Division of Physical Therapy

We're ranked No. 22!

U.S. News & World Report ranked MUSC's Physical Therapy program No. 22 among the Best Grad Schools in the nation.

#22 Ranked Physical Therapy Program – U.S. News & World Report

2 Doctor of Physical Therapy program formats

4 Physical Therapy residency programs

98.5% overall NPTE exam pass rate

As reported by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy for 2024.

About the Profession & the Programs We Offer

PTs examine, diagnose, and treat individuals of all ages, from newborns to the elderly, with health-related conditions that limit their ability to move and function daily. They help people understand their bodies so that they can manage health conditions and prevent mobility loss before it occurs by developing fitness and wellness-oriented programs for healthier and more active lifestyles.

The MUSC Division of Physical Therapy is among the top programs in the nation, ranked in the top 10% of physical therapy programs by U.S. News & World Report. The division offers a Doctor of Physical Therapy program in two formats, residential and hybrid, as well as four residency programs for practicing physical therapists.

Residential DPT Program

For students interested in living in or near Charleston, SC, and engaging in a more traditional on-campus experience, our Residential DPT (Res DPT) is the perfect option. Students attend classes on the MUSC campus in the heart of the historic downtown, participate in activities that support the local community, and work collaboratively with students from other programs across the university.

Hybrid DPT Program

The hybrid format combines the prestige of the eight-semester curriculum from our nationally ranked program with the geographic flexibility of hybrid learning.You will experience the best of both worlds - dynamic online learning, occurring in directed asynchronous and live synchronous formats, and engaging, hands-on clinical labs in the vibrant and historic city of Charleston, SC

CARES Therapy Clinic

The student-run CARES Therapy Clinic provides a unique opportunity for students to gain hands-on, service-learning experience while providing pro-bono occupational, physical and speech therapy services to patients in the Charleston area.

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