The total number of required quarter credits is 171. The first academic year of the professional doctoral curriculum includes four quarters consisting of 64 required course credits (quarter hours). The second academic year of the curriculum is composed of four quarters consisting of 52 required course credits, including 512 clock-hours of clinical education. The third academic year of the curriculum is composed of four quarters consisting of 55 required course credits which includes two clinical practica consisting of 800 clock-hours of clinical education. Clinical experiences take place in various facilities located throughout the continental United States that have legal agreements with the University.
The Midwestern University College of Health Sciences Physical Therapy Program reserves the right to alter its curriculum however and whenever it deems appropriate.
Total Quarter Credits in the Professional Program: 171*
*For students admitted prior to June 2023, refer to the published curriculum listing in the Midwestern University Catalog for the year in which you matriculated.