NPTE Score Jump: How I Went from 550 to 680 — and Why Practice Questions Changed Everything
My First NPTE Attempt Was a Reality Check As an international PT graduate from India, I thought I had the NPTE under control. I downloaded flashcard apps, binge-watched all the “top-rated” YouTube NPTE videos, and joined a webinar that promised a 96% pass rate. I spent hours trying to memorize everything from brachial plexus mnemonics…
Top NPTE Study Resources by Subject (And How to Use Them Right)
Preparing for the NPTE in 2025? You don’t need to read everything — you need to read smart and practice smarter. Here’s a subject-wise breakdown of the most trusted NPTE books (based on what DPT students still swear by), and how to combine them with ExamLoom’s level-based practice system to actually pass the exam. …
The Only 30-Day NPTE Study Plan You’ll Ever Need
Are you 30 days away from your NPTE exam and feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone. Thousands of PT students face the same anxiety: “Have I studied enough?” “What should I revise first?” “How can I possibly cover everything in just a month?” Take a deep breath. You don’t need to do everything. You just need…
How I Failed the NPTE as an International Student — and Then Crushed It in 6 Weeks
I’m a physical therapist trained outside the United States. After years of studying, clinicals, internships, and dealing with piles of credentialing paperwork, I thought I was ready for the NPTE. But I failed. I wasn’t just heartbroken—I was crushed. As an international student, failing wasn’t just personal. It felt like I had let down my…