Bellarmine University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program has once again earned national recognition for academic excellence, clinical impact
and community engagement.
In its 2025 edition of Best Graduate Schools, U.S. News & World Report ranks Bellarmine’s
DPT program 105th among the more than 325 such programs in the nation.
This distinction reflects the program’s continued success in preparing students to
become highly skilled, compassionate professionals through a rigorous academic curriculum
and meaningful, hands-on experiences.
“Bellarmine’s Doctor of Physical Therapy Program continues to be recognized as an
outstanding high-quality program with exceptional faculty, a contemporary curriculum,
uniquely integrated clinical education and service-learning experiences, and high-impact
community outreach and engagement,” said Dr. Tony Brosky, dean of the School of Movement
and Rehabilitation Sciences.
Bellarmine’s DPT program emphasizes early and frequent clinical exposure, interprofessional
education, and service-learning that connects students directly with the Louisville
community. Students work alongside expert faculty and regional healthcare partners
to gain real-world experience and develop the leadership skills necessary for long-term
success in healthcare.
The DPT program boasts an average two-year graduation rate of 97.3% and an ultimate
pass rate of 97.9% for the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE), a crucial
step for licensure as a physical therapist.
The U.S. News ranking is the latest validation of Bellarmine’s growing reputation
in healthcare education. With degrees in healthcare available at the bachelor, master
and doctoral levels, Bellarmine is home to comprehensive healthcare programs highly
ranked for regional excellence.
To learn more about Bellarmine’s nationally ranked Doctor of Physical Therapy program,
visit: www.bellarmine.edu/pt.