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Mar 23, 2026
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2024-2026 Academic Catalog
Biology - Pre-Physical Therapy Option, B.S.
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Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Biology with Pre-Physical Therapy Option is a major within the School of Applied Sciences. If you have questions regarding this program, please contact dsu.hawk@dickinsonstate.edu or call 1-800-279-HAWK.
Degree Requirements:
- General Education Courses
- Core Curriculum
- Option(s) Courses
Career Options
Why should you pursue a Bachelor of Science Degree - Biology: Pre-Physical Therapy Option?
The pre-physical therapy option of this bachelor’s degree in biology prepares students to attend physical therapy or chiropractic school after graduation. The coursework teaches science content knowledge, critical thinking skills, and the research skills needed to succeed in a physical therapy-related profession.
Possible Career Paths
- Physical Therapist
- Chiropractor
- Athletic Trainer
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Biology Core Curriculum
In order to graduate, a minimum 2.30 cumulative science GPA is required in fulfillment of a natural science degree or minor as well as ENGL 110 , ENGL 120 , and COMM 110 . Subtotal: 46
MATH 165 , MATH 166 : (strongly recommended) especially if considering professional or graduate school studies. Pre-Physical Therapy Option
This program prepares students to attend physical therapy or chiropractic school after graduation. The coursework teaches the science content knowledge, the critical thinking skills, and the research skills needed to succeed in a physical therapy-related profession .Students selecting this option will be required to take PSYC 111 - Introduction to Psychology as part of the General Education requirements. Select one of the following:
Subtotal: 15
CHEM 460 is offered Spring, Even Years. Student Learning Outcomes
A student successfully completing the Biology Major will be able to: - Integrate scientific knowledge from biology, chemistry, and physics. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes IV, V, VI, and VII.)
- Design experiments and analyze data. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes III, IV, V, VI, and VII.)
- Communicate through writing and communicate orally successfully. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcome VII.)
- Comprehend the scientific method. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes III, IV, V, VI, and VII.)
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