Physical Therapy Degree

The physical therapy program at DeSales University prepares students for a career as a physical therapist, consultant, educator, administrator, and clinical scholar. The program focuses on alleviating physical and functional impairments and limitations caused by injury or disease through the design and implementation of therapeutic interventions to promote fitness and health. Program courses include: anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, neuroscience, pathological physiology, physical growth process, physical therapy modalities, rehabilitation psychology, physical therapy administration, and professional standards and ethics. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer physical therapy degrees.

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DeSales University

Also known as The Beauty Institute

1921 Union Blvd, Allentown, PA

DeSales University provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Center Valley, PA and operated as a private institution. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Around three thousand students enroll at DeSales University per year.

Students can pick from several areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Visual And Performing Arts
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Communications And Journalism
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Students may provide either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions at DeSales University. A score in a range of 960 - 1190 on the SAT, or 20 - 26 for the ACT is common among accepted students. DeSales University accepts approximately 70% of students applying. Of those applicants accepted, around 28% of students attended the school. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $32,000 annually, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students may check the school's price of attendance calculator to determine cost. Student housing is available for students, which costs approximately $5,700 per year. Students at DeSales University may be eligible for aid which is typically loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for DeSales University is the "Bulldogs", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students should visit the website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, financial aid details, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Physical Therapy Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. The Beauty Institute offers a doctorate degree program in physical therapy.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Physical Therapists

Description

Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, physical therapists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 34.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ
  • Total Employment: 600
  • Average Hourly Rate: $43.02
  • Average Annual Salary: $89480

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).