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Assist Chair in reviewing the admissions process (PTCAS applications) andcriteria based on feedback and student outcomes. Make recommendations to faculty regarding admissions issues. Provide support and oversight during entire admissions process (applicationsubmissions, screening, and selection) to assure nondiscrimination and equalopportunity for all applicants.3.1.d. Non-Committee School of PT Faculty MembersNon-Committee faculty members serve the following roles: Perform review of applications as assigned and rate prospective studentsbased on established rubrics. Score applicant personal statements and letters of recommendation usingestablished rubrics. Participate in student selection.3.1.e. Program DirectorThe Program Director serve the following roles on this committee: Serves as ex-officio in an unlimited term Assures nondiscrimination and equal opportunity during the admissionsprocess for all prospective students. Assigns core faculty members to committee in consultation with chair. Reviews the recommendations made by the DPT Admissions Committee toeither accept, deny, or waitlist the applicant(s) with the Director of Admissions.3.1.f.Admissions CoordinatorThe Admissions Coordinator (AC), on this committee, serve the following roles: Answers questions about the admissions process from potential and currentapplicants Assures nondiscrimination and equal opportunity during the admissionsprocess for all prospective students. Screens all application materials on PTCAS from candidates. These materialsincludeVerification of TranscriptsClinical Observation formsRecommendation formsOverall GPA requirement is metVerification that courses meet pre-requisite standards Notifies candidates of materials that are incomplete or unsatisfactory Communicates on an ongoing basis with the Director of Admissions in thePhysical Therapy Program regarding candidates’ status and sends queriesthat need clarification. These issues tend to revolve around pre-requisitecourses and clinical observation forms. Assists in coordinating online informational webinar sessionsMonitors webinar registrationsCollects data regarding numbers and demographics for submission to theprogram Communicates on an ongoing basis with the Director of Admissions regardingthe operation of PTCAS and candidate status. Provides organized admissions data reports to committee members in aregularly scheduled sequence, or as specifically requested.

Makes yearly changes to the PTCAS directory page and configuration portalas directed by the Director of Admissions. Enters scoring/comments. Changes local status in PTCAS to reflect results ofreviews as determined by the committee, issues acceptance/wait list lettersfrom PTCAS. Provides database maintenance and management for prospective studentapplications including collection, coding, extracting, and analyzing data. Identifies and tracks target admissions populations including alumni-priority,underrepresented minority, non-traditional, military service and disadvantagedapplicant groups to ensure that an adequate number of these candidates canbe considered by the committee.4. ADMISSIONS OVERVIEWThere is one route of admission into the BGSU DPT program, and admissions decisions arehandled on a rolling basis throughout the cycle. Traditional Post Baccalaureate Admissions Route- The traditional admissions routeinvolves a model in which the student completes an undergraduate degree prior to entryinto the DPT program. Students can complete their undergraduate degree from BGSU orother accredited institutions and submit application materials for review.5. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND CRITERIAThe DPT program is designed for qualified individuals who wish to further their academicstudies in the field of physical therapy. The program specifically targets traditional andnontraditional students with the demonstrated potential to navigate the academic rigors ofan accelerated, hybrid model DPT curriculum. Students accepted into the DPT Programmust meet the following criteria as developed by the BGSU School of Physical Therapy(SoPT) core faculty:1.2.4.5.6.7.8.Completed baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institutionMinimum cumulative and prerequisite GPAs of 3.00 or greaterThree references; one from a licensed PT and two of the applicant’s choiceCompletion of 40 hours of physical therapy observation hoursTOEFL/IELTS completion may be requiredFulfill Technical Standards and Essential Functions outlined on the DPT websiteCompleted criminal background check prior to matriculationThe program will not grant advanced placement credit, experiential learning, or transfercredits from another program or institution. All courses within the didactic and clinicalcurriculum are required.Special consideration is given to applicants who exceed all required admissions criteria, areBGSU alumni/undergraduates, or who self-identify as disadvantaged. Applicants with a priorgraduate degree, work experience relevant to the PT profession, research experience,honors and upper division coursework, experience as a tutor or teaching assistant, studyabroad experience, TRIO program or honors thesis participation, and military experience areafforded additional credit towards composite rubric scoring.

