School of Physical Therapy
Inspired by UIW’s founders, the School of Physical Therapy optimizes movement and wellness for the common good.
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Curriculum features Problem-Based Learning
Instead of simply memorizing facts, students are taught the process of clinical reasoning by using patient case studies. This provides the framework to learn concepts, ask questions, research possible answers and determine the relevance of that information.
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Global Connections
Students can learn from, with and about each other through immersion practice experiences in diverse environments such as participating in an interprofessional mission trip in Oaxaca, Mexico; assisting with clinical education in a rehabilitation center in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico; working with IPETH physical therapy students in Puebla, Mexico; or practicing in various clinical sites in Italy.
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Scholarship Support
Endowments, individual gifts and foundation and industry support all help to provide School of Physical Therapy students financial support in the form of both need-based and merit-based scholarships.
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Student Spotlight
First recipient of Erin Michelle Cumbest, DPT Memorial Scholarship announced
UIW School of Physical Therapy student Kara Neel has been named the first recipient of the Erin Michelle Cumbest, DPT Memorial Scholarship. Originally from Kingwood, TX, Neel graduated from UIW in December of 2020 with a Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitative Sciences and minor in Psychology. While an undergraduate student, she was on the UIW swim team and was part of the Residence Life team as a Resident Assistant. She was recently certified as a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Corrective Exercise Specialist. She looks forward to pursuing her goal of becoming a physical therapist and is thankful for the opportunity to continue her education at UIW.
The scholarship is named in memory of Erin Michelle Cumbest, DPT '19, a beloved graduate of the UIW School of Physical Therapy. An exceptional student and accomplished athlete who exemplified the UIW Mission, Erin sadly passed away in September 2019.
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School of Physical Therapy Mission
The School of Physical Therapy educates physical therapists who, through skilled, reflective, holistic patient-centered practice, and scholarly activities, optimize movement and wellness for the common good of society.
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Contact the School of Physical Therapy
Address: 9160 Guilbeau Rd, San Antonio, TX 78250
Phone: (210) 283-6477
Email: dptadmissions@uiwtx.edu