How to Apply

Application Instructions for Admission

2009-2010

Admissions Cycle
Important Dates

Application Cycle: August 15, 2009 through
December 1, 2009
PTCAS Application Deadline : November 16, 2009

Supplemental Application

Deadline:

December 1, 2009
On-Campus Interviews: Mid-February, 2010
Admissions Decisions: March 2010
Program Start: August 2010

The admissions cycle for the 2009 entering class has concluded. 

Beginning with the application cycle for Fall 2010, Pacific University will be participating in a centralized application system, PTCAS. By utilizing a centralized application service, prospective students will file one application that can be sent to multiple schools and physical therapy programs. The Admissions Team at Pacific University is pleased to be a participating PTCAS school as we strive to make the application process more efficient and convenient for prospective students. More information regarding the PTCAS application can be found at ptcas.org.

Students applying to Pacific University's School of Physical Therapy will also be required to complete a supplemental application.


The PTCAS application will be available beginning July 15, 2009 at ptcas.org.  Pacific University's supplemental application for Fall 2010 is currently available in a web based format, per the link below.


TO APPLY: Complete the Pacific University
application



All applications must be electronically submitted by the following admissions deadlines:

PTCAS Application Deadline:  November 16, 2009

Supplemental Application Deadline:  December 1, 2009

 

 

You must have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA to be eligible to apply.    

We do not require the GRE for admission into the program.

All transcripts and evaluations are submitted directly, and only, to PTCAS. Pacific University does not need to receive any additional copies of these documents.


Observation Experience

Minimum 100 hours (volunteer or paid)

Applicants must demonstrate the accumulation of 100 hours of paid or volunteer experience with a current practicing certified Physical Therapist. The method to document this experience is through the Pacific University School of Physical Therapy application. Please note: The Admissions Committee will consider the total number of hours accumulated, "at the time" you submit your application.  No consideration will be given to hours projected for the future. 

The Admissions Committee encourages seeking out observation experiences in diverse settings to provide an understanding of inpatient and outpatient populations.  Examples may include, but are not limited to: hospitals, clinics (sports medicine, pediatrics, hand therapy), private offices, and schools.

The On-Campus Interview

Based on the review of the application by the Admissions Committee, the most competitive applicants are invited for an on-campus personal interview. The interview is required and is a strong contributing factor in the admission decision. It allows the Admissions Committee to assess essential skills and factors which may not be reflected in the application. In the interview, consideration is given to candidates’ knowledge of the profession, motivation toward a career as a Physical Therapist, ability to think clearly and logically, self-confidence, and verbal expression of ideas.

The interview will be conducted over a full day and will include:

Interviews:              February

Invited interview candidates will receive a 2-3 week notice to allow time to arrange travel and accommodations.  The interview packet will provide further information about the area and recommended places to stay.  The interview will take place at the new Health Professions Campus and can be accessed via the MAX Light Rail Transit train from the Portland metro area.