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Exercise Science: Pre-Physical Therapy

Also offered as: Exercise Science (Major)

If becoming a Physical Therapist is the goal then the Pre-Physical Option is the best place to start. The Exercise Science: Pre-PT program will help get you to the next level in your journey to become a Physical Therapist.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Science
Delivery
In Person
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
126 Total, 60 in Major
Careers
Therapists, Assistants, Postsecondary
Exercise Science: Pre-Physical Therapy students at EIU

Why Study Exercise Science: Pre-Physical Therapy at EIU?

  • Work with instructors who have experience in their field
  • Practice what you learn in our facilities
  • Build relationships with professionals as you go
  • Gain the necessary skills for your next step
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"I chose EIU because it feels like a second home to me. Since it is so close by, my family has the opportunity to watch me play softball, and I can always come home if needed. EIU is also not an overwhelmingly huge school, so the small town aspect will still stick with me."
Abbigail Hatton
Exercise Science: Pre-Physical Therapy | Class of 2028
Abbigail Hatton, Exercise Science: Pre-Physical Therapy at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Work directly with a Division I athletics program
  • Local internship opportunities
  • Hands-on learning outside of the classroom
  • Participate in local community efforts
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Hands-On Experience, Exercise Science: Pre-Physical Therapy students at EIU

What You'll Learn

The B.S. in Exercise Science: Pre-Physical Therapy option prepares you in the additional content areas needed for successful admission to a Doctor of Physical Therapy program. It is a fit if you want to become a physical therapist and enjoy learning how the body functions and responds to training.

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Median Salary for These CareersMedian salaryThe median is the middle value: half of the people counted earn more and half earn less. It is an estimate for a typical graduate, not a promise of what you will earn. Pay varies by employer, location, experience and the specific job.

Career OutcomesCareer outcomesThese are example careers that graduates of this program often pursue, taken from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET occupation list. They are examples, not job guarantees, and many graduates work in other fields.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor

  • Physical Therapists
  • Physical Therapist Assistants
  • Health Specialties Teachers,…
  • Physical Therapist Aides

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Bright OutlookBright Outlook careers are ones with a promising future. They're expected to grow quickly, to have lots of job openings, or to be brand new and emerging. A career earns the label if it meets any one of these: projected growth of 5% or more, at least 75,000 projected openings, or New & Emerging status.
Grow Rapidly: Jobs in this career are expected to grow 5% or more over the next several years, based on Bureau of Labor Statistics projections.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor Grow Rapidly
Preparation Needed Extensive (5/5)Job Zone 5: Extensive preparationMost of these careers require graduate school, and many also call for more than five years of experience.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
Personality Fit SocialSocial interest typeYou like helping people. This work centers on supporting others by helping, teaching, advising or serving them.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor

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2506 Lantz Complex
217-581-2215
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Professor, Director of EIU Adult Fitness
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2511 Lantz Complex
217-581-3510
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