs that might be good for me to apply to!

You should be fine, good GPA, decent GRE's, maybe diversify your observation hours a little bit more.

 

[sjk2016]

UPDATES IN BOLD

***ATTENTION***
I am in desperate need of advice/motivation. This is my 3rd year applying to PT programs. I graduated in Dec 14 with my bachelors in Kinesiology and immediately applied to four PT programs (UIC, Midwestern, Rosalind Franklin, Governors State). I was immediately denied. I spent the spring semester taking Biology II and medical terminology to increase my GPA and again applied to 8 schools (UIC, Midwestern, Rosalind Franklin, Governors State, Bradley, Northwestern, UW-Madison, UW-Milwaukee). I was denied to all 8, no interviews. The following year I retook A&P 1&2 (received A's in both) at a community college because I received a "C" in both classes. I have applied to the following schools below.

I recently had an interview at Concordia University St Paul (1/13). I thought it went well, but I guess not. Although I was nervous I felt like I answered the questions well and had good questions to ask them. I need TIPS on nailing my next interview if I get one.

I am so passionate about PT; however I'm beginning to lose hope, especially if I get denied to all these schools again. I would literally do anything to become a Physical Therapist and I just want schools to see this. ANY ADVICE FOR ME?!


University: University of Illinois-Chicago
Major: Kinesiology
Overall GPA: 3.16
Pre-Req GPA: 3.11 (according to PTCAS) - 3.40
GRE:
2014 - 139V, 147Q, 4.0W
2015 - 145V, 151Q, 4.0W
2016 - 148V, 148Q, 3.5W

Extracurriculars/Work: Certified Personal Trainer (since 2012), PT Technician (about 2 years),

Volunteer: 3000+ hours outpatient as PT Technician, 40 home health, 8 inpatient

Applied: UIC, Midwestern - Downers Grove, Rosalind Franklin, Governors State, Briar Cliff University, University of Mount Union, Concordia University - St Paul, University of Minnesota, Trine University, Missouri State University, University of Missouri, University of Evansville, UW-Lacrosse, Southwest Baptist University

Acceptances: N/A

Rejections: UIC, Governors State, Concordia University - St Paul (1/20), Missouri State University, UW-Lacrosse, Mizzou

Interviews: Concordia University - St. Paul (1/13)

Waitlist: Briar cliff university (w/o interview)

Getting pretty discouraged here at this point. Still waiting on Midwestern, Rosalind Franklin, University of Minnesota, Trine University, and SBU but it's time to start planning how I'm going to strengthen my application this year.

I am already planning on re taking the GRE again and killing it this time. Also, I have a C in both physics 1 & 2. Should I retake one or both these classes?

Have heard from Mount union at all???

 

[gonsdpt33]

anybody declining a spot at dyouville?

 

[IsessaQ]

Update

University: UC Irvine
Major: Biological Sciences
cGPA:3.40
Pre-Req GPA:3.50+ (Depending on school)
GRE: V148, Q153, W4.5

Observation Hours: 200 Inpatient (Neuro. setting), 50+ Outpatient Pediatrics, 50+ Outpatient Orthopedic (PT Aide)
Extra Curricular: Volunteered at Preschool (30+ hrs), shadowing in pediatric oncology, beach clean-ups, and volunteer in OT and speech therapy (40+ hrs).

Submitted: 10/01/16
Verified: 10/07/16

Applied: CSULB, CSUN, Loma Linda, West Coast University, Western U, Chapman, Mount St. Mary's

Interviews: Loma Linda, Western U, West Coast
Rejections: Loma Linda, CSUN
Waitlist: CSULB (low-tier), Western U (high priority?), Chapman, Mount St. Mary's
Acceptances: West Coast University

 

[adbalboni]

University: UF
Major: Exer Sci
Overall GPA: 3.38
Pre-Req GPA:4.0 current within 5 years
GRE: 154 Q 149 V 4.0 AW

Non trad student. redid all the prereqs while Active Duty.

Extra-Curric: AF Officer /Aviator, Booster club pres, Random morale activities, Unit fitness monitor, Physical training leader

Volunteer: 1800 Outpatient hrs , 24 inpatient. Lots of homeless shelter and animal shelter work.

Acceptances: Nova Se hybrid, FIU, UNF,UF

Rejections: USF
Waiting: FGCU (assuming reject), FAMU

Interviews:Nova, FIU, UNF
Attending: FIU!!! See ya in Miami!!!