5.1. Degree RequirementsComplete a bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.A.) from an accredited institution. The BGSU DPTprogram accepts only degrees and courses from institutions accredited by agencies that arerecognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Admission into the DPT program may begranted pending completion of the degree. All official transcripts must be submitted toPTCAS.5.2. Academic/Cognitive Admissions Criteria Cumulative Overall Grade Point Average (GPA): will be calculated within PTCAS andincludes all undergraduate and graduate course credit hours earned prior to application. Last 60/90 semester/quarter Credit Hour GPA: will be calculated within PTCAS andincludes all undergraduate and graduate course credit hours earned in the last 60semester or 90 quarter hours prior to application. Pre-requisite GPA: will be calculated within PTCAS and includes the highest gradesearned for undergraduate pre-requisite course credit hours taken prior to application. Math/Science GPA: will be calculated within PTCAS and includes the highest gradesearned for the 9/12 undergraduate math and science pre-requisite course credit hourstaken prior to application.Note: If cumulative GPA is less than 3.00 on a 4.00 scale, an applicant may still beeligible for admission if a cumulative GPA of 3.50 or greater has been achieved over thelast 60 semester or 90 quarter hour credits of coursework indicating a positive gradetrend.Pass/fail course grading will only be accepted for calendar year 2020 courses up to 8total credit hours; letter grades are generally preferred.5.3. Pre-requisites The pre-requisites for Bowling Green State University’s DPT program are:o General Biology I (lab required) (4 semester hours/6 quarter hours)o General Biology II (lab required) (may include an upper-level Biology course,such as Genetics, Microbiology, or Neuroscience) (4 semester hours/6 quarterhours)o General Chemistry I (lab required) (4 semester hours/6 quarter hours)o General Chemistry II (lab required) (4 semester hours/6 quarter hours)o General Physics I (lab required) (4 semester hours/6 quarter hours)o General Physics II (lab required) (4 semester hours/6 quarter hours)o Introductory Psychology (3 semester hours/4 quarter hours)o Abnormal, Developmental, or Lifespan Psychology (3 semester hours/4 quarterhours)o Human Anatomy and Physiology I (lab required) (Vertebrate anatomy will also beaccepted) (4 semester hours/6 quarter hours)o Human Anatomy and Physiology II (lab required) (Anatomy and Physiologysequence may be taken as a series of Human Anatomy and Human Physiologyor as part of a 2-course A&P sequence) (4 semester hours/6 quarter hours)o Statistics or Research Design (3 semester hours/4 quarter hours)o English Composition or Writing (3 semester hours/4 quarter hours)

5.3.a. Completing Pre-requisite CourseworkCourses must be completed before matriculation into the DPT program, but applicationswill still be accepted if courses are in progress or will be completed prior to matriculation.At the time of application submission, prospective students must have at least 8 of the12 required pre-requisites complete to be considered for admission, as reflected bysubmitted transcripts. All pre-requisite courses will be assessed for fit on a case-by-casebasis.5.3.a.1.Complete all required pre-requisite courses with a minimum cumulativegrade point average (GPA) and pre-requisite course GPA of 3.00 orgreater on a 4.00 scale.5.3.a.2.All pre-requisites must be completed with a grade C or better.5.3.a.3.If a course is repeated, the repeated course needs to be a grade C orbetter. The pre-requisite and science/math GPAs will be determined usingthe highest course grade achieved; however, both grades will becalculated into the cumulative overall GPA.5.3.a.4.Quarter System Courses: In MOST instances, completion of three (3)quarters of Biology, Physics & Chemistry are required to fulfill the twosemester requirement. These courses will be reviewed on an individualbasis as institutions have different requirements and standards.5.3.a.5.No more than 6 calendar-year 2020 pre-requisite course hours can besubmitted in pass/fail format; Anatomy, Physiology, and Physics prerequisite courses must be reported as letter grades.5.3.a.6.Credit awarded through AP exams may be used toward direct equivalentpre-requisites if the AP credit was accepted by the prospective student’sundergraduate institution.5.3.a.7.Introductory-level science courses are not accepted5.3.a.8. College Level Entry Program (CLEP) or aptitude tests are not accepted inplace of having completed courses with a grade requirement; howeverhigher-level subject matter courses will be considered as pre-requisites ona case-by-case basis.5.3.a.9. All letter-graded pre-requisite coursework (with the exception of Anatomyand Physiology courses) is acceptable, no matter when the courseworkwas completed.5.3.a.10. Anatomy and Physiology pre-requisite courses must be taken within 8years of the admissions cycle year (e.g., If applying in 2021, then coursestaken since January 2013 will be accepted). If Anatomy and Physiologycourses were taken more than 8 years prior to application, demonstratedongoing work experience(s) that have kept this knowledge current (e.g.,physical therapist assistant, athletic trainer, etc.) is required within a waiverapplication.5.3.a.11. Applicants requesting for waivers or exceptions to pre-requisitecoursework requirements may be granted on a case-by-case basis. Suchrequests must be made in writing to the Director of Admissions, and mustinclude the course description/syllabi, the institution at which the applicanttook the course, and the grade obtained.5.3.a.12. Science pre-requisite course descriptions should state that they are “forscience or pre-health majors” or be taught in a science department andshould contain a lab.5.3.a.13. Biomechanics cannot count for the biology pre-requisite.5.3.a.14. Acceptable Psychology pre-requisites may include; Introduction or 101,Human Development, Abnormal Psych, Personality, or Child Psychology.

