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University Of Delaware • Newark, DE
Studying Physical Therapy/ Geriatrics (completion in 2006)
• 5/6/2011
"I am a Blue Hen. I continue to take classes there to keep up with the latest developments."
Ratings are on a 1-10 scale
| Characteristic | Rating | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Would Recommend? | yes | It is a good program at a good school. And, the professional connections are very helpful. |
| Program Reputation | 7 | The school is better known for other majors. Still, this is a quality program. |
| Program Quality | 8 | U of D provided good clinical experience. They also have great professors. |
| Instruction | 8 | The professors/ clinicians were good at identifying strengths and capitalizing on them. They were also approachable. |
| How Difficult | 7 | It was challenging, but interesting. The research was applied well. |
| Hands-On vs. Bookish | Physical therapy study has to be hands on. The university did a great job of focusing on skill while implementing theory. | |
| Schedule Flexibility | 3 | This is a full time program. Classes are held weekdays only. |
| Academic Facilities | 8 | The clinical experience was fabulous. The classrooms are updated and well maintained. |
| Social Life | 6 | As a grad student, there were less social connections than there were for undergrads. Still, I felt a connection to the student body. |
| Placement Services | 10 | They placed me in a great practice for clinical work. Then, the alumni network helped me land my current job. |
| Alumni Network | 10 | Locally, U of D has a great alumni network. I got my current job through other U of D graduates. |
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