Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to send official transcripts?

University of Minnesota students from any campus are not required to submit official transcripts for consideration for admission.  However, if you are admitted you are required to submit official transcripts prior to enrollment and registration for classes.  The Physical Therapy Program prefers that you submit official transcripts with your initial application.  Applicants from all colleges and universities except the University of Minnesota need to send official transcripts to the Program in Physical Therapy.

What if I repeat a course?  How will my grades for prerequisite courses be considered?

When a prerequisite course has been repeated, the better of the two earned grades will be used to compute the prerequisite GPA.  The lower grade will not be listed.

How many uncompleted prerequisite courses may I have left to complete and still have my application considered?

Two.  Three or more will delay consideration until at least one is complete.

My college/university grades on a A/B basis.  How does that translate?

A/B = A-
B/C = B-

Can I take Physiology and Anatomy I and II instead of separate courses to fulfill the pre-requisite courses?

Yes.

Can I take pre-requisite courses at a community college?

Yes.

When will I hear a decision regarding my application?

The average time to receive notice is 4 to 6 weeks after all materials have been received and prerequisites completed.

Do I need to take the TOEFL?

Only if you are a non-resident, which is defined by University policy.

How do I determine if I'm a resident or not?

See the Basic Definition of Resident Status and the Application for Resident Classification.

Is Financial Aid available for foreign students?

Please consult the Cost - Financial Aid page on this website.

I am a physical therapist in a different country and I need to take some courses to be licensed here.  Can I take your classes?

Questions regarding this concern will be addressed by the Associate Director of the Physical Therapy Program, Becky Olson-Kellogg.  She may be reached by calling 612-624-2591.