 

[ralfloran]

anybody declining a spot at dyouville?

I've dropped my waitlisted application if that helps.

 

[AceStrata]

Here's to those who think it can't be done or get caught up in the low GPA and average GRE trap:

Arizona State University - May 2017
Major: Kinesiology
PTCAS GPAs
Cumulative GPA: 3.22 (5 1/2 years later)
Pre-Req GPA: 3.71 (after retaking 4 Cs for As)
Science: 3.52
GRE: V-157 Q-146 AW-3.5 (2nd attempt)

Note: My transcripts did not even get to NAU in time for my interview or before my acceptance.

Here are the stats I got in with:

PTCAS GPAs
Cumulative GPA: 3.19
Pre-Req GPA: 3.33
Science 3.43
GRE: V-157 Q-146 AW-3.5

Extra-Curric: Motor control research assistant -25 hours, Event assistant for Rely for Life,

Work: 24-32 hours weekly between two jobs ... finished working at an outpatient physical therapy sports medicine clinic with ~1000 hours.

Volunteer: Approximately 70 hours outpatient neurological, 14 hours outpatient pediatrics

Applied to: Duke, Midwestern University (Az), Northern Arizona University (NAU), University of Southern California (USC), University of Central Florida (UCF)

Rejections: UCF, Duke, USC

Interviews: Northern Arizona University (1-28)

Waitlisted: Midwestern

Acceptances: Northern Arizona University (02/28)

PM me with any questions. I look forward to tossing the rope back where/when possible.

I am thankful for all those here that contribute their knowledge to helping others get in—it helped me and has made all the difference.

 

[member 5632997]

Finally relieved to say I heard back from all the schools I applied to!

UCSC
Major: MCD Bio
Cumulative GPA: 3.56
PTCAS GPA: 3.6
GRE: 158V 161Q 5.0AW
ECs: none
Hours: ~400 (many populations observed in a mix of outpatient and inpatient)
LOR: 2 PTs, anatomy professor, retail employer

Applied: NYIT, UCSF, USC, Samuel Merritt, Western University of Health Sciences, CSU Fresno, CSU Northridge, CSU Longbeach, UNLV, UW, Chapman

Rejections: NYIT
Interviews: Western, UNLV, CSU Fresno, UCSF (declined all but UCSF)
Waitlisted: UCSF, CSU Northridge, CSU Longbeach, UW, USC
Acceptances: Chapman (declined spot after receiving SMU acceptance), Samuel Merritt

Holding an alternate position at UCSF, but would be extremely happy attending Samuel Merritt!

 

[lovept2020]

.

 

[gsnts725]

Update:

University: Rutgers-Newark (B.A. in Journalism & Media Studies), William Paterson (post baccalaureate)
Overall GPA: 3.63
Pre-Req GPA: 3.55 (Science)
GRE: 155V 149Q 3.5 AW

Volunteer: 135 hours in Outpatient Ortho & 54 hours in Inpatient Skilled Nursing Facility

Applied to: Rutgers-Newark/North Campus, West Coast University, Long Island University, Florida International University, SUNY Downstate, Touro College (Bay Shore & Manhattan), Dominican College

Acceptances: None

Rejections: Rutgers-Newark/North Campus, Florida International University

Interviews: West Coast University (Declined ), Dominican College (3/10)

 

[AT DPT]

anybody declining a spot at dyouville?

I will most likely be declining.

 

[pkpfuturedpt]

University: Wayne State University
Overall GPA: 3.45
Pre-Req GPA: 3.24
GRE: 156V 154Q 4 AW

Volunteer: 127 hours in Outpatient Skilled Nursing Facility

Applied to: Governors State University (GSU), Grand Valley State University (GVSU), LIU, NYIT, Oakland University, Rosalind Franklin, Seton Hall, Temple, Touro College-Bay Shore, UCF, Pitt, USciences, Wayne State University

Acceptances: Touro College-Bay Shore

Waitlist: Pitt (2/16)
Rejections: GSU, USciences, Rosalind Franklin, Wayne State, GVSU, Temple, NYIT

 

[tjthornburg]

University: WVU
Major:Exercise Physiology with a specialty in Aquatic Therapy
Overall GPA:3.32
Pre-Req GPA:3.6
GRE: Verbal-149 Q and 153 V

Extra-Curric: I Volunteer at an animal shelter and the Ronald McDonald House.

