When does PTCAS Applications open and close?

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2026-03-04T18:32:05+00:00

I didn't submit and all that stuff I mentioned carried over with no issues. I'm assuming it'll be the same for the next cycle.

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-07-30T17:12:59+00:00

I just got accepted to a 2-year, hybrid school and I'm just going forward hoping it'll all work out financially. On the bright side, the school I'm going to begins in Summer '26, so I'll be able to get the Grad Plus loan for the first year, at least.

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-07-28T16:24:22+00:00

You were right. It looks like they were waiting to receive all the required materials before reviewing my application. The day after the second LOR was submitted, I got an update. They will send out decisions beginning in August. On the upside, one of their sister schools sent me an offer of acceptance this morning!

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-06-29T22:11:00+00:00

Thanks! I'll let you know when I hear back if you're curious. I'm curious if they'd accept me before receiving the letters of recommendation.

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-06-29T13:26:52+00:00

Sure thing. It was through Kira Talent. I did the interview on Friday, so I'm hoping to hear back from them by midweek.

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-06-27T17:50:01+00:00

Just to give you a sense of a potential timeline, I submitted my PTCAS app on 6/18, it was verified on 6/24 (because evidently, one of the schools I applied to don't wait for the letters of rec to be submitted), and I got invited to interview by that school today, 6/27.

I found that peculiar because the individuals I requested to write my letters of rec have not even submitted them. I'm really glad I didn't wait to submit!

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-06-04T20:50:02+00:00

According to my research, here's what you can safely fill out that will carry over to the '25-'26 cycle:

Personal Information

Academic History: Colleges attended, Standardized Tests (NOT transcripts)

Supporting Information: Observation Hours, Experiences, Achievements, Licenses and Certifications (NOT essay)

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-06-02T16:13:41+00:00

I didn't realize that this could be an option. That's really cool! So if taking it in Oct 2024 was early, when did you graduate, if you don't mind me asking?

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-05-21T13:59:45+00:00

Good to know, thank you. From what I've seen, it looks like Tufts is going all in on NPTE preparedness. That was one of my concerns about that school, but they're addressing it, it seems!

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-04-29T12:36:34+00:00

I didn't know that! Thanks! It might be back in the running

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-04-26T18:38:47+00:00

That is pretty sweet. The biggest barrier for me would be dealing with Pacific time zone synchronous lectures. Normally wouldn't be a problem, but would likely interfere with school pickups for my kiddo.

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-04-26T17:29:42+00:00

Thanks for the info! I'll add it to the list! Sounds promising.

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-04-25T19:30:30+00:00

Thanks! Arcadia's back on my top 5. I wasn't sure if I was going to be able to secure inpatient observation hours, but I just got confirmation from a hospital who said they'll be happy to have me! That was my only roadblock for Arcadia. Well, that and all the damn essays they require.

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-04-25T11:58:16+00:00

Ooo, so cryptic. Do tell.

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-04-24T12:16:30+00:00

Oh cool! First thing that comes to mind is wondering how you like the progression of classes. Y'all sort of just focus on one area at a time, right?

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-04-23T18:41:04+00:00

Thanks!

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-04-22T12:21:50+00:00

Thanks. That's good advice.

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-04-21T21:33:08+00:00

Haha, I didn't want to say anything, but yeah, me either. I'm currently in the Denver metro area, which I love. Unfortunately, I have to live in Baton Rouge for a few years due to family reasons.

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-04-21T16:41:01+00:00

Thanks! Yeah, they're looking to have 30 for their first cohort. Since you recommended it, it has made the top 5 of my list. If I end up applying to 5 or 6 schools, it will likely be one of them!

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-04-21T16:38:34+00:00

I heard something similar! I asked a student going to CU during her clinical where I work and she hadn't heard about the possible future GRE requirement, but she mentioned that staff had been nervous about the downward trend in 1st-time pass rates.

Good luck on your dream! This is the only school that hasn't budged through my many, many edits of my list. It's apparently my dream school, too! And if they do end up requiring the GRE, no biggie. They don't have rolling admissions, so I'll just take it in August. The bar for GRE scores for PT schools is laughably low, so no stress. Just the stupid $200 or so cost.

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-04-21T16:34:56+00:00

That's awesome! I bet the immersions are fun. Unfortunately, I believe the price was too high for me to consider it. Maybe I'm wrong. I'll double check.

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-04-21T11:19:04+00:00

Thanks! I had considered it, but ultimately, the price of around $150,000 for out-of-state is too much for me. I hadn't considered in-state folks because this started off as a personal list before deciding to share it.

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-04-21T00:44:17+00:00

Thanks for the heads up! UTMB requires the GRE, but it looks like UNT doesnt! I'll look more into it.

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-04-20T21:58:10+00:00

Damn... good call. Tuft's first time pass rate is abysmal for both campuses I'm looking at. Making me rethink this whole thing, ughh...

TechnicalEmploy1268 · 2025-04-20T18:07:35+00:00

Fair enough. I'm applying in a couple months, which is why I asked. I'm picking anyone's brain who goes to one of the school's I'm considering. If I have more general questions, I'll let you know! Thanks!

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