DPT Program | Physical Therapy Schools in Charlotte, NC
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DPT Program | Physical Therapy Schools in Charlotte, NC
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Doctor of Physical Therapy
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Have you set your sights on a physical therapy career? At Wingate University, you can earn a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in three years. Our program incorporates a student-centered approach with content delivered in three full-time semesters per year.
The White Coat Ceremony is held in your fourth semester, before you go on your first clinical rotation. This ceremony signifies the beginning of your professional journey. You and the rest of your cohort will hear from guest speakers and distinguished faculty members who have one goal: Your success.
Program Overview
Degree Offered: Entry -level Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Program Length: 9 Consecutive Semesters (including summers)
Total Number of credits: 123
Cohort Size: 45
Program Start: One start per year in January - Spring Semester
Students’ in the cohort beginning in January 2026 will receive a fixed tuition of $13,600 per semester for all three years while enrolled in the program and there will be no tuition increases under the fixed tuition rate.
Cost of Attendance 2026-2027
White Coat Ceremony
Human Anatomy Lab
Our Facilities
Outcomes
A white coat looks good on you. It’s the hallmark of a healthcare professional.
All Wingate University Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students receive a white coat during our special White Coat Ceremony. This event is held at The Batte Center on the Wingate University campus. It is a special event where family and friends are invited to celebrate the start of your professional journey.
The short white coat represents the beginning of a DPT student’s professional career. Wondering if you’re white coat material? Attend an information session about the Wingate DPT program. Applying is easy.
We want you to excel in your physical therapy career. That begins with knowing the human body from the inside out.
Our Anatomy Lab is located in the Burnside-Dalton Building on the Wingate, NC campus.
Students in groups of three or four are assigned a body to dissect from head to toe over the course of the first year. The state-of-the-art lab also features two high-definition cameras that make it possible for students to see every detail of the instructor’s work on one of several monitors spaced around the room. That’s because one camera offers a bird’s-eye-view, and the other is positioned at an angle to provide the best view of what’s happening.
Want to learn more about our student-centered hands-on approach to learning and how we utilize our facilities to prepare you for a professional physical therapy career? Just call or email us to let us know how we can answer your questions.
You can use our physical therapy facilities any time you want. To study, learn and unwind.
The Doctor of Physical Therapy program (DPT) facilities are located in the Burnside-Dalton Building on the Wingate, NC campus. As a DPT student, you will be spending a lot of time working with other students, faculty and staff in a building designed just for you. The best part is you may not want to leave.
Next-Level Labs
Our program is one of few offering a Human Anatomy Lab. In your first year, you’ll begin the process of dissection rather than relying on prosection. The lab includes two high-definition cameras which allow students to observe every aspect of instruction, so you won’t miss a thing.
You can further improve your skills in our interactive labs featuring the same tables and equipment found in physical therapy clinics. Assess one of your classmates as you follow along with the instructor. Wall-mounted TVs around the room provide live close-ups of instructor demonstrations.
Study Breaks Matter
You won’t be punching a time clock or leaving at 5 p.m. every day while earning your DPT degree. Between classes and clinics, your schedule is going to vary and the optimal time for studying isn’t the same for everyone. That’s why our students have 24/7 secure access to the physical therapy facilities. You can access the facilities at a time that works best for you. You can study on your own or with a group in the study rooms.
Need a moment or five? Relax on a couch, watch TV, or play a few video games in our student lounge. Need a hot meal, a quick snack or a good cup of coffee? No problem. Refrigerators, coffee makers, microwaves and soda and snack machines are available in our student lounge. Need to get out of the building? There are other dining options available on-campus such as Chick-Fil-A, Freshens and Einstein’s Bagels.
Study, Bond, Decompress
This is your space. That includes the study rooms located on the first floor of the Burnside-Dalton Building and the Harris Building. Whether you’re solo or working with a group, each study room includes a TV so you can connect your laptop to share notes and other information. Students are assigned a personal locker in the building too.
Class of 2020
Class of 2021
Class of 2022
Class of 2023
Class of 2024
Two-Year Average
Graduation rate
97.7%
88.6%
95.5%
93%
87%
89%
Ultimate licensure exam pass rate
100%
97.4%
100%
100%
97.5%
98.8%
First licensure exams pass rate
81.8%
84.6%
97.5%
94.3%
97.5%
96.3%
Employment rate
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
Doctor of Physical Therapy
National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE®)
First Attempt
Source: The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy
The Physical Therapy program has set their goal for achievement at 80% pass rate for first-time attempts. This goal has been achieved for the last six years. In addition, the program’s passage rate on the NPTE exceeded the national average three of the last five years.
