Preparing you for admission to any school of physical therapy

With a career in physical therapy, you’ll help people return to their full physical potential, guiding them to a life of health and wellness. While pre-physical therapy is not a major itself, we’ll match you with a degree program and the necessary coursework required to prepare you for admission into a school of physical therapy.

 

WONDERING IF THIS PROGRAM IS FOR YOU?

This program will be a good fit if you:

  • Are compassionate and caring for others
  • Can adapt to changes in demands of healthcare professions
  • Work well with others
  • Are service-oriented and enjoy working with people
  • Are knowledgeable and enjoy continuous learning
  • Have strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
  • Are instructional and socially perceptive

CAREERS

With a physical therapy degree, you could also work in the areas of:

  • Athletic training
  • Audiology
  • Exercise physiology

INTERNSHIPS

At Northern, we believe getting you out of the classroom and into a real-world workplace setting is a critical part of your education. You'll have several opportunities for internships and other forms of experiential learning throughout your time at Northern. Learn more at Student Experiences!

SCHOLARSHIPS

The NSU WolfPACT is the highest guaranteed, four-year scholarship in the region. But that isn't the only scholarship available at Northern. Visit Arts and Science Scholarships for other scholarship opportunities!

SAMPLE PLANS OF STUDY

SUGGESTED MAJORS AND MINORS

Students in our pre-physical therapy program often major in:

And minor in:

STUDY ABROAD

Experience the world while earning your degree through NSU Study Abroad! With hundreds of opportunities available around the globe, Northern can make your study abroad dream become a reality. Learn more at Study Abroad!

STUDENT RESEARCH

At Northern, you'll have the chance to conduct cutting-edge research that can have real-world impacts - while still an undergraduate student. Now with our brand new, state-of-the-art Jewett Regional Science Education Center, the sky is truly the limit. Learn more at Student Research!