Our goal at Chapman is the development of exceptional clinicians who are leaders in delivering and advocating ethical care in today’s global community. As a graduate, you’ll be informed in evidence-based practice and mentored in good clinical judgment. You’ll receive the skills you need to examine your personal values and translate them to patient care and leadership in the diverse healthcare environment.

Why is Chapman University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program right for you?

Stories abound about our faculty, their teaching and clinical experience and how they care about their students and their success. You’ll learn with a small cohort of 48 students, giving you the opportunity to excel and form strong relationships with faculty and your fellow colleagues.

Chapman develops leaders in the practice of physical therapy. You’ll learn how to be an exceptional clinician and a leader in delivering and advocating ethical care. When you are ready for your clinical experience, you will have access to our growing national network of clinical sites where you’ll learn from leaders in the profession.

Chapman has long been recognized for its unwavering commitment to academic excellence and low student-to-faculty ratios. U.S. News and World Report ranks Chapman in the top-tier of western region universities and colleges.