Physical Therapy Program
Program Overview & Goals
The Physical Therapy advising track at Hendrix College prepares students for admission to Doctor of Physical Therapy programs through rigorous study in the natural sciences, experiential learning, and individualized advising. Grounded in the liberal arts, students become critical, scientific thinkers, strong communicators, and develop compassion and empathy.
Via Hendrix
At Hendrix, learning extends beyond the classroom from the very beginning.
Via Hendrix integrates career readiness into the college experience through hands-on projects, immersive opportunities, and personalized support that help students explore interests, gain experience, and prepare for meaningful futures. The result is an education that equips you not only for a career, but for a life shaped by purpose and possibility.
Careers & Outcomes
A Physical Therapy pathway via Hendrix opens doors to impactful healthcare careers, building strong clinical reasoning, communication, and patient-centered care skills that graduate programs and employers value, and preparing you to contribute meaningfully in rehabilitation and wellness settings from day one.
Salary Projections
The median salary for a physical therapist is $101,020, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Co-op Opportunities
At Hendrix, Physical Therapy students gain hands-on experience through clinical observation, internships, and applied learning in rehabilitation and healthcare settings. Through this required component of the program, students can work at places including:
- Hospital Rehabilitation Departments
- Outpatient Physical Therapy Clinics
- Sports Medicine Facilities
- Orthopedic Care Centers
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Related Programs
Via Hendrix, you can explore human movement and health sciences, build a strong foundation in biology and anatomy, or even design a personalized academic path that connects physical therapy with any other health-related fields.
Your Next Steps Via Hendrix
Every field is focused on improving health and restoring movement. Learn how much value the Physical Therapy pathway from Hendrix College can deliver for you as you build the scientific foundation, clinical skills, and hands-on experience needed for a meaningful healthcare career.