The Physical Therapy at Binghamton University is a PhD program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the university's main campus in Binghamton, United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 4 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on August 22, 2027.

About PhD in Physical Therapy

NOTE: Application to Binghamton's DPT program is conducted via the Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service (PTCAS). Get details and learn how to apply.

Binghamton University's Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program is a full-time, three-year program that requires 115 credit hours for completion. The curriculum combines classroom instruction, laboratory instruction and both part-time and full-time clinical experiences. Upon successful completion, graduates will be eligible to take the National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE) for licensure as physical therapists.

The Division of Physical Therapy is located in a new, state-of-the-art building on the University's Health Sciences Campus. Integral to our curricula are the Innovative Simulation and Practice Center, an accredited facility providing hands-on skills training, high-fidelity patient simulators, standardized patient experiences and virtual-reality scenarios; cutting-edge Anatomy and Physiology Lab; and Motion Analysis Research Laboratory, offering sophisticated equipment for conducting human-movement research.

DPT students will learn from a caring, committed and inclusive faculty who are engaged in providing an innovative and learner-centered educational experience.

Effective Oct. 25, 2022, the Division of Physical Therapy at Binghamton University has been granted Candidate for Accreditation status by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). Candidate for Accreditation is an accreditation status of affiliation with the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education that indicates the program may matriculate students in technical/professional courses. Achievement of Candidate for Accreditation status does not assure that the program will be granted Initial Accreditation.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for PhD in Physical Therapy at Binghamton University

Entry Requirements

Provide a complete set of your undergraduate (and, if applicable, graduate) transcripts showing one of the following:
- You have earned a bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) from a nationally or regionally accredited college or university
- You are within one academic year of earning a bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent) from a nationally or regionally accredited college or university
- You are eligible to apply as part of a memorandum of understanding between your current institution and Binghamton University
Have earned, at minimum, one of the following:
- A 3.0 GPA over your entire undergraduate career
- A 3.0 GPA during the last 60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits of your undergraduate degree, with most courses graded regularly (not as "pass/fail")
- A 3.0 GPA in a graduate degree, with most courses graded regularly (not as "pass/fail")
- In consideration of the different grading scales used around the world, each academic department evaluates international transcripts to determine on a case-by-case basis whether they demonstrate one of the above requirements.

English Requirements

PTEMin 53
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 80

Career Opportunities after Completing PhD in Physical Therapy

Physical therapists are movement experts who improve quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on care and patient education. Physical therapists diagnose and treat individuals of all ages, from newborns to people at the end of life. Employment of physical therapists is projected to grow 21% by 2030, faster than the average for all occupations according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. There is an enormous need for physical therapy professionals in a wide range of industries such as hospitals and healthcare systems, outpatient clinics, private homes, schools, sports and fitness facilities, workplaces, long-term care facilities and nursing homes, research facilities and academic institutions.

Tuition and Fee Information for PhD in Physical Therapy at Binghamton University

Application Fee 70

How to Apply for PhD in Physical Therapy at Binghamton University

Submit the online application and all required application materials.

You will need a valid email address to create an online application.
- For best performance, we recommend using Google Chrome to apply.
Upload all required application materials for your program to the online application.

Scan and upload the files with care, making sure they are clear, legible and complete. The graduate admissions committee will receive the files you scan and upload.
Preferred file format is PDF. Other accepted file formats include .doc, .docx, .rtf, .jpg and .tif.
Do not mail hard (paper) copies of any application materials unless specifically requested by the Office of Graduate Admissions.

Pay the $75 (USD) non-refundable graduate degree program application fee.
- You can use a Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express credit card. Your credit card bill serves as your receipt.
- We are happy to be able to grant application fee waivers to CSTEP, EOP, HEOP, LSAMP Program, Project 1000, SEEK Program or TRIO Program (McNair Scholars Program, Student Support Services, Upward Bound, etc.) students. Please provide a certified letter from your program official attesting to your participation. Documents can be uploaded directly on the application or by emailing [email protected].
- We are happy to be able to grant application fee waivers to GEM Fellowship applicants. Please submit a copy of your GEM interface homepage indicating that your overall application status is complete. Documents can be uploaded directly on the application or by emailing [email protected].
- United States Armed Forces veterans and active duty service members are also eligible for an application fee waiver. Please submit a copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214) or your Status Report Pursuant to Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (as downloaded from https://scra.dmdc.osd.mil). Documents can be uploaded directly on the application or by emailing them to [email protected].
- Please note that a request for an application fee waiver may take 2 to 3 business days to process. Please wait for an email stating that your request has been approved before submitting your application. If you have any questions about this process, please contact us at [email protected].
Submit the online application and all required application materials by your program's application deadline.

Review these reminders before you apply:

We recommend you begin the application process at least one month before your program's application deadline.
You may apply to more than one program at a time. If you receive an admission decision for more than one program, you can only confirm your intent to enroll for one program at a time. Any remaining applications will be automatically withdrawn once you have confirmed your intent to enroll by paying your admission deposit. Exceptions will be made for individuals applying to approved dual- and double-degree programs.
Take care when selecting your program. The Office of Graduate Admissions cannot make any changes to your program once we receive and begin review of your application.

If you are a former Binghamton University student (undergraduate, graduate or non-degree/non-matriculated) and have changed your name, file an official name change form with the Office of Financial Aid and Student Records before submitting an application.
If you are an international student, review the additional admission requirements for international students before submitting an application.
If you are interested in transferring graduate credits from another institution to Binghamton University, review the policies regarding the transfer of graduate credits before submitting an application. The application process is the same for students who are planning to transfer graduate credits as it is for those who are not.