CANTON, MO – 乱伦社区 and Clarke University are proud to announce a new partnership offering students a direct pathway into a
This collaboration establishes a unique 鈥3+1鈥 program allowing students to earn their bachelor鈥檚 degree from 乱伦社区 after three years of undergraduate coursework, and the first year of the DPT program at Clarke University. Students who continue into the graduate program can participate in the 鈥3+3鈥 pathway, enabling them to earn their Doctorate of Physical Therapy in just two additional years, for a total of six years.
Participating in this partnership will provide students with a competitive admissions advantage, an accelerated timeline to earn their DPT, and a smooth transition between programs.
In this agreement, two qualified 乱伦社区 students will be guaranteed seats in Clarke University鈥檚 Doctor of Physical Therapy program each year. Additional Culver-Stockton students who meet the program requirements will receive priority consideration for admission.
鈥淐ollaboration of this kind is what higher education is all about,鈥 said Brad Kruse, Professor and Chair of the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Clarke. 鈥淭he partnership with 乱伦社区 not only ensures greater access to education for students, but trains exceptional practitioners that will benefit the health and wellness of communities near and far.鈥
鈥淚 am thrilled about the articulation agreement between 乱伦社区 and Clarke University,鈥 stated Interim Dean of Graduate and Professional Studies Dr. Jay Hoffman. 鈥淭his partnership opens up new pathways for our students, enhancing their educational and career opportunities while reinforcing our commitment to academic collaboration and student success.鈥
For more information, visit or contact admission@culver.edu.
About Clarke University
Founded in 1843 by the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Clarke University is located near the Mississippi River in Dubuque, Iowa. The University believes learning is lifelong and life-changing. Our community inspires intellectual curiosity, cultural engagement, professional preparedness, spiritual exploration, and a commitment to contributing to the common good in a global society. Academic offerings include over 45 undergraduate majors and minors, 10 pre-professional programs, and five graduate degree programs.
About 乱伦社区
乱伦社区, situated on 140 acres in Canton, Missouri, atop The Hill overlooking the Mississippi River, was founded in 1853 by members of the Disciples of Christ Church. Today, more than 1,000 students from around the world shape their futures in academic excellence with opportunities in 80 majors and minors, four graduate programs, 19 NAIA inter-collegiate athletics, 35 diverse student organizations, and many campus-life events.
Contact the Marketing & Public Relations Office, at pr@culver.edu or 573-288-6000 ext. 6728 for more information.
NOTE: A number that appears immediately after a person鈥檚 name (i.e. Jane Doe 鈥18) is a reference to the year that person earned their bachelor鈥檚 degree from Culver-Stockton.