Undergraduate Studies atRutgers University–New Brunswick Department of Kinesiology and Health Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Exercise Science Graduate Studies atRutgers University - Newark School of Health Professions Doctor of Physical Ther…
Upon acceptance into the 4+3 program, students are enrolled in the Pre-PT Concentration within the Exercise Science major. This specialized track is designed to prepare students for application to the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) progra…
Are you a High School student interested in learning about the field of Physical Therapy? At Rutgers, we offer one of the only Pre-College PT Academies in the United States. Learn about this exciting field and the exercise science major tha…
This plan of study attempts to integrate the factors of a) sequence of prerequisite courses; b) proper sequence of courses for optimal preparation; and c) courses offered only in the Fall or Spring semesters. The schedule does not include a…
Community Service provides individuals with the opportunity to become active members of their community, while leaving a long lasting, positive impact on not only society but the students as well. Students in the DPT program are required to…
What made you want to become a Physical Therapist?I became interested in becoming a Physical Therapist after shadowing a PT for the first time. I was interested in pursuing a profession in the healthcare field in general. But when I saw the…
What made you want to become a Physical Therapist? Growing up watching my mom as a nurse in the healthcare system, it really inspired me to follow a similar path. With that being said, from a very young age I knew healthcare could be a sati…
What made you want to become a Physical Therapist?I have always been interested in the medical profession and helping people. My love for dance is what led me to my interest in physical therapy. I had relied so much on dance to be my outlet…
What made you want to become a PT?When I was younger, my mother had struggled with excruciating knee pain, it was painful to go up and down the stairs and she couldn't walk for too long. I remember vividly having to help her and hold her ha…
Unfortunately, upperclassmen and transfer students are not eligible for this program. If you are already enrolled at Rutgers or you are a transfer student interested in pursuing a Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree after graduating from Rutg…
01:377:334 Physical Activity and Health01:377:355 Exercise Psychology / 16:572:508 Psychophysiology01:377:480 Honors Research Seminar / 16:572:505 Research Methods in Exercise Science Dr. Alderman has established a patient-oriented research…
What made you want to become a Physical Therapist?When I shadowed at Sportscare in Nutley, an outpatient facility in my town, I fell in love with the idea of being able to give someone back their life. We go about our days without really th…