Debilitating illnesses and accidents can stop those who suffer them from being able to engage in even the simplest of tasks. Finding oneself suddenly unable to work, walk, or even eat without assistance can be as devastating as the cause for the condition itself. Conversely, the regaining of physical abilities once taken for granted can be the turning point in a recovery. The physical therapist often spearheads this effort as coach, cheerleader, and guide on the path to greater health.

There is no Pre Physical Therapy major at MTSU. We feel very strongly that students are better served completing a major of their choice while preparing for PT School. As a result we have Pre PT students majoring in departments all across campus including Exercise Science, Biology, and Psychology. All students will work with advisors in the Pre Professional Health Science Advising Center to ensure that they are taking the recommended courses and getting appropriate extracurricular activities needed to be successful in a graduate program for PT.

Students in the Pre-Physical Therapy program will need to obtain a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree to apply to most schools of physical therapy.

MTSU offers a variety of Pre-Professional Health Science tracks to help put students on a path to a rewarding career.

Pre-Chiropractic
Pre-Cytotechnology
Pre-Dental Hygiene
Pre-Dentistry
Pre-Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Pre-Medical Technology
Pre-Medicine
Pre-Nuclear Medicine Technology
Pre-Occupational Therapy
Pre-Pharmacy
Pre-Physical Therapy
Pre-Radiation Therapy Technology