Department of Physical Therapy & Kinesiology | UMass Lowell

Gain Experience for a Meaningful Career

The Department of Physical Therapy & Kinesiology prepares students for meaningful careers helping people:

Restore physical function and performance
Prevent physical injury and disease
Promote physical wellness

What Do You Want to Study?

Exercise Science Learn about the Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science.
Physical Therapy Read more about the Doctor of Physical Therapy program.
Research Enhancing the well-being and quality of life of humans.

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8/18/2017 Featured Story

Co-op Scholars Explore Infinity – and Beyond

Co-op Scholars Explore Infinity – and Beyond

Every year, more than 200 first-year students receive merit-based, $4,000 Co-op Scholarships in their acceptance packages. The scholarships pay them to do research with a faculty member, intern at a community agency or study abroad.

8/18/2017 Featured Story
11/7/2016 Featured Story

Improving Health Starts Here

Improving Health Starts Here

From improving rehabilitation for stroke survivors to reducing inflammation through diet in older adults, faculty members in the College of Health Sciences are conducting studies that have the potential to make a powerful impact on people’s lives.

11/7/2016 Featured Story
8/18/2016 Featured Story

Freshmen Gain Lab Experiences in Solving Real-World Problems

Freshmen Gain Lab Experiences in Solving Real-World Problems

At UMass Lowell, high-merit students in the Co-op Scholars Program are given opportunities to conduct summer research after their freshman year.

8/18/2016 Featured Story
7/8/2009 Featured Story

Teaching and Learning Council Grants Announced

Teaching and Learning Council Grants Announced

The recipients of the 2009 Teaching and Learning Council Grants have been announced.

7/8/2009 Featured Story

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Doctoral Student Pass Rate on national exam
EP student pass rate on professional license exam
Doctoral students secure employment within six months

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