BGSU Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

BGSU is ranked No. 1 in Ohio for career readiness by the Wall Street Journal. Our DPT program prepares students for real-world clinical situations through our hands-on labs and guidance from expert faculty. Learn more our commitment to graduating practice-ready physical therapists by visiting the link below.

https://www.bgsu.edu/careerready.html

Our 7-semester, accelerated DPT lets you earn your degree faster than a traditional program, all while you take classes from home. Regular on-campus immersions and clinical internships prepare you for the challenge of life as a practicing physical therapist.

Learn more through the link below.

https://www.bgsu.edu/academics/graduate/physical-therapy-doctoral.html

You will spend significant time immersed in clinical experiences as a BGSU Doctor of Physical Therapy student. Expect to spend 30 weeks in full-time clinical education across diverse settings and locations nationwide.

These clinical experiences are key to building the professional competencies you need to be a successful physical therapist. Real-world situations allow you to apply and hone the knowledge from your remote learning courses under the guidance of experienced physical therapists.

Learn more about clinical experiences by visiting the link below.

https://www.bgsu.edu/academics/graduate/physical-therapy-doctoral.html

Today we pause to honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Melissa Yeung on her publication, “Access, Opportunity, and Transparency in Academic Publishing,” in the Journal of Physical Therapy Education.

As the first-ever JoPTE Editorial Fellow, Dr. Yeung highlights the importance of mentorship, transparency, and creating opportunities for emerging researchers in physical therapy education. An insightful and important reflection on the future of academic publishing in the PT profession. 👏 https://journals.lww.com/jopte/fulltext/2026/06000/access,_opportunity,_and_transparency_in_academic.1.aspx

Community Volunteers Needed for the BGSU Doctor of Physical Therapy Program! 💙🧠

The BGSU Doctor of Physical Therapy Program is looking for community volunteers to help support our students’ learning experience!

We are seeking individuals with neurologic conditions such as:
✨ Stroke
✨ Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
✨ Parkinson’s Disease

Volunteers will participate in a supervised lab session where DPT students will practice physical therapy evaluation skills alongside licensed physical therapists. This is a great opportunity to help future PTs gain valuable real-world, hands-on experience before beginning their clinical rotations! 🙌

📅 When: June 24th, 2026
⏰ Time: 2:00–5:00 PM
(Individual time slots will be assigned closer to the date)

📍 Where: Olscamp Hall – BGSU Campus

📝 Please complete this Microsoft Form to express interest, and we will reach out regarding scheduling:

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=nXLLzQZRfE23W6MMRV1bCt7sB8HNk5VIljtMUhgZwEZUNjRJRVBQQ1gxM0s2UktGN0s0TzlGQUxKSy4u&route=shorturl

Get your questions answered before you apply to BGSU DPT by joining our upcoming webinar on May 13. 💻

Learn about what makes our program unique, including our 7-semester, hybrid format and our on-campus lab immersions.

Reserve your spot through the link below.

https://gradapply.bgsu.edu/register/?id=6294152c-e39e-431f-a54b-8477973fad35

Congratulations to BGSU DPT's own Dr. Tricia Prokop!
She was elected Chair of the Scholarship of Education Special Interest Group APTA Academy of Education, May 2026.

This national leadership role recognizes her outstanding contributions to physical therapy education, educational scholarship, faculty development, and advancing evidence-informed teaching practices within the profession.

We look forward to seeing how she will continue to shape PT Education for years to come.

🎉 Celebrating Excellence in the BGSU DPT Program! 🎉

We are proud to recognize and congratulate four outstanding members of the Bowling Green State University Doctor of Physical Therapy faculty on their recent promotions!

👏 Dr. Emelia McCuen and Dr. Josh Halfpap — promoted to Associate Clinical Professor
👏 Dr. Jennifer Kish — promoted to Clinical Professor
👏 Dr. Evan Petersen — promoted to Professor with Tenure

These achievements reflect their unwavering commitment to teaching, service, and scholarship, and their impact on student success, clinical education, and the advancement of the physical therapy profession.

Their dedication continues to shape the next generation of physical therapists and strengthen our program in meaningful ways. We are incredibly fortunate to have such passionate and accomplished faculty leading the way.

💡 Here’s to continued innovation, mentorship, and excellence in DPT education!

Physical therapy is about helping people move forward. From recovery to long-term wellness, PTs make an impact across a variety of settings.

Interested in earning your DPT? Start exploring your future in physical therapy: https://bit.ly/3hbbstN

Physical Therapy | Doctorate | BGSU The BGSU Doctor of Physical Therapy is Ohio’s first and only public, hybrid (online and in-person), accelerated DPT program –24 months, no GRE required.