An articulation agreement is a formal arrangement between James Madison University and select Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) programs. These agreements provide JMU students with a pathway to admissions if they meet the program’s specified eligibility and admissions requirements. Some agreements guarantee consideration for an unlimited number of qualified JMU students, while others limit the number of JMU students admitted through the agreement.  

JMU currently has articulation agreements with the following physical therapy programs: 

• Arcadia University; Pennsylvania
• Shenandoah University; Virginia
• Tufts University, Boston, Phoenix, Seattle 

The links above provide details about each agreement. If you are interested in pursuing admission through an articulation agreement, begin planning early. Your Pre-PT advisor can help you understand eligibility requirements, select appropriate coursework, and identify opportunities to build a strong pre-professional portfolio.

A Guaranteed Entry Program (GEP) provides highly qualified JMU students with an opportunity to secure admission to a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program by meeting specific academic, application, and program requirements outlined by the participating institution.

 The following physical therapy programs offer a Guaranteed Entry Program for eligible JMU students:

• Old Dominion University; Virginia

The link above provides additional information about the Guaranteed Entry Program and its requirements. If you are interested in pursuing a DPT program through a GEP, begin planning early. Your Pre-PT advisor can help you understand program requirements, select appropriate coursework, and identify opportunities at JMU to build a strong pre-professional portfolio.