1. Minimum overall and science grade point average of 3.0 in the undergraduate work (on a four point scale). Courses with a grade below a “C-” will not transfer but will be included in the grade point average.
2. Evidence of completion of a baccalaureate degree from a four-year accredited institution prior to beginning in the professional program. 
3. Evidence of having graduated from an accredited physical therapist assistant program (transcripts may serve as evidence).
4. Minimum of one year of work experience as a physical therapist assistant prior to applying.
5. Completion of all application materials for The University of Findlay and the Physical Therapy Program.
6. Five of the seven prerequisite classes must be completed with a grade of “B” or better prior to submitting application.    

PREREQUISITES
All required program prerequisites must be completed prior to beginning the professional program.
Program Prerequisites:Human Anatomy and Physiology (8 hours; required within the last five years) Basic Physics (8 hours) General Chemistry (8 hours) Elementary Statistics (3 hours)

APPLICATION PROCESS
Admission to the Physical Therapy Program is a two-step process:
1. Applicants must first apply to the University of Findlay using the online Transfer/Post High School application. Applicants must send offical college/university transcripts to the Office of Gradaute and Professional Studies.
2. A seperate applicantion needs to be completed for consideration into the weekend Doctor of Physical Therapy curriculum. (This process should be started six weeks prior to the May 1st deadline).

Note: Admission to the University of Findlay does not guarantee admission to the Physical Therapy Program.  

SELECTION OF APPLICANTS
A number of factors are considered during the selection process for each physical therapy class.  These include: grades, writing ability, recommendations, employment experience, leadership, community and professional involvement.  Students who are alumni of or currently enrolled in The University of Findlay’s Weekend College are given special consideration in the application process.  

DEADLINES
The application cycle for the Weekend Physical Therapist Assistant to Doctor of Physical Therapy degree program (Bridge Program) is open from January 1 until May 1 of the year preceeding planned matriculation. The class entering in January 2010 has already been seated. The new admission cycle will open January 2010 for the class entering January 2011. Please check back later.  Thank you.