Class of 1980

The purpose of this study was to collect and summarize comprehensive demographic data and other information about students graduating from entry-level physical therapy education programs. A survey of graduating students from 83 institutions with approved programs listed in the October 1979 issue of Physical Therapy resulted in responses from 2,280 students from 81 institutions. The findings present a description of the 2,280 respondents and profiles for male and female students and for graduates of different types of entry-level programs. This information should be useful to those involved with educational programs, the professional Association, and other individuals as they make decisions and plan educational strategies for the preparation of future physical therapists.