Volunteer:100 hours in outpatient and inpatient. I also have over 336 paid hours at a outpatient clinic.

Acceptances: WVU

Rejections: University of Maryland Eastern Shore

Interviews: Emory and Henry College, Wheeling Jesuit University, Mount Union University

Wait List: Emory and Henry College, Wheeling Jesuit University, Marshall University

Good luck everyone!

 

[FutureOT4444]

Congrats on your acceptance on clarkson! Did you have an interview?

 

[DPTforMeVT]

Hey everybody! I've been following this thread for a while now and figured I'd ask you all if there's anything you guys had to say about my upcoming application, even the most critical of comments are welcome, GPAs estimated for time of application next year:

University: University of Vermont
Majors: Italian Studies (BA) & Exercise and Movement Science (BS)
Overall GPA: 3.5 (upward trend)
Prereq: 3.3-3.5
GRE: 159V, 161Q, 5.5W

Volunteer: 300/400 observation hours in 3 suburban outpatient clinics (one of them neuro specialty) and 1 rural outpatient
Extracurricular: UVM prept club founder and first president, 2 year rugby team treasurer (~60k in assets managed), 2 year rugby captain, Italian honor society (Italian is my first language, not sure if that is worth mentioning on an app since it makes me fluent enough in Spanish), 4 year rugby player

Considering applying to: Creighton University, Washington University in St Louis, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, University of Utah, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, University of Vermont, College of St Scholastica, University of New England, Indiana State University, University of Southern California, American International College, Clarke University, Hampton University, MCPHS.

Thanks again for all the help!

 

[vike56]

Hey everybody! I've been following this thread for a while now and figured I'd ask you all if there's anything you guys had to say about my upcoming application, even the most critical of comments are welcome, GPAs estimated for time of application next year:

University: University of Vermont
Majors: Italian Studies (BA) & Exercise and Movement Science (BS)
Overall GPA: 3.5 (upward trend)
Prereq: 3.3-3.5
GRE: 159V, 161Q, 5.5W

Volunteer: 300/400 observation hours in 3 suburban outpatient clinics (one of them neuro specialty) and 1 rural outpatient
Extracurricular: UVM prept club founder and first president, 2 year rugby team treasurer (~60k in assets managed), 2 year rugby captain, Italian honor society (Italian is my first language, not sure if that is worth mentioning on an app since it makes me fluent enough in Spanish), 4 year rugby player

Considering applying to: Creighton University, Washington University in St Louis, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, University of Utah, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, University of Vermont, College of St Scholastica, University of New England, Indiana State University, University of Southern California, American International College, Clarke University, Hampton University, MCPHS.

Thanks again for all the help!

You have really good stats! I had a lower GRE and was interviewed at UNE. The only thing I was going to say is look at the number of applicants they accept in state because I was going to apply to milwaukee but I didn't because I think they accept 90% if not 100% of in state applicants. Just thought I'd tell you before you pay the money to apply there and not have a chance.

 

[dj13]

Hey everybody! I've been following this thread for a while now and figured I'd ask you all if there's anything you guys had to say about my upcoming application, even the most critical of comments are welcome, GPAs estimated for time of application next year:

University: University of Vermont
Majors: Italian Studies (BA) & Exercise and Movement Science (BS)
Overall GPA: 3.5 (upward trend)
Prereq: 3.3-3.5
GRE: 159V, 161Q, 5.5W

Volunteer: 300/400 observation hours in 3 suburban outpatient clinics (one of them neuro specialty) and 1 rural outpatient
Extracurricular: UVM prept club founder and first president, 2 year rugby team treasurer (~60k in assets managed), 2 year rugby captain, Italian honor society (Italian is my first language, not sure if that is worth mentioning on an app since it makes me fluent enough in Spanish), 4 year rugby player

Considering applying to: Creighton University, Washington University in St Louis, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, University of Utah, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, University of Vermont, College of St Scholastica, University of New England, Indiana State University, University of Southern California, American International College, Clarke University, Hampton University, MCPHS.

Thanks again for all the help!

I would just recommend getting observation in one inpatient setting because some schools require or suggest getting both inpatient and outpatient. Other than that, just try to get the gpas up with any remaining classes. Maybe try to narrow your list down to about 7 targeted schools that value your strongest areas and save on application fees.

 

[laxhockey18088]

Really confused right now. I am waitlisted at UMiami, MGHIHP, URI, and UNE. Stats below. Don't know why I am not getting in. GRE is only possibility. Please let me know your thoughts.

