Plus Program Options
What are the two 4+1 options for PSU seniors?
MBA 4+1 Cohort (any major)
MEd Special Education - One Year Intensive
What majors are FY students required to be in to be eligible for the 3+3 DPT?
BS Allied Health Science
BS Exercise Science & Sport Mgt
How many credits are required for the MBA program?
30 credits for business majors
36 credits for non-business majors
What is the GPA requirement for the MBA Cohort?
2.75
What is the biggest benefit of Plus Programs?
Save time and money
What major do UG students need to be in for 3+2 for MS in Counseling and 3+3 School Psychology programs
BS in Psychology
What are the high school academic requirements for students to be considered for the DPT 3+3?
Minimum 3.5 GPA
3+ years math
3+ years science
What is the minimum GPA requirement?
2.75
What is the GPA requirement for the 3+2 Athletic Training program?
2.5
Is the DPT 3+3 a direct entry program?
Technically it is not - students must complete the PTCAS application and interview during their junior year.
Which Plus Programs are eligible for the PantherPlus Scholarship?
MBA 4+1 Cohort
MEd Special Ed One Year Intensive
Athletic Training 3+2
What is the review process for FY applicants to the DPT program?
Counselors review applications and move to coordinator/faculty review bin if they meet the minimum requirements.
What format are classes offered?
Mostly in-person, except Summer classes are online and 1 class in each fall/spring semester is online
What is the PGA requirement for the 3+2 and 3+3 counseling programs?
3.5
Are graduate students eligible for financial aid and scholarships?
There is the PantherPlus scholarship for certain programs, merit scholarships can be used in year 4, and FA is available with student loans only.
How many credits will be double counted in senior year for the 3+2 programs?
Most students will need to have at least 30 credits of electives left in their senior year to allow GR credits to double count.
How many students can be admitted to the 3+3 option each fall?
20 students maximum
How much is the PantherPlus scholarship for PSU students who move directly into the MBA Cohort?
$2,000
What is the GPA students admitted to the DPT 3+3 option are required to maintain before applying through PTCAS?
3.5
When should students talk with their advisor if they are interested in Plus Program?
As early as possible - key is to hold off on filling UG electives and not leaving room for credits to double count.
How many graduate level credits can a PSU senior take and what is the GPA requirement?
They can take 6 credits once they have earned 90+ credits and have a 3.0+ GPA
Do students need to complete another application process during their junior year at PSU?
Yes, students must complete the PTCAS application in the fall of junior year, this includes statement of interest, recommendations, observation hours and in-person interview
What graduate certificates can be added to the MBA program?
Accounting
Healthcare Admininstration
Digital & Social Media Marketing
What is the GPA requirement for all other Plus Programs?
3.0
Top 3 reasons students stay for a Plus Program
Master's required for licensure
Athletic eligibility
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