Colorado Technical University

Can I become a Physiotherapist in Canada with a low gpa?

Please help! In 2008, I graduated from UBC with a major in Psychology and a minor in Business Administration. Unfortunately, I graduated with a 2.5 GPA, with my last 60 credit hours being around the same average. During my undergrad, I was faced with some difficult circumstances which did not allow me to devote the requisite time to my studies. Since this time, I have gained considerable strides in my personal life and I'm now able to devote the necessary time to my studies. I have also discovered my passion is to pursue physical therapy and become a licensed therapist. I have countless volunteer work hours with people of physical disabilities both locally and abroad in third world countries. I have also received great references and work experiences from internationally recognized companies from around the world. I continue to volunteer in my community, hold an excellent position at a reputable company in Vancouver and continue to lead a healthy and balanced lifestyle. I am will to do almost anything to gain acceptance to a Physio therapy program in Canada and even if I have to, somewhere abroad. I understand there are some prerequisite courses required which I don't have (ie, anatomy/physiology/biology) - I have no problem taking these courses before I apply. However, I don't want to go back to school and retake a bunch of courses only to realize I don't stand any chance of being accepted. (And re-doing another degree will be too timely and upgrading courses from a 2.5 to 3.5 gpa may take several years) I understand a few schools have an extenuating circumstances application, but I'm still not sure whether I would make the cut. Several schools I have contacted have closed the door on me, stating I should only apply with at least a 3.2-3.5 or above. I am willing to do anything to pursue my dream and refuse to take no for an answer. THEREFORE....I am wondering, is there any hope for me? Will any school accept me? Is there anything I can do in the next one year to help my chances of being accepted? If anyone has any information or suggestions, it would be a great help! Thank you!!

Public Comments

1. You do have a chance for admission although it is not a good one. You will have to decide if it is worthwhile taking the classes that you need./