Lalita
What actions, as a college freshman, would be useful to increase your chances of being accepted into a graduate program?
I am going to be pursing a bachelor's degree in athletic training. Afterwards I will go on to pursue a doctorate's degree in physical therapy. I would like to dedicate myself, early in my college career, to actions I can take to ensure I will be a top candidate for the graduate PT school of my choosing. #college-admissions #physical-therapist #athletic-training
1 answer
Matthew Armes, MS, NCC, NCSC, LPC
Matthew’s Answer
Lalita, thanks for the question. There are several things you can do to improve your chances of receiving an offer for a physical therapy program in graduate school. First and foremost, during your freshman year of college, you would greatly benefit by doing well in all of your classes, but especially those within the math and science fields (biology, chemistry, anatomy, etc.) It's hard to say what specific science courses you'll have during your first year; that will depend on the conversations you have with your academic advisor. If you did well in high school with your science and math courses, you'll be well-prepared for these challenges in college. In addition to doing well in your coursework, it's also a good idea to find specific ways you can enhance your resume through related activities, such as professional organizations you can join and/or obtain field hours (i.e., working with various athletic teams, local athletic facilities, etc.)
Best of luck!