PT Solutions (PTS) is partnering with the IPTF to award eight $3,000 scholarships to aspiring physical therapy leaders in Illinois. The PTS Future Leaders Scholarship Program recognizes and rewards students demonstrating early leadership potential, whether through clinical excellence or advocacy for the profession.

At PT Solutions, we believe everyone deserves the chance to be unstoppable. Through transformative care grounded in evidence, experience, and exceptional service, we empower our community. This scholarship program extends that mission by supporting students who embody our core values of hospitality, innovation, togetherness, and integrity in their clinical practice.

Application Process

Application Packets are being accepted NOW. Please complete the entire application and submit it along with the 2 letters of recommendation and your unofficial transcript as a single PDF document to Alyssa Connolly, [email protected].

Application Packet Checklist (DUE BY AUGUST 1)

• Complete application, including essay questions
• Copy of unofficial school transcript
• Two letters of recommendation:  One from a faculty member stating you are in good academic standing and display leadership qualities. The other letter may be from a CI, places where you've volunteered, or a former employer, highlighting leadership qualities.

Selection & Award Process

After selecting recipients, PT Solutions will submit scholarship funds to the IPTF, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, for distribution to the winners.

Applications will be reviewed independently by a panel of two PT Solutions members and one IPTF Board of Directors member.

Selection criteria include:

• Leadership potential
• Desire to excel in clinical practice
• Contribution to patient satisfaction
• Teamwork in the clinical environment
• Evidence of advancing practical PT knowledge

All SPT applicants, regardless of whether they attend an Illinois or out-of-state DPT program, will be considered.

Selected recipients will be notified and invited to the GSU Networking Event on September 22nd and the IPTA Awards Event. Those not selected will be notified by staff.

Scholarship winners will receive the $3,000 stipend at the GSU Networking Event or by mail if unable to attend.