Physical Therapy Degree

The physical therapy program at University of Maryland Eastern Shore 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 Maryland colleges that offer physical therapy degrees.

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University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES)

1300 Mount Royal Avenue, Baltimore, MD

UMES is a public historically black institution located in Princess Anne, MD. A majority of historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. As a land grant institution this school is among larger public institutions in the state of Maryland. UMES has a yearly student enrollment of approximately four thousand.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Security And Protective Services
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Social Sciences
• English Language And Literature

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, student records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1160 to 1410 on the SAT and in a range of 16 to 19 for the ACT exam is typical among students admitted to this school. University of Maryland Eastern Shore admits approximately 50% of applicants. Of those admitted, around 36% registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Tuition & fees at University of Maryland Eastern Shore vary for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs around $7,100 per year and out-of-state tuition costing $16,000 per year. On-campus housing is available for students, which costs around $4,600 each year. Some students at UMES may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered as grants or student loans.

Athletic programs are available at University of Maryland Eastern Shore through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)

Students can visit the University of Maryland Eastern Shore website to see a complete list of programs offered, student services, 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. UMES 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

• Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $40.40
  • Average Annual Salary: $84030

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