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 transitional Doctorate of Physical Therapy 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 PT’s residing in the Philippines to acquire a DPT at a cost that is proportional to the market differential between the US and the Philippines.
A World-Class Program with Dr. Reed Humphrey and Dr. Jonathan Scheeler.
The innovative, world-class curriculum is taught by the best and brightest faculty. The contemporary online format engages you from virtually anywhere, when you are ready, on your schedule and at your pace. Plus, as a student, you will have direct access to these expert faculty and to a diverse, experienced peer group.
All but one course is online. Each course within the curriculum is designed to advance critical thinking to the doctorate level while building on clinical skills.
As the saying goes, “a rising tide lifts all boats.” The UM tDPT program provides a critical career advancement pathway for therapists trained at Universities in the Philippines. Filipino physical therapists residing in the Philippines, faculty, or administrators holding a bachelor’s degree from a Filipino PT school can enroll to attain a DPT but continue to practice in the Philippines. Plus, the University of Montana is institutionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).
While the tDPT coursework will assist toward the fulfillment of the educational requirements toward US licensure, it does not guarantee a US license. All Filipino PT’s seeking US PT licensure, must comply with all steps outlined by the FSBPT.
Application Deadline for Fall 2022 Semester: | Postmarked by August 14, 2022 |
Projected Semester Start Dates*: | |
Summer 2022 | April 18, 2022 |
Fall 2022 | August 29, 2022 |
Spring 2023 | January 2023 |
*Schedules for future academic semesters are projected for planning purposes. Dates are subject to change without notice and will be confirmed upon acceptance.
* 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.
*$250 per credit. Payment option is available.
For the course sequence starting a different semester, learn more here. Schedules for future academic semesters are projected for planning purposes. Dates are subject to change without notice and will be confirmed upon acceptance.
If you are seeking to attain a DPT:
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.