Overview

Rehabilitation Science from University of California, San Francisco aims to create a preeminent center of learning and discovery in rehabilitation science at the doctoral level.

Students in the Rehabilitation Science program from University of California, San Francisco will:

strengthen and expand the training in rehabilitation sciences

develop academic areas of focus that draw on the strengths of our faculty and the campus.

expand the learning opportunities and enrich the collaborative science research experience

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Rehabilitation Science

Statistics

Research Ethics

Basic Sciences

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Physiotherapy View 48 other PhDs in Physiotherapy in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor’s, master’s or a doctoral degree in physical therapy, neuroscience, exercise physiology, biomedical engineering, or a related rehabilitation science or professional field is required.

Additionally, applicants must have a grade point average of 3.0 or greater (or its equivalent).

Applicants must submit unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.

Applicants must submit their CV and a Statement of Purpose (3 to 5 pages) discussing their background, interests, research goals, purpose in applying for graduate study and plans for the future.

Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation from individuals who know the applicant well and can speak to their ability to succeed in graduate school.

International applicants from non-English speaking countries must demonstrate proficiency in English

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Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

27366 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 27366 USD per year during 60 months.
National

27366 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 27366 USD per year during 60 months.
In-State

12264 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12264 USD per year during 60 months.

Living costs for San Francisco

2206 - 4119 USD /month

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