Physical therapy is the science of healing and art of caring, with the goal of helping patients reach their maximum performance potential while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. At USD, we take a person-centered and evidence-based approach to your physical therapy education. You will learn from board-certified clinical specialists in sports, orthopedics, geriatrics and neurology, and you'll get personalized academic and career assistance from a core faculty advisor dedicated to your success.
Some of the experiences that may be available to you include presenting research at national conferences, assisting physical therapy faculty in treating Division I athletes and gaining hundreds of hours of clinical education. These experiences set you up to graduate with the hands-on experiences and confidence you need to deliver the highest quality care to your patients. Plus, as a student in the School of Health Sciences, you'll study and practice alongside students from a variety of disciplines, which will prepare you to be a collaborative member of your future patients' care teams.
Follow your passion for helping others as you learn about prevention, health promotion, the management of disability and the restoration of function as a physical therapy student at USD.