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Department of Physical Therapy

Welcome to the Department of Physical Therapy

We are proud to offer one of the top-ranked Doctorate of Physical Therapy programs in the state, with students who consistently pass licensure exams with a 100% pass rate annually. Our entry-level post-baccalaureate DPT program, known for its quality and affordability, enables students to find employment soon after graduating.

The department proudly offers a multitude of on-site state-of-the-art clinics, which were developed with students and the community in mind. These clinics provide unique learning opportunities for our DPT students, allowing for the integration of classroom teaching into patient care very early on in the curriculum. 

The department also strongly supports scientific inquiry and critical thinking within the curriculum and among our talented faculty, who are involved in a variety of clinical research studies. We invite you to explore more about our program at the links below!

Quick Links

  • This step-by-step guide will help you complete your application. Learn more
  • Get the latest updates in regards to online courses, observation hours and virtual interviews/tours here

Interested in the DPT program? Get all your questions answered in our FAQ. 

Advising:

  • Fall Advising Dates are posted in mid/late August
  • Spring Advising Dates are posted in mid/late January
  • Summer Advising is Not Available
  • Drop-In Advising is Not Available
  • Learn more about Advising Opportunities here

Meet our Faculty: 

Our team of exceptional faculty are composed of physical therapists with advanced preparation in all major areas of Physical Therapy. Learn more


Accreditation

The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at California State University, Fresno is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave, Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; telephone: 703.706.3245; email: accreditation@apta.org; website: http://www.capteonline.org.

To contact our program/institution directly, call 559.278.2625 or email ptsa@csufresno.edu

Fresno State DPT Program (2021-2022) Financial Fact Sheet--- VIEW AND DOWNLOAD HERE

Graduation Rate

1st Time Licensure Pass Rate

Ultimate Licensure Pass Rate

Employment Within 6 Months of Graduation

  • 2023 : 97%
  • 2021 & 2022 Average: 100%
  • 2022: 100%
  • 2021: 100%
  • 2020 & 2021 Average: 100%
  • 2020: 100%
  • 2019 & 2020 Average: 100%
  • 2023: 87%
  • 2022: 89%
  • 2021: 85%
  • 2020: 93%
  • 2022 & 2023: 91%
  • 2021& 2022: 97%
  • 2022: 94%
  • 2021: 100%
  • 2020 & 2021 Average: 100%
  • 2020: 100%
  • 2019 & 2020 Average: 100%
  • 2021 & 2022 Average: 97%
  • 2022: 94%
  • 2021: 100%
  • 2020 & 2021 Average: 100%
  • 2020: 100%
  • 2019 & 2020 Average: 100%

Contact Us

Mailing Address

Department of Physical Therapy
California State University, Fresno
5315 Campus Drive M/S PT29
Fresno, CA 93740

Main Office Email

ptsa@csufresnoedu

Admissions Email

abehlen@csufresno.edu

Phone

559.278.2625

Fax

559.278.3635

Office Location

PTIA (Physical Therapy and Intercollegiate Athletics) 
Ground floor at the end of the hallway

Semester Hours

Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Summer Hours

Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

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