Frequently Asked Questions

• What is Chapman University's federal school code?
  
  
• Where do I send my transcripts?
  
  
• Are letters of recommendation required?
  
  
• What are Chapman's recommended GRE scores?
  
  
• What is Chapman's institutional code?
  
  
• Do I have to apply to both Chapman University and the Doctor of Physical Therapy progam seperately?
  
  
• How long is the DPT program?
  
  
• When do you accept new students?
  
  
• How much does the program cost?
  
  
• What degree do I need to enter the DPT program?
  
  
• What is the difference between a professional (entry-level) DPT program and the transitional DPT Program?
  
  
• Do you have part-time curriculum?

What is Chapman University's federal school code?

001164

Where do I send my transcripts?

Department of Physical Therapy
Attention: Serena Healey
Chapman University
One University Drive
Orange, CA  92866

Are letters of recommendation required?

No. Letters of recommendation are not required with your application.

What are Chapman's recommended GRE scores?

All applicants must submit current GRE scores. The GRE must have been taken within 5 years of application. All GRE scores will be taken from the same test, with recommended minimum scores as follows:

Regular Admission		Priority Admission
Verbal: 400		Verbal: 450
Quantitative: 500		Quantitative: 530
Analytical writing: 3.5		Analytical writing: 3.5

What is Chapman's institutional code?

Chapman's institutional code is 4047. GRE test results should be sent directly to Chapman University.

Do I have to apply to both Chapman University and the Doctor of Physical Therapy progam seperately?

No, only one application is required. Chapman University has recently partnered with the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) to provide an online application, click here to apply.

How long is the DPT program?

The DPT program is a three year, trimester program. Go to the Academic Programs page, to view the curriculum semester-by-semester.

When do you accept new students?

We begin accepting applications in December for fall enrollment.

How much does the program cost?

2008-2009 Tuition: $27,360 for the year and $9,120 per semester (costs will increase 3-5% each year).

What degree do I need to enter the DPT program?

You must hold either a BA/BS from an accredited college or university.

What is the difference between a professional (entry-level) DPT program and the transitional DPT Program?

The entry-level program is designed for students with a BA or BS degree. Students who hold either of these degrees in combination with the required cumulative GPA and prerequisites are eligible to apply for the program.

The transitional DPT program is for anyone who currently holds either a Bachelors of Physical Therapy or Master of Physical Therapy and is interested in obtaining a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.

Do you have part-time curriculum?

The DPT curriculum is a three year full-time program with no part-time curriculum.