Physical Therapy Scholarships

The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at Mount Saint Mary’s University prepares students to become compassionate, skilled, and collaborative healthcare professionals who improve quality of life through movement, healing, and service. Grounded in rigorous academic preparation and Mount values, the program emphasizes whole‑person care, clinical excellence, and a commitment to serving diverse communities.

Educating Movement Scientists and Healthcare Leaders 🩺
DPT students at the Mount are trained to think critically, practice ethically, and respond to the evolving needs of patients across the lifespan. Through intensive coursework, hands‑on clinical education, and interprofessional collaboration, students develop the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver evidence‑based, patient‑centered care in a wide range of settings.

Faculty mentorship, small cohort learning, and immersive clinical experiences help ensure that graduates are not only prepared to succeed professionally, but are also equipped to lead with empathy, integrity, and purpose.

Scholarships That Make a Difference 🎁
The journey to becoming a physical therapist is demanding, and the financial cost can be a barrier for many talented and dedicated students. Scholarships are essential to ensuring that future physical therapists can focus on their education and clinical training without undue financial strain.

Central to this support are:

• The Cindy Moore Scholarship for Physical Therapy Education, which honors a legacy of commitment to excellence, mentorship, and compassionate care by supporting DPT students who demonstrate these qualities while earning their DPT degree.
• The Charles “Chuck” Kamphausen Endowed Physical Therapy Scholarship, a newly established fund that provides long‑term, sustainable support for DPT students and reflects a deep belief in the power of education to change lives and strengthen the profession.

These scholarships directly impact students by reducing financial burden, expanding access to the program, and helping future clinicians complete their education with confidence and focus.

Why Your Support Matter 🤝
On Mount Day of Giving, your generosity to DPT scholarships invests in students who will go on to restore mobility, alleviate pain, and improve health outcomes for individuals and communities. Scholarship support helps ensure that the next generation of physical therapists reflects the determination, dedication, and compassion needed in today’s healthcare landscape.

By supporting DPT scholarships, you are not only helping students achieve their professional goals — you are advancing the future of patient‑centered care and extending the Mount’s mission into clinics, hospitals, and communities everywhere.