Ecuador
Program Dates: December 4-11, 2026
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This program provides an immersive, service-learning experience that integrates applied clinical practice with intercultural engagement, allowing Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students to apply classroom knowledge in diverse healthcare settings while building clinical reasoning, cultural competence, and adaptability. Through hands-on work in Cayambe and thoughtfully integrated cultural and leisure activities, students deepen their understanding of global health disparities and return with strengthened skills, broadened perspectives, and a greater appreciation for global collaboration in physical therapy.
Program Eligibility: This program is for DPT students who will have completed all pre-req courses. AU PT is a lockstep program (to be enrolled in the next set of courses, the student must successfully complete all coursework from previous semester).
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Important Dates
$200 Initial Payment & Application Deadline
- June 3, 2026
2nd Payment Deadline
- July 15, 2026
3rd Payment Deadline
- August 14, 2026
Final Payment Deadline
- September 15, 2026
SAO Orientation (mandatory)
- TBD
Course Offered
PTHP 9110: Elective (1 credit hour)
Prerequisites: All previous DPT courses
Program Leaders: Dr. Carly Ritter, Dr. Megan Mobley, Dr. Ashley Fox
Program Cost
Initial Payment: $200
Due: 6/6/2026
Program Fee: Approx. $3,086 (includes initial payment)
Due: 9/15/2026
Tuition & Fees: based on number of credit hours enrolled
Experience education in Ecuador
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