Apply for the Surge Scholarship

PLEASE REVIEW ALL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION.
DEADLINE: 11:59 PM PACIFIC TIME ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2023
Surge Application

Education

Tell us about your educational history—and your aspirations for residency!



Essay and Supporting Documentation


Short Essay Questions

We want to understand what makes you, well, you! To help us get to know you better, please answer the following questions about your drive and world perspective. Please answer all three questions, and limit each answer to 500 words.

Limit each answer to 500 words.

  1. What inspired you to become a physical therapist?
  2. Fast forward 10 years from now. You are a successful physical therapist and enjoying your career. What have you accomplished so far? What does your life look like?
  3. Consider your own identity and its relation to your community. How do you define it? How do your identity and your community ties shape your vision for the future of physical therapy?

Official Transcript

Upload your official DPT program transcript here.

Acceptance Letter

Upload the acceptance letter from the residency program you plan to attend here.

Letters of Recommendation

Please upload two letters of recommendation below. Ensure the letters were written by a previous teacher, professor, or industry professional and that they answer the following questions:

  • How do you know the scholarship applicant?
  • What qualities do you see in this individual?
  • Why do you feel this individual should receive this scholarship?