Doctor of Physical Therapy

Physical Therapy at George Fox

The future of the physical therapy profession is brighter than ever. As George Fox celebrates the Doctor of Physical Therapy program’s 10th year, our graduates continue to enter one of the fastest growing sectors of healthcare with experience that positions them as leaders in the industry. Our Mission: to meet the health and wellness needs of our community through innovative practice, passionate commitment, the pursuit of excellence and generous service.

What makes us unique?

George Fox's premier DPT program is built on four pillars that truly set our program apart from others. Here are four elements that make our program stand out.

What are our students learning?

Using a problem-based approach, we teach and model lifelong learning and critical thinking that produces graduates who are professionally prepared to enter the field.

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Further, we don’t consider a student’s education complete upon graduation. The George Fox DPT community stays available to graduates through mentoring and continuing education as long as our alumni continue to connect.

Our Faculty Expertise

Orthopedics

Manual Therapy

Biomechanics

Pediatrics

Sports Medicine

Research

General Physical Therapy Practice

Neuroscience

What does clinical education look like at George Fox?

A significant part of the program consists of 37 weeks of full-time clinical training. Integrated throughout all three years of the didactic component is hands-on clinical training in a variety of settings, including private practice, hospital acute care, orthopedics, pediatric and rehabilitation facilities.

Students should be prepared to participate in some clinical internships outside of the Portland metropolitan area during the clinical education portion of the program. During these out-of-area internships (as well as other internships), students are responsible for living and transportation expenses.

Internship Calendar

The George Fox program provides two more clinical rotations than are required by the APTA, allowing students the opportunity to explore more domains of physical therapy and essentially create a concentration. These additional rotations, coupled with research projects, provide students confidence entering physical therapy practice.

What are student outcomes at George Fox?

Updated in January each year

Physical therapy is a growing career field, due in large part to advances in medical technology that have allowed doctors to save and treat more people who will go on to need physical therapy after or in coordination with their primary medical care.

Physical therapists earn an annual mean wage that is higher than the national average for all occupations. Increasing demand for their services may result in higher wages in the future.

Careers in Physical Therapy

State Licensure Links & Reciprocity Table

Students earning their license through the George Fox DPT program have reciprocity to practice in all 50 US states. 

About George Fox

George Fox is ranked by Forbes among the top Christian colleges in the nation, and U.S. News & World Report lists the university as a “Best National University.” The Doctor of Physical Therapy program is aligned with the institution’s mission: to prepare students academically and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion.

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