Physical Therapy Degree

The physical therapy program at Neumann 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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Neumann University (Neumann)

2400 Chew Street, Allentown, PA

Neumann University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Aston, PA, the school resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. Neumann University has a yearly student enrollment of nearly three thousand.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Neumann offers:

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Most students admitted to Neumann achieve an SAT score within the range of 1160 to 1420, or an ACT score within the range of 16 to 20. 90% of those students that apply are accepted to Neumann University, of which 24 percent choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at neumann.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $26,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's tuition calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Housing may be available for those that would like to live on-campus for around a cost of $6,900 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

Athletic programs are available at Neumann through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs available may include:

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

Students who would like to learn more about this school can visit their website at http://www.neumann.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Physical Therapy Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Neumann 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).