Augustana University Doctor of Physical Therapy–Minnesota (DPT-MN) Admissions Guide (2027)

Quick facts

• Entry cycle: 2027 entry official admissions page
• Start: 2027 entry; hybrid DPT-MN cohorts use the programme's current academic calendar official admissions page
• Format: Two-year accelerated hybrid DPT with online coursework, seven Minnesota lab immersions, and three clinical education experiences official admissions page
• Application timing: Rolling admission; the current official admissions page does not publish a fixed final deadline. official admissions page
• Interview: Selected applicants complete a timed, single-take Kira Talent video interview; direct-admit applicants are exempt. official admissions page
• Accreditation context: Augustana states DPT-MN received full CAPTE accreditation effective April 29, 2025. official admissions page

Admission requirements

For 2027 entry, applicants must follow the programme's current application instructions. The published requirements are: PTCAS; bachelor's degree; prerequisite GPA at least 3.0 and each prerequisite at C or higher; up to three prerequisites may be in progress; two recommendations including one PT; programme essays; GRE not required. official admissions page Meeting a minimum makes an application eligible for review; the official source does not promise admission from a minimum alone.

Important dates

The published application timing for 2027 entry is: Rolling admission; the current official admissions page does not publish a fixed final deadline. The programme start information is: 2027 entry; hybrid DPT-MN cohorts use the programme's current academic calendar. official admissions page If the institutional page directs applicants to PTCAS for an exact date, confirm the live PTCAS listing before submission.

How selection works

For 2027 entry, complete the published application requirements before the stated deadline. Selected applicants complete a timed, single-take Kira Talent video interview; direct-admit applicants are exempt. official admissions page The current source does not publish a numerical admissions weighting, so do not infer one.

Interview details

Confirmed

Selected applicants complete a timed, single-take Kira Talent video interview; direct-admit applicants are exempt. official admissions page

Not published

Beyond the details above, the current official source does not publish the exact questions, scoring rubric, or invitation-specific logistics for 2027 entry.

Who this program may suit

This Augustana University Doctor of Physical Therapy–Minnesota (DPT-MN) option may suit applicants who prefer this structure: Two-year accelerated hybrid DPT with online coursework, seven Minnesota lab immersions, and three clinical education experiences. The main tradeoffs to test against your plans are the entry timing, attendance or immersion expectations, prerequisite profile, and any observation, testing, military, licensure, or interview commitments in the published requirements. official admissions page

Practice and next step

Record a timed response to the clinic-access fairness scenario. Review whether you identify missing information, consider both patients, and explain a defensible decision. Choose one weakness, make one adjustment, record a second response, and compare the two attempts. Continue with the Four-Box path to organize ethical reasoning under pressure.

Frequently asked questions

What is the application deadline for 2027?

Rolling admission; the current official admissions page does not publish a fixed final deadline. official admissions page

Does Augustana Minnesota use an interview?

Selected applicants complete a timed, single-take Kira Talent video interview; direct-admit applicants are exempt. official admissions page

Is the GRE required?

The current official requirements say the GRE is not required or is optional for this cycle. official admissions page

Sources

• Official source 1 — verified August 23, 2026
• Official source 2 — verified August 23, 2026
• Official source 3 — verified August 23, 2026