Year
Wingate
National
2024
97.5%
85.7%
2023
94.3%
84%
2022
97.5%
85.4%
2021
84.6%
87.9%
2020
81.8%
91%
94 percent of Wingate’s recent PT grads pass licensing exam on first try
DPT’s pro bono clinic provides $15k worth of services during spring semester
Wingate PT program earns 10-year accreditation
Cadaver surgeries provide PT students with valuable insights
Organization led by pharmacy students fills health gap for the underserved
DPT pro bono clinic saves community members thousands
Wingate DPT is different from other PT schools because we embody the importance of faith, knowledge, and service. We offer our
clinical expertise
to the underserved communities surrounding our school, raise money for those less fortunate than us, and meet people in some of the darkest moments of their lives. We are able to make a difference in our community through the healing power of Physical Therapy. Through service learning opportunities like Neurowellness, Carolina Twisters, and our on-campus orthopedic clinic, students are able to treat patients before they even set foot in a clinical rotation, something that has helped ease the transition from the classroom to the clinical setting. I am thankful for the opportunity to attend Wingate DPT and for all the lifelong friendships I have made. I look forward to the lives, including mine, that will be changed once I start working in the field of physical therapy.
Eli Greear, Class of 2021
Hands-on learning
The curriculum provides you with the foundation of knowledge you need to perform the essential functions of a physical therapist. It’s a hands-on approach, and our facilities are designed to support your hands-on experience. You can learn about the human body in the Human Anatomy Lab and practice physical therapy techniques on members of your cohort in interactive labs. You gain stronger practical skills with 38 weeks of training in four different types of clinical settings. This program is designed to get you ready for the National Physical Therapy Exam when it’s time for you to take it.
Take the next step
But first things first: If you’re interested in joining our program, review the
admission requirements
for the program and then
complete your PTCAS application
when you’re ready.
Do you have more questions about the program? You’ll find answers on these pages. We also encourage you to schedule a visit to tour the facilities and meet students and professors during our information sessions.
how to choose?
What should you look for in a Doctor of Physical Therapy program? We can help you decide. If you’re interested in learning more about the Wingate University Doctor of Physical Therapy program (DPT), we invite you to attend one of our virtual information sessions:
Learn more about our DPT program and the application process
Meet the DPT program faculty, staff and current students
Ask questions
Find out when the next information session is and reserve your spot by calling (704) 233-8674 or emailing
DPT@wingate.edu
.
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Doctor of Physical Therapy
Request Information
Submit application via PTCAS
Request a Tour
Have you set your sights on a physical therapy career? At Wingate University, you can earn a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in three years. Our program incorporates a student-centered approach with content delivered in three full-time semesters per year.
The White Coat Ceremony is held in your fourth semester, before you go on your first clinical rotation. This ceremony signifies the beginning of your professional journey. You and the rest of your cohort will hear from guest speakers and distinguished faculty members who have one goal: Your success.
Program Overview
Degree Offered: Entry -level Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Program Length: 9 Consecutive Semesters (including summers)
Total Number of credits: 123
Cohort Size: 45
Program Start: One start per year in January - Spring Semester
Students’ in the cohort beginning in January 2026 will receive a fixed tuition of $13,600 per semester for all three years while enrolled in the program and there will be no tuition increases under the fixed tuition rate.
Cost of Attendance 2026-2027
White Coat Ceremony
Human Anatomy Lab
Our Facilities
Outcomes
A white coat looks good on you. It’s the hallmark of a healthcare professional.
All Wingate University Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students receive a white coat during our special White Coat Ceremony. This event is held at The Batte Center on the Wingate University campus. It is a special event where family and friends are invited to celebrate the start of your professional journey.
The short white coat represents the beginning of a DPT student’s professional career. Wondering if you’re white coat material? Attend an information session about the Wingate DPT program. Applying is easy.
We want you to excel in your physical therapy career. That begins with knowing the human body from the inside out.
Our Anatomy Lab is located in the Burnside-Dalton Building on the Wingate, NC campus.
Students in groups of three or four are assigned a body to dissect from head to toe over the course of the first year. The state-of-the-art lab also features two high-definition cameras that make it possible for students to see every detail of the instructor’s work on one of several monitors spaced around the room. That’s because one camera offers a bird’s-eye-view, and the other is positioned at an angle to provide the best view of what’s happening.
Want to learn more about our student-centered hands-on approach to learning and how we utilize our facilities to prepare you for a professional physical therapy career? Just call or email us to let us know how we can answer your questions.
You can use our physical therapy facilities any time you want. To study, learn and unwind.
The Doctor of Physical Therapy program (DPT) facilities are located in the Burnside-Dalton Building on the Wingate, NC campus. As a DPT student, you will be spending a lot of time working with other students, faculty and staff in a building designed just for you. The best part is you may not want to leave.
