Department of Physical Therapy

Department Operations 

Please note some days, operations are conducted virtually. If you need to reach anyone at the Department, the best route is via email.

• DPT Admissions Email
• General Information Email
• Clinical Education Team Email

If a PT Administrator is not available during regular office hours, please call 818.677.2203 or email for assistance.

If you need to contact a specific faculty member you can find their contact information on the physical therapy department's faculty page.

Who are we?

Physical therapists are licensed medical professionals who provide services aimed at preventing the onset and/or slowing the progression of conditions resulting from injury, disease, and other causes. There are more than 120,000 licensed physical therapists in the US practicing in a variety of settings which include:

• Outpatient clinics
• Inpatient rehabilitation facilities
• Skilled nursing facilities
• Homes
• Educational and research centers
• School settings
• Hospices
• Industrial & other occupational environments
• Fitness centers
• Sports training facilities

Mission Statement

The mission of the Department of Physical Therapy is to: 1) prepare competent, ethical, reflective physical therapist professionals who engage in evidence based practice autonomously and collaboratively with diverse populations in an ever-changing health care environment, 2) cultivate a faculty committed to excellence in teaching and mentoring, scholarship and research, clinical expertise, and service to the University and community, and 3) develop clinical partnerships and professional alliances that improve our ability to promote health, well being, and quality of life for local and global communities.

Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity

California State University, Northridge, and the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program are committed to promoting an inclusive learning environment that supports students' educational goals. To create an anti-racist atmosphere where all students can learn and grow, all full-time faculty members of the CSUN DPT hold APTA DEI certifications. Students and faculty are encouraged to engage in the wide range of DEI programs and educational opportunities available within the CSUN DPT program and at CSUN, which include the University Student Union Healing Space and the Heal Project, where Matadors can celebrate diversity.

Student Outcomes

Graduation Rate:

2022 - 100%

2021 - 96%

2020 - 100%

A combined 2-year average is 98% for 2021 and 2022.

 First Time Licensure Examination Pass Rate:

           First time/ultimate

2023 - 93.8%/93.8%

2022 - 100%/100%

2021 - 93.1%/100%

2020 - 100%/100%

2-year average is 96.9%/96.9%

Employment Rate for graduates who sought employment as PTs within one year of graduation:

2021-2022: 100%

2020-2021: 100%

Our 1st DPT class graduated in 2015.

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Student Applicants

Please Note: Do NOT apply to Cal State Apply. The Cal State Apply supplemental application is for accepted applicants only. Applicants will be notified of acceptance and provided  additional information before completing this application.

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If you have any feedback, concerns, or suggestions related to the academics of the DPT Program, we welcome you to reach out to our department coordinator, Jennifer Steinrad at (818) 677-2203. Your input is valued and appreciated.

Process for Complaints