CU Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Early Admission Program for UCCS Students

Early Admission Program for UCCS Students
Program Delivery
On Campus, Online, Hybrid
Total Credits
127 Credits

What is the CU PT Early Admission Program (EAP)?

An exclusive opportunity for full-time UCCS undergraduates to complete the EAP and earn a guaranteed interview with the University of Colorado DPT Program. 

Doctorate of Physical Students during their lab immersions.

Why Apply?

  • Mentorship & Guidance: Learn from PT professionals.

  • Clinical Experience: Paid shadowing & rehab aide work. 

  • Professional Development: Paid certifications & seminars. 

  • Guaranteed Interview: Upon meeting Phase II requirements and applying to the CU DPT program. 

Program Structure

Phase I (Freshman Year)

  • Apply after completing 15 credits.

  • 45 hours of paid shadowing across 3 settings.

  • Stipend for field-related certification (up to $700).

Phase II (Sophomore Year or Later)

  • Apply after 45 credits are completed.

  • Up to 8 weeks paid clinical work as a rehab aide.

  • Guaranteed interview with CU DPT Program after meeting requirements. 
    (Phase I is encouraged but NOT required for Phase II.) 

Eligibility Highlights

Students who meet two or more of the following:

  • Pell Grant eligible

  • From rural/frontier Colorado communities

  • First-generation college student

  • Military service (current or past)

  • Desire to practice PT in Colorado 

Program Accreditation

UCHealth School of Radiologic Technology is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. 

Contact US

Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Beth-El College of Nursing & Health Sciences
University of Colorado Colorado Springs
1420 Austin Bluffs Parkway
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Email: jbe@uccs.edu


Admissions Phone: 719-255-3084 or 1-800-990-8227 extension 3084
Admissions E-mail: go@uccs.edu