The mission of the Doctor of Physical Therapy degree program is to prepare Doctors of Physical Therapy who, by virtue of their critical thinking ability, clinical skills diagnostic competence, ethical standards and moral character, are recognized experts in the diagnosis and management of neuromusculoskeletal function across the continuum of care, and who will serve their patients as primary clinical care practitioners, promoting the optimum health and function of their clients and society.

By pursuing this mission with vision and integrity, these leaders in the profession will seek to engage the mind, elevate the spirit, and stimulate the highest effort of all who are associated with the Doctor of Physical Therapy degree through education, practice, and research.