5.3.a.15. Courses should cover developmental theories; lifespan is a plus. If anapplicant has more than one psychology course beyond an introductorycourse, the two courses with the highest grades will be accepted.5.3.a.16. The rigor of the institution will be taken into consideration, and it isrecommended that all courses be taken at a 4-year accredited institution.However, courses from 2-year accredited institutions will be accepted.5.3.a.17. Preference will be given to those who complete the majority of theircoursework at and earn their bachelor’s degree from BGSU and to thosewho demonstrate evidence of intellectual curiosity and scholarly aptitudethrough completion of honors courses, graduate level coursework, servingas a teaching assistant or tutor, research experience, participation in astudy abroad or TRIO program, or completion of an honors thesis.5.3.a.18. Pre-requisite courses taken at institutions other than Bowling Green StateUniversity are evaluated through review of course catalog descriptionsand/or syllabi to determine appropriateness of course material and level ofrigor.5.3.b. Appropriate Course Descriptions for Pre-requisitesRefer to Appendix A.5.4. Non-Cognitive/Non-Academic Entrance Requirements5.4.a. References:Submission of three (3) references; one from a licensed physical therapist and theothers from someone of the applicant's choice. It is recommended, but not required, thatthe second reference is from a professor whom the student had in class, and the thirdfrom a supervisor or coach that can speak to the applicant’s communication skills inworking with the public. References cannot consist of family, friends, clergy, orpoliticians.5.4.b. Observation Hours:Completion of a minimum of forty (40) hours of observation, volunteer, or workexperience with a licensed physical therapist is required. It is ideal that the hours wouldbe varied across different settings, but not required. Telehealth or virtual observationhours are accepted. Evidence of hours must be uploaded electronically for verification inPTCAS along with the supervising PT’s name, signature, and PT license number.5.4.c. Personal Statements/EssaysSubmission of a written personal statement answer to two unique questions posed bythe BGSU DPT program on PTCAS.5.5. English ProficiencyMust be demonstrated in one of the following three ways:5.5.a. TOEFL: The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) evaluates theability of non-native speakers to understand and use English in an academicsetting. Bowling Green State University’s Graduate College – like many otherAmerican universities, government agencies and businesses – requirescandidates to submit their TOEFL scores and certificate for admission to itsprograms. The TOEFL is REQUIRED if English is NOT the candidate's firstlanguage OR the candidate has a non-U.S. academic degree. The TOEFL

requirement is WAIVED for students who have attended a U.S. university for twoor more years. Minimum TOEFL score required 100 IBT. The USMLE will notbe accepted.5.5.b. (IELTS): The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is astandardized test of English language proficiency for individuals who are notnative English language speakers. The IELTS is an alternative option forapplicants to demonstrate English language proficiency when applying to theDPT program. The IELTS requirement is WAIVED for students who haveattended a U.S. university for two or more years. Minimum IELTS score required 7.0.5.5.c. Provide evidence of enrollment for two or more years (four or more semesters) ina degree-granting college or university located in the United States, Canada,United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, or New Zealand.5.6. School of Physical Therapy Technical Standards and Essential Functions:The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at Bowling Green State University is sensitiveto the needs of individuals with disabilities and does not discriminate against qualifiedcandidates with disabilities. The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program is in compliancewith Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Actof 1990, including changes made by the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of2008.These technical standards and essential functions are related to essential career andlicensing requirements and set forth the standards requisite to admission or participationin the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. Technical standards are the skills andattributes expected of students. Although they are not academic in nature they may berelated to academic knowledge. Essential functions are the knowledge, skills, andabilities that a student must demonstrate once enrolled in the program. We require thatstudent physical therapists be able to meet the technical standards and essentialfunctions of the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, with or without reasonableaccommodation for admission, progression, and graduation

The Admissions Coordinator (AC), on this committee, serve the following roles: Answers questions about the admissions process from potential and current applicants Assures nondiscrimination and equal opportunity during the admissions process for all prospective students. Screens all application materials on PTCAS from candidates.