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Philippines-Based BS to DPT

The University of Montana is proud to collaborate with Far Eastern University-Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation School of Physical Therapy and Rehab Essentials to bring a post professional Doctorate of Physical Therapy (tDPT) program to Philippines-based students. The University of Montana understands there is a discrepancy in cost of living and salaries in the PT profession internationally.  Recognizing this, the University of Montana accommodates and provides access to an affordable pathway for physical therapists residing in the Philippines to acquire a DPT at a cost that is proportional to the market differential between the US and the Philippines.

Be empowered. Move Your Career Forward.

  The University of Montana post professional tDPT program, provides a critical career advancement pathway for therapists trained at foreign Universities. The innovative, world-class curriculum is taught by the best and brightest faculty. The contemporary 100% asynchronous online format engages you from virtually anywhere. You have 24/7 online access to your courses and assignments when you are ready from virtually anywhere. Courses can be viewed and reviewed anytime within the semester. Deadlines and key dates for assignments, quizzes and exams are easily found in the course dashboard to keep you on track.

A World-Class Program with Dr. Reed Humphrey and Dr. Jonathan Scheeler.

Throughout this post-professional program you will gain advanced critical thinking and professional knowledge, to apply to the science and art of physical therapy.  You will be empowered to move your career forward and be better prepared to become a leader in physical therapy. And all with a budget-friendly tuition.

This track is for foreign trained therapists looking to attain a DPT and to either meet license requirements or continue to practice in their native country.  All courses taken through this program are graduate level courses. While the tDPT coursework will assist toward the fulfillment of the educational requirements toward US licensure, it does not guarantee a US license. All physical therapists seeking US PT licensure should follow all steps outlined by the FSBPT

Earn an Advanced Degree from an Accredited University

Rehab Essentials and FEU-NRMF have partnered with the University of Montana to offer a budget-friendly post professional Doctor of Physical Therapy (tDPT) degree program that allows internationally licensed working professionals to complete the degree on their terms, online and on their time. Each course within the curriculum is designed to advance critical thinking to the doctorate level while building on clinical skills.  Plus, the University of Montana is institutionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).

Key Dates

Application & Materials Deadlines:
Spring 2025 Cohort December 8, 2024
Summer 2025 Cohort March 30, 2025
 

Projected Semester Start Dates*:

Fall 2024 August 26, 2024
Spring 2025 December 30, 2024
Summer 2025 April 14, 2025

*Schedules for future academic semesters are projected for planning purposes. Dates are subject to change without notice and will be confirmed upon acceptance.

Curriculum

  • BS/MS to DPT30 CREDIT, 7 SEMESTER PROGRAM*

* we run 3 semesters a year, starting January, April, and August. We also offer an Accelerated Bachelors for Filipino Physical Therapists to tDPT, learn more here.

Tuition


*$250 per credit. Payment option is available.

Benefits

  • 100% online and asynchronous solution creates flexibility allowing you to study on your schedule and view your courses on almost any internet connected device
  • Budget-friendly tuition
  • Communicate directly with our expert faculty
  • Contemporary content from nationally-recognized subject matter experts
  • Advanced critical thinking and professional knowledge you can apply immediately in your Physical Therapy role
  • You will be empowered to move your career forward
  • Prepared to become a leader in physical therapy
  • Graduate with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Montana, an institution accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)

Requirements

If you are seeking to attain a DPT:

  • Bachelors in Physical Therapy Degree or Bachelors of Science in Physical Therapy Degree
  • Copy of Philippine Regulation Commission (PRC) issued PT license
  • Proof of residency in the Philippines. Residency in a qualifying country must be maintained for the entirety of the program to qualify for the adjusted tuition.
  • Official transcript(s) directly from the university, college, or recognized credentialing body
  • English proficiency results:
    • Taken in the last 2 years
    • Qualifying scores:
      • Duolingo English Test: 120 or better
      • Pearson Academic English Test: 64 or above
      • TOEFL: 92 or better (internet-based test)
      • IELTS: 6.5 or better
      • iTEP: 4.2 or better
      • For students with PT education in English, the proficiency requirement may be waived.  In order to waive the requirement, a letter stating the PT program was taught in English will need to be sent directly from the university to tDPT@feu-nrmf.edu.ph.
For all applicants seeking a US PT license:
We recommend using a foreign/international credentialing agency that accepts electronic documentation transfer (email, upload, etc). This will significantly reduce the time to have your documents evaluated and thus, get you to your goals sooner! All courses taken through this program are graduate level courses. While the tDPT coursework will assist toward the fulfillment of the educational requirements toward US licensure, it does not guarantee a US license. All physical therapists seeking US PT licensure should follow all steps outlined by the FSBPT.

How to Apply

Apply now for only $40 (a savings of $45 from the regular fee)!

Offered by University of Montana in collaboration with Rehab Essentials. Please complete the online application and send any questions and all requirements to:

Ms. Anna Rita Guanlao
School of Physical Therapy
Institute of Medicine Bldg
FEUNRMF Medical Center
Regalado Avenue, West Fairview,
Quezon City 1118
Tel number +632 983 5970, + 632 89838338 loc 1141
Email: tDPT@feu-nrmf.edu.ph

All required materials must be postmarked no later than application deadline noted above in Key Dates.  Spots are limited and assigned on a first come, first serve basis.

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