Innovative Academics

In their first year, DPT students are paired with human donors who they work with and learn from for several months. At the course's conclusion, students plan a program to honor the donors.

“Our donor taught me much more than any book or online resource ever could. To make tangible what had previously been nothing more than words and pictures has been an invaluable teaching tool.”

Expert Mentors

One hundred percent of Elon’s 13 full-time DPT faculty members hold doctoral degrees. DPT students work side-by-side with their professors and partner with them on research.

Andrews discusses collaborating with students on research that was published in a peer-reviewed journal.

DPT course descriptions

A Commitment to Healing

Jeremy Gates was comatose for three months following a 2006 car wreck. Under the direction of Jane Freund, associate professor of physical therapy education, he has been undergoing physical therapy with Elon DPT students and ARMC staff since late 2007.

Community Outreach

Successful Alumni

Tatum Robinson, a physical therapy graduate, and Lisa Ciaravella, an Elon alumna, opened Phoenix Physical Therapy and Sports Performance in 2006.

"We specialize in orthopedics, but we work to fit the needs of our community; we see everyone from quadriplegic patients to high school athletes," Tatum says.

Job Outlook and Resources

A Respected Reputation

"The DPT program consistently graduates physical therapists who are inquisitive, creative and committed to clinical excellence. They utilize evidence-based therapy techniques and display outstanding interpersonal skills when working with other members of the healthcare team."

Lisa Pennington, executive director of Rehabilitation, LifeStyle and Employer Services for ARMC