Mount Saint Mary College in Newburgh, N.Y. and Dominican University New York (DUNY) in Rockland County are proud to announce an early acceptance agreement where aspiring physical therapists can begin their academic journey at the Mount, and upon graduation with a bachelor’s degree, advance directly into the acclaimed Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at DUNY.
Mount students with an excellent academic performance can apply for acceptance to matriculate to DUNY before finishing their undergraduate work. The Department of Physical Therapy at DUNY enjoys a wide diversity in the academic and life experiences that students bring to the DPT program. For more about the DUNY DPT program, visit www.duny.edu/dpt
Mount applicants to this program should be undergraduate majors in Biology, Psychology, or Exercise Science. They must also have:
- Completed an application on PTCAS.org
- Completed the prerequisites, found here: msmc.edu/programs/pre-health-professions
- Minimum 3.0 GPA in all undergraduate courses
- Minimum 3.0 GPA in all prerequisite courses
- 60 hours in a physical therapy office
About Mount Saint Mary College
Mount Saint Mary College, ranked a Top-Tier University by U.S. News & World Report, offers bachelor’s and master’s degree programs for careers in healthcare, business, education, social services, communications, media, the liberal arts, and more. From traditional students and master’s degree candidates to transfers and adults seeking degree completion, the Mount is focused on providing the right educational options to the Hudson Valley and beyond. Mount Saint Mary College was founded by the Dominican Sisters of Newburgh in 1959, with the Dominican Pillars of service, community, study, and spirituality as their guide. More than six decades later, aiding the community remains a central part of the college’s mission.
About Dominican University New York
Dominican University fosters relationships between students and faculty through small, personal classes. Since 1952, Dominican University has provided students with the environment to cultivate unique bonds and life-long relationships. The university is one of a select group of colleges to be named a College of Distinction, based on its excellence in Four Distinctions: engaged students, great teaching, vibrant campus communities and successful outcomes. Dominican University has been honored as a College of Distinction for the last four years. For the last three years, Dominican University has also been named Military Friendly for exhibiting best practices in support of military students. In addition, U.S. News & World Report ranked Dominican University New York a Top Performer on Social Mobility on its 2022-2023 Best Colleges list. This recognition is a testament to the University’s commitment to providing opportunities for students from all backgrounds to achieve academic and professional success.