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Frequently Asked Questions

• Do I have to apply to the Graduate School as well as the Physical Therapy School?

  You will first be required to complete the application through . If accepted into the program, you will then receive communications from the Graduate School to complete their application process. 

• Will online coursework be accepted?

  Yes, online coursework may be accepted, provided it comes from an accredited institution.

• What undergraduate major do you recommend?

  We recommend that you major in a course of study that you enjoy.  There is no major that is more favorably looked upon than any other, but choosing a major that allows for efficiency in getting prerequisites finished in a timely manner should be a consideration. Thus, many of our students have majored in biology or health and human performance (kinesiology, exercise science or exercise physiology, athletic training); but we also have recent students who majored in art history, astrophysics, business, anthropology, public health, Spanish, and occupational safety and health.

• Can my transcripts be reviewed for prerequisites before I apply?

  We review transcripts/prerequisites on a case by case basis. Please direct your inquiries to physical.therapy@umontana.edu.

• Are courses from community colleges evaluated differently than courses from full universities?

  Grades from both sources are evaluated on an equal basis.

• Do you take an average for grades of repeated courses?

  Both grades are included in your cumulative grade point average. However, we will take the higher grade for computation of your prerequisite GPA.

• Are observation hours required?

  Observation hours are not a requirement for our program, however it is highly recommended. These hours are for your benefit to ensure you truly want to pursue a career in physical therapy. 

• Where do I send my GRE scores?

  GRE scores should be submitted using code Institutional Code 1475 on PTCAS.

• When do classes begin?

  Our classes start in the fall of each year, typically during the last week of August. However, new student mandatory orientation occurs the week before classes begin.