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2026-27 cycleSpringfield, MA

Springfield College-School of Human Services

Springfield College is a private institution located in Springfield, Massachusetts, guided by its founding Humanics philosophy of educating the spirit, mind, and body for leadership in service to others. The college is well known for its health sciences, physical therapy, and movement studies programs, as well as being the historical birthplace of basketball.

Acceptance rate

72%

Undergrad enrollment

2,059

Test policy

Test optional

Application fee

Free

Application deadlines

RoundDeadline
Early DecisionEarly Decision I Application DeadlineDecember 1, 2026
Regular DecisionPhysical Therapy Application DeadlineDecember 1, 2026
Early Decision IIEarly Decision II Application DeadlineJanuary 15, 2027
Regular DecisionPhysician Assistant Studies Regular Application DeadlineJanuary 15, 2027
Financial AidFAFSA Priority Submission DeadlineFebruary 1, 2027

Supplemental essay prompts

RequiredMajor choice500 words

Based on your understanding of occupational therapy, what role do you see occupational therapists playing in the lives of their patients? Why do you want to pursue occupational therapy as a career?

RequiredMajor choice

What specific activities have you completed to investigate the role of the physical therapist?

RequiredCommunity

The ideal cohort of students in a DPT program is diverse in many ways. Based upon your background, describe an experience that demonstrates how you will contribute to our community of diverse learners.

RequiredMajor choice

What specific activities have you completed to investigate the role of the physician assistant?

RequiredMajor choice

Please identify any direct physician assistant observation experience and any other relevant health care experience. Please be sure to list the organization/hospital, the duties/experience, and the total number of hours completed.

Data gathered August 2026.