Physical Therapy
The Physical Therapy Department at the University of North Georgia offers a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree. The Doctor in Physical Therapy is the first doctorate degree offered at the University of North Georgia. The DPT program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
Open House & Information Sessions
- Nighthawk Preview University Showcase (PT), Saturday, February 27, from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
- March 25, 2021, from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Virtual Open House
- May 18, 2021, from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Virtual Open House
Graduate programs at UNG have different admission requirements, application deadlines and tuition rates. Select a program name or its catalog listing to learn more about UNG’s graduate offerings. Contact Graduate Admissions if you have questions regarding the application process.
Program Name | Catalog | Campus | Colleges or Academic Units |
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Doctor of Physical Therapy | D | College of Health Sciences & Professions | |
Post-Professional Doctor of Physical Therapy* | D | College of Health Sciences & Professions |
The campus designation code indicates that the degree can be completed on that campus or online, as indicated.
*Degree requires visits to multiple campuses and/or online courses.
**This program is pending SACSCOC approval.

Support Physical Therapy
- Visit the UNG donation page
- Select a donation amount
- For Designation, select 'Other'
- In the box that appears, type 'Physical Therapy'
Thank you for your support and interest!
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