Carlow University | Doctorate of Physical Therapy

What Kind of Physical Therapist Will You Become?

At Carlow University, earning your Doctor of Physical Therapy is about more than mastering clinical skills. It's about becoming the kind of physical therapist patients trust, colleagues rely on, and communities need.

Here, you'll see the whole person, not just the diagnosis. Grounded in a curriculum that blends hands-on clinical immersion, faculty mentorship, and a commitment to service, the program helps students grow into healers who are ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of their patients and communities.

That approach delivers results: 93% of Carlow’s inaugural DPT cohort passed the NPTE on their first attempt, a strong outcome that reflects the power of a program designed to develop both clinical excellence and deeply human care.

A Different Philosophy of Physical Therapy

Physical therapists play a vital role in helping people move forward after injury, illness, or surgery. At Carlow, we believe that role extends beyond rehabilitation.

Our approach combines heart, head, and hands, preparing you to think critically, lead confidently, and care deeply. From your first day, you'll be part of a collaborative learning environment where faculty know your name, classmates become teammates, and every experience is designed to shape the kind of clinician you'll become.

Hear directly from Kunal Bhanot, program creator and director, as he shares his vision for the program and what makes the Carlow DPT experience unique.

Hear from Carlow Physical Therapists

Nigel Jarvis

Yousef Tamimi

Mia Talley

Carolina Wong Giansante

Apply to Carlow's Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Today.

Become the physical therapist the future needs.