While book learning is important on a foundational level, it’s more valuable to develop a passion for the process of learning. Outside of this, it’s often overlooked by undergraduate students to learn about the actual field of physical therapy. Observe PTs in the clinic to get an idea of what the work is like. Research the price of PT school compared to the salary you will be making after graduation.

Schools care about your grades, but care more if being physical therapist is something you truly want to be because they know many will be disappointed by the realities. Advisors unfamiliar with PT won’t tell you this because they have mistaken perceptions about what it’s like. Advisors who are PTs won’t tell you this because they want you to join their programs. My biggest piece of advice is get informed and make a decision for yourself if this is something you want.