Natural Science/Pre-physical Therapy, BS

Accelerated three-year Gannon University School of Physical Therapy program. A maximum of 30cr of work may be transferred after the first year at Gannon University School of Physical Therapy. Upon completion of the first year of studies at one of the physical therapy schools, a transcript from that school is to be sent by the student to the dean of the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics with a note requesting application materials for graduation. Articulation agreement with Chatham University School of Physical Therapy requires a BS from IUP.

Liberal Studies: 48

As outlined in the Liberal Studies Requirements with the following specifications:

Writing Intensive:

A second writing-intensive course is not required for three-year students who transfer to a professional school with an articulation agreement.

Liberal Studies Elective: 3

COSC 101 - Computer Literacy Credits: 3
No courses with SCI prefix

Major: 43

Required Courses:

BIOL 150 - Human Anatomy Credits: 4
BIOL 201 - Principles of Ecology and Evolution Credits: 4
BIOL 202 - Principles of Cell and Molecular Biology Credits: 4
BIOL 203 - Principles of Genetics and Development Credits: 4
BIOL 240 - Human Physiology Credits: 4
BIOL 241 - Introductory Medical Microbiology Credits: 4
CHEM 231 - Organic Chemistry I Credits: 4
CHEM 332 - Organic Chemistry II Credits: 4
or
CHEM 351 - Biochemistry Credits: 4
PHYS 111 - Physics I Lecture Credits: 3
PHYS 112 - Physics II Lecture Credits: 3
PHYS 121 - Physics I Lab Credits: 1
PHYS 122 - Physics II Lab Credits: 1
MATH 216 - Probability and Statistics for Natural Sciences Credits: 3

Other Requirements: 0-6

Foreign Language Intermediate Level

Free Electives: 23-29

(1)

Electives to meet minimum of 90 IUP cr and minimum of 24cr of coursework in the humanities and/or social sciences areas for admission to affiliated chiropractic colleges after three years at IUP
Maximum cr for work at affiliated chiropractic school Credits: 30

Total Degree Requirements: 120

(1) Student is to work with his/her advisor to select appropriate free electives for professional school. Neurobiology, biomechanics, and athletic training are highly recommended.