The DPT degree is an entry-level clinical degree that prepares the student to enter the field of physical therapy with a background in musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiovascular/pulmonary and integumentary systems.<br><br>The professional program requires full-time enrollment for three academic years and three summer sessions. The curriculum contains foundational and clinical sciences combining traditional lectures and course work, lab sessions, problem-based learning classes and clinical education. A graduate must pass the National Physical Therapy Examination to receive a license to practice.<br>Students who enter the MU Physical Therapy program will enter a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree program. Students will be required to have a bachelor's degree (regular admission) or at least 90 semester credit hours (early admission option) to enter the DPT program.<br><br>The University of Missouri Physical Therapy Department offers an entry-level educational program only. We do not offer post-professional degrees. If students already have a degree in Physical Therapy/Physiotherapy, they must pursue higher education at another university.