The DPT program at SMU prepares graduates to excel as generalist physical therapists with a holistic approach to patient care, integrating foundational, applied, and social sciences. We emphasize clinical reasoning to prepare graduates for practice or residency upon graduation.
FUND SCHOLARHIPS FOR PHYSICAL THERAPY STUDENTS
Gifts to the Physical Therapy Scholarship Fund help students cover tuition, fees, and living expenses, enabling them to focus more on their education and less on holding down a job or taking out student loans.
In the words of a student:
"Receiving this scholarship alleviates the financial challenges of pursuing higher education and allows me to focus on developing the skills I need to be a compassionate advocate and physical therapist for marginalized populations. After graduation I hope to serve those who face similar barriers to care who often delay or avoid healthcare due to stigma."
- DPT '2025 Student and Scholarship Recipient
