The Physical Therapist Assistant Admissions Committee will review all applications and select 20 applicants per year into the program. Provisional acceptance may be considered if most prerequisites have been met at the time of application. Final acceptance is determined by the successful completion of all requirements.

The admission criteria are based on the point system. There is a total of 100 points possible in the admission application. (Please refer to Determination of Applicant's Standing for details, p. 5-6)

The program admits qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. Application Requirements

1. Apply and be admitted to Ivy Tech Community College
2. Request official college or High School Transcript(s) to be forwarded to Registrar
3. Completed high school or college level course in algebra, chemistry, biology, and physics (with a "C" or better)
4. GPA of 2.0 (C) in previous academic work not more than 5 years ago (high school or College)
5. Prerequisites with at least a "C" or better in A&P I and II
6. Complete Application Process

1. Completed application must include:
   1. PTA application
   2. High School or College Transcripts
   3. Prerequisites completed
   4. Three professional/academic reference forms
   5. Exposure to PT/Rehab Setting form(s)
   6. PSB Test (for Allied Health Occupations not Nursing). There is a fee. Must contact Student Services for fees and scheduling. This is mandatory for everyone except for students with a college degree.
   7. Interview
   8. Narrative (100 to 200 words)
2. Send PTA application to PTA Department
3. Submission deadline for fall is March 31
4. Applicant will be notified for interview in May by mail
5. If not admitted applicant may reapply next year