Pre-Physical Therapy

Why Pre-Physical Therapy at Coe?

The areas of study available at Coe provide excellent preparation for a professional school or graduate program. As early as possible in your undergraduate years, coordinate a four-year academic program with the entrance requirements of the graduate institutions in which you are interested.
The course of study for Coe pre-physical therapy normally includes an emphasis on biology and chemistry, with additional study possible in physics and mathematics. Coe's biology, chemistry and pre-med clubs can help you meet and interact with students who share your interests.

Special faculty advisors are available to help you fulfill the requirements for entrance into postgraduate training for physical therapy. Your Coe advisor can facilitate internships and other practical experiences to help you learn more about the professional specialties in which you are interested.

Coe graduates have an excellent record of admission to leading medical and professional schools. In recent years Coe grads have been accepted at medical schools such as Stanford University, the University of Iowa, Baylor University, Duke University, the University of Chicago and Northwestern University.

Tips for Success:

• Follow the pre-health course of study. This will include science requirements — usually biology courses, chemistry and physics.
• Contact the pre-health advisors (Dr. Paul Storer or Chad Libby). They will help you to plan out your schedule of classes. You also will have the opportunity to set up an internship, set up volunteer experiences and keep your application process on schedule.
• Check with the physical therapy schools where you want to apply for specific courses they require for admission. You may need to add some courses to meet a school's special requirements, and these courses can be taken through general education requirements.
• Join the Pre-med Club, Biology Club or Chemistry Club and enjoy the company of students with similar interests.