Carlow University | Doctorate of Physical Therapy

At Carlow University, the next generation of ethical leaders is already in the making.

Here, our students gain more than just a degree – they build connections, find purpose, and thrive – working in ways big and small to reshape the future. With your support, we can continue to invest in these future leaders and expand their ability to transform our world.

What Kind of Physical Therapist Will You Become?

At Carlow University, earning your Doctor of Physical Therapy is about more than mastering clinical skills. It's about becoming the kind of physical therapist patients trust, colleagues rely on, and communities need.

Here, you'll learn to see the whole person, not just the diagnosis. To restore more than movement by helping people regain confidence, independence, and hope. Through a curriculum grounded in compassion, collaboration, and evidence-based practice, you'll develop the knowledge, hands-on experience, and leadership skills to make a lasting impact in every patient interaction.

A Different Philosophy of Physical Therapy

Physical therapists play a vital role in helping people move forward after injury, illness, or surgery. At Carlow, we believe that role extends beyond rehabilitation.

Our approach combines heart, head, and hands, preparing you to think critically, lead confidently, and care deeply. From your first day, you'll be part of a collaborative learning environment where faculty know your name, classmates become teammates, and every experience is designed to shape the kind of clinician you'll become.

Hear directly from Kunal Bhanot, program creator and director, as he shares his vision for the program and what makes the Carlow DPT experience unique.

Hear from Carlow Physical Therapists

Nigel Jarvis

Yousef Tamimi

Mia Talley

Carolina Wong Giansante

Apply to Carlow's Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Today.

Become the physical therapist the future needs.