Concordia University Ann Arbor’s Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program has officially received accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
The announcement was made public on Dec. 3, 2025, marking a monumental milestone for the CUAA School of Health Professions.
Accreditation from CAPTE is a rigorous, multiyear process that ensures a physical therapy program meets or exceeds the standards for quality in education and professional practice. Every PT program in the United States is required to achieve this accreditation to grant graduates the ability to sit for the national licensure examination.
For Concordia, the announcement affirms what many already knew: the CUAA DPT program is committed to excellence. Nearly six years of planning, development, and collaboration went into building the program — years marked by perseverance, innovation, and a shared dedication to student success.
“This achievement marks an important milestone for the CUAA PT program and highlights the collective commitment of students, faculty, administrators and advisory council members,” said Susannah L. Steele, associate professor and program director. “The program now joins CUAA’s accredited OT and PA programs, completing a robust suite of exceptional graduate health professions offerings in the Ann Arbor region.”
With this announcement, CUAA continues to grow its impact as a leader in Christ-centered, service-driven healthcare education. Students are equipped not only with the knowledge and skills they need to become licensed physical therapists, but also with a deep sense of vocation to care for others in compassionate, Christ-like ways.
Want in?
Concordia University Ann Arbor is a Lutheran higher education community committed to helping students develop in mind, body and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and the world.
Click here to view a full list of the programs.