CU Physical Therapy Climbs in Rankings
Apr 22, 2020
U.S. News & World Report has released their 2020 rankings of the Best Physical Therapy Programs in the United States. Previously ranked #15, the University of Colorado Physical Therapy Program has jumped up in the rankings, now at #13.
Each school's score reflects its average rating on a scale from 1 (marginal) to 5 (outstanding), based on a survey of academics at peer institutions. The ranking shows the strength of the physical therapy program, out of 239 accredited doctoral programs.
The program’s #15 ranking came out of the 2017 survey and scoring. The program was previously ranked #34 in the 2016 ranking and #40 in 2012.
While rankings are subject to methodology, the program’s increase into a top tier program is a reflection of forward thinking changes, such as establishing a Rehabilitation Sciences PhD Program, a Pediatric Physical Therapy Residency and implementing a pre- and post-graduation yearlong internship of the Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. The program has also increased its research presence, both in extramural research funds, collaborations and faculty.
Each school's score reflects its average rating on a scale from 1 (marginal) to 5 (outstanding), based on a survey of academics at peer institutions. The ranking shows the strength of the physical therapy program, out of 239 accredited doctoral programs.
The program’s #15 ranking came out of the 2017 survey and scoring. The program was previously ranked #34 in the 2016 ranking and #40 in 2012.
While rankings are subject to methodology, the program’s increase into a top tier program is a reflection of forward thinking changes, such as establishing a Rehabilitation Sciences PhD Program, a Pediatric Physical Therapy Residency and implementing a pre- and post-graduation yearlong internship of the Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. The program has also increased its research presence, both in extramural research funds, collaborations and faculty.