Earn Your Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree
Start Your Journey Toward a DPT Degree
Ready to take the first step toward becoming a physical therapist? Marist’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program combines in-depth classroom and laboratory instruction with extensive clinical rotations to create the most comprehensive physical therapy doctoral programs available.
- Unmatched Expertise: Learn from practicing professionals in small classes with a 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio.
- Global Clinical Rotations: Choose from over 300 clinical sites, including opportunities in Italy and Switzerland.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Train in cutting-edge labs for physical therapy, anatomy, movement analysis, and suite of trauma, surgery, and exam room simulation labs.
- Proven Success Rates: Achieve your career goals with a 96.2% NPTE pass rate and 100% employment for graduates.
- Scholarship Opportunities Available: Eligible students can qualify for a merit scholarship.
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Join a top-tier Doctor of Physical Therapy program in New York that offers global clinical rotations, hands on training, and outcomes that rival the best DPT programs.
Marist Doctorate of Physical Therapy By The Numbers
Join a Nationally Recognized DPT Program
Students nationwide choose Marist for our cutting-edge facilities, supportive faculty, and dynamic blend of clinical and classroom learning.
Train in Cutting-Edge Facilities
Marist’s Science and Allied Health building features advanced labs like the Physical Therapy Skills Lab, Gross Anatomy Lab, and Movement Analysis Lab that preparing you with the tools and experience to excel.
Effective for the entering class of January 2025, eligible students will receive a merit scholarship up to $10,500 per year ($31,500 total).
Merit Scholarship
Service at the Heart of Marist’s Physical Therapy Graduate Program
At Marist, service is central to the doctor of physical therapy program. Many of our students focus their doctoral projects on service, looking at unmet needs in the community, or education, teaching about physical and health-related topics to different audiences, gaining meaningful real world experience as they work toward their DPT degree.
“If you want to be a true clinician, Marist is your best choice. The staff and faculty at Marist are amazing and they will bring out the best in you.”
- Radhika Patel
With Marist’s prestigious reputation, we have contracted over 300 clinical sites with placements throughout the U.S. and even international rotations in Italy and Switzerland.
Clinical Sites
100% of Marist graduates who sought employment after graduation from the program were employed.
Employment Rate
Marist students achieve an ultimate pass rate of 96.2% on the National Physical Therapy Exam.
NPTE Pass Rate
Marist DPT Degree Program Distinctions
Marist’s DPT program is CAPTE-accredited for licensure nationwide.
CAPTE-Accredited
Our Science and Allied Health building features advanced labs for physical therapy, anatomy, movement analysis, and simulation.
Cutting-Edge Facilities
Marist offers 300+ clinical sites, including international rotations in Italy and Switzerland.
Clinical Rotations in Italy
Empowering Skill with Heart
Step into a career as a compassionate and capable physical therapist with Marist’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Accredited by CAPTE, this rigorous DPT program blends rigorous classroom learning, hands-on lab instruction, and extensive clinical rotations. You’ll graduate with the expertise and real-world experience to thrive in your career.
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A Program Designed for Clinical Excellence
Marist’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program is built for students who want immersive clinical training, close faculty mentorship, and strong career outcomes. With nationally recognized accreditation, hands-on learning in cutting-edge facilities, and an extensive clinical placement network, the program prepares you to enter the profession with confidence, competence, and a competitive edge.
Doctor of Physical Therapy at a Glance:
- 109 credits
- 32 month program
- CAPTE accredited
- 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio
- Competitive tuition
- Start term: January 4, 2027
- Scholarships up to $31,500 total
- More than 300 clinical sites with placements around the United States and internationally
- 100% employment rate