Next-Level Labs
Our program is one of few offering a Human Anatomy Lab. In your first year, you’ll begin the process of dissection rather than relying on prosection. The lab includes two high-definition cameras which allow students to observe every aspect of instruction, so you won’t miss a thing.
You can further improve your skills in our interactive labs featuring the same tables and equipment found in physical therapy clinics. Assess one of your classmates as you follow along with the instructor. Wall-mounted TVs around the room provide live close-ups of instructor demonstrations.
Study Breaks Matter
You won’t be punching a time clock or leaving at 5 p.m. every day while earning your DPT degree. Between classes and clinics, your schedule is going to vary and the optimal time for studying isn’t the same for everyone. That’s why our students have 24/7 secure access to the physical therapy facilities. You can access the facilities at a time that works best for you. You can study on your own or with a group in the study rooms.
Need a moment or five? Relax on a couch, watch TV, or play a few video games in our student lounge. Need a hot meal, a quick snack or a good cup of coffee? No problem. Refrigerators, coffee makers, microwaves and soda and snack machines are available in our student lounge. Need to get out of the building? There are other dining options available on-campus such as Chick-Fil-A, Freshens and Einstein’s Bagels.
Study, Bond, Decompress
This is your space. That includes the study rooms located on the first floor of the Burnside-Dalton Building and the Harris Building. Whether you’re solo or working with a group, each study room includes a TV so you can connect your laptop to share notes and other information. Students are assigned a personal locker in the building too.
Class of 2020
Class of 2021
Class of 2022
Class of 2023
Class of 2024
Two-Year Average
Graduation rate
97.7%
88.6%
95.5%
93%
87%
89%
Ultimate licensure exam pass rate
100%
97.4%
100%
100%
97.5%
98.8%
First licensure exams pass rate
81.8%
84.6%
97.5%
94.3%
97.5%
96.3%
Employment rate
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
Doctor of Physical Therapy
National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE®)
First Attempt
Source: The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy
The Physical Therapy program has set their goal for achievement at 80% pass rate for first-time attempts. This goal has been achieved for the last six years. In addition, the program’s passage rate on the NPTE exceeded the national average three of the last five years.
Year
Wingate
National
2024
97.5%
85.7%
2023
94.3%
84%
2022
97.5%
85.4%
2021
84.6%
87.9%
2020
81.8%
91%
94 percent of Wingate’s recent PT grads pass licensing exam on first try
DPT’s pro bono clinic provides $15k worth of services during spring semester
Wingate PT program earns 10-year accreditation
Cadaver surgeries provide PT students with valuable insights
Organization led by pharmacy students fills health gap for the underserved
DPT pro bono clinic saves community members thousands
Wingate DPT is different from other PT schools because we embody the importance of faith, knowledge, and service. We offer our
clinical expertise
to the underserved communities surrounding our school, raise money for those less fortunate than us, and meet people in some of the darkest moments of their lives. We are able to make a difference in our community through the healing power of Physical Therapy. Through service learning opportunities like Neurowellness, Carolina Twisters, and our on-campus orthopedic clinic, students are able to treat patients before they even set foot in a clinical rotation, something that has helped ease the transition from the classroom to the clinical setting. I am thankful for the opportunity to attend Wingate DPT and for all the lifelong friendships I have made. I look forward to the lives, including mine, that will be changed once I start working in the field of physical therapy.
Eli Greear, Class of 2021
Hands-on learning
The curriculum provides you with the foundation of knowledge you need to perform the essential functions of a physical therapist. It’s a hands-on approach, and our facilities are designed to support your hands-on experience. You can learn about the human body in the Human Anatomy Lab and practice physical therapy techniques on members of your cohort in interactive labs. You gain stronger practical skills with 38 weeks of training in four different types of clinical settings. This program is designed to get you ready for the National Physical Therapy Exam when it’s time for you to take it.
Take the next step
But first things first: If you’re interested in joining our program, review the
admission requirements
for the program and then
complete your PTCAS application
when you’re ready.
Do you have more questions about the program? You’ll find answers on these pages. We also encourage you to schedule a visit to tour the facilities and meet students and professors during our information sessions.
how to choose?
What should you look for in a Doctor of Physical Therapy program? We can help you decide. If you’re interested in learning more about the Wingate University Doctor of Physical Therapy program (DPT), we invite you to attend one of our virtual information sessions:
Learn more about our DPT program and the application process
Meet the DPT program faculty, staff and current students
Ask questions
Find out when the next information session is and reserve your spot by calling (704) 233-8674 or emailing
DPT@wingate.edu
.
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