Undergrad: Exercise Science, Biology, Pre-Med
Undergrad GPA: 3.5-3.6 (depends on school-retakes)
Prereq GPA: 3.4-3.6 (depends on school)
Graduate: Exercise Physiology
Graduate GPA: 4.0

GRE: 153 Q, 148 V, 4.5 A

Observation hours: 4,000 total working as PT Aide with all hands-on experience (3,000 outpatient in 2 clinics, 1,000 in-patient)

Extracurricular/Awards: 4-year college lacrosse player (2-yr all conference), VP of health club, brotherhood chair phi gamma delta fraternity, volunteer at foodbanks in underserved area, mentor in big brother program, calculus award, dean's list, athlete of the year, volunteer for medical conferences

Jobs: PT aide, certified personal trainer, strength and conditioning coach/intern, research assistant

Acceptances: None
Waitlist: UMiami, MGHIHP, URI, UNE
Rejections: Northwestern, UFlorida, Belmont

 

[KReli398]

Really confused right now. I am waitlisted at UMiami, MGHIHP, URI, and UNE. Stats below. Don't know why I am not getting in. GRE is only possibility. Please let me know your thoughts.

Undergrad: Exercise Science, Biology, Pre-Med
Undergrad GPA: 3.5-3.6 (depends on school-retakes)
Prereq GPA: 3.4-3.6 (depends on school)
Graduate: Exercise Physiology
Graduate GPA: 4.0

GRE: 153 Q, 148 V, 4.5 A

Observation hours: 4,000 total working as PT Aide with all hands-on experience (3,000 outpatient in 2 clinics, 1,000 in-patient)

Extracurricular/Awards: 4-year college lacrosse player (2-yr all conference), VP of health club, brotherhood chair phi gamma delta fraternity, volunteer at foodbanks in underserved area, mentor in big brother program, calculus award, dean's list, athlete of the year, volunteer for medical conferences

Jobs: PT aide, certified personal trainer, strength and conditioning coach/intern, research assistant

Acceptances: None
Waitlist: UMiami, MGHIHP, URI, UNE
Rejections: Northwestern, UFlorida, Belmont

Your stats look really good! Honestly I'm not really sure what's going on there, but a lot of the times it's a lot of different factors. Like when you applied, how your interview went, who you are competing against in that school's application cycle, recommendations, or even your essay. My stats are lower than yours and I got in this round, but it took me three times. You can always call or email and ask why you were waitlisted or rejected and usually a school will tell you why and what you need to improve on. But the waitlist is not a bad thing! I know a lot of people who are in PT school now somewhere and were taken off the waitlist! Stay positive!

 

[adbalboni]

Your stats look really good! Honestly I'm not really sure what's going on there, but a lot of the times it's a lot of different factors. Like when you applied, how your interview went, who you are competing against in that school's application cycle, recommendations, or even your essay. My stats are lower than yours and I got in this round, but it took me three times. You can always call or email and ask why you were waitlisted or rejected and usually a school will tell you why and what you need to improve on. But the waitlist is not a bad thing! I know a lot of people who are in PT school now somewhere and we're taken off the waitlist! Stay positive!

Really confused right now. I am waitlisted at UMiami, MGHIHP, URI, and UNE. Stats below. Don't know why I am not getting in. GRE is only possibility. Please let me know your thoughts.

Undergrad: Exercise Science, Biology, Pre-Med
Undergrad GPA: 3.5-3.6 (depends on school-retakes)
Prereq GPA: 3.4-3.6 (depends on school)
Graduate: Exercise Physiology
Graduate GPA: 4.0

GRE: 153 Q, 148 V, 4.5 A

Observation hours: 4,000 total working as PT Aide with all hands-on experience (3,000 outpatient in 2 clinics, 1,000 in-patient)

Extracurricular/Awards: 4-year college lacrosse player (2-yr all conference), VP of health club, brotherhood chair phi gamma delta fraternity, volunteer at foodbanks in underserved area, mentor in big brother program, calculus award, dean's list, athlete of the year, volunteer for medical conferences

Jobs: PT aide, certified personal trainer, strength and conditioning coach/intern, research assistant

Acceptances: None
Waitlist: UMiami, MGHIHP, URI, UNE
Rejections: Northwestern, UFlorida, Belmont

Did you interview? You stats get you contacted, you win with the interview.