Utah Valley University (UVU) and Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions (RMU) have announced a new articulation agreement creating the UVU/RMU Accelerated Pathway B.S./DPT, an innovative educational partnership that enables qualified UVU students to complete both a bachelor’s degree and a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree in an accelerated timeframe.
Utah Valley University (UVU) and Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions (RMU) have announced a new articulation agreement creating the UVU/RMU Accelerated Pathway B.S./DPT, an innovative educational partnership that enables qualified UVU students to complete both a bachelor’s degree and a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree in an accelerated timeframe.
The agreement, signed by academic leaders from both institutions in February 2026, provides UVU students in health science and exercise science with a clearly defined academic roadmap and the opportunity to begin their graduate-level DPT coursework during what traditionally would be their senior year at UVU.
Under the new pathway, eligible students who complete the prescribed pre‑professional coursework at UVU with a minimum 3.0 GPA and meet RMU admission requirements may apply to enter the DPT program at RMU one year early. Their first two semesters of DPT coursework at RMU will also count toward the completion of their bachelor’s degree at UVU.
“Utah Valley University is proud to join with Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions to create an accelerated and affordable pathway for students pursuing careers in physical therapy,” said UVU Provost Wayne Vaught. “This partnership strengthens our commitment to offering clear, innovative academic routes that help students progress efficiently from undergraduate learning to advanced professional preparation. By allowing qualified students to begin graduate‑level DPT coursework during their senior year, we are expanding opportunity, reducing time to degree, and preparing more highly skilled professionals who are ready to meet the growing healthcare needs of our community.”
“RMU is committed to expanding access to high-quality healthcare education while meeting the evolving needs of our communities,” said Dr. Malissa Martin, provost of RMU. “This partnership with Utah Valley University reflects our shared vision to accelerate student success and prepare practice-ready physical therapists who are equipped to offer compassionate, evidence-based care.”
For additional information about UVU’s College of Health and Public Service, please visit uvu.edu/CHPS.
