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Physical Therapy Assistant in Michigan

Physical Therapy Assistant Schools in Michigan

In 2021-2022, 188 students earned their Physical Therapy Assistant degrees in MI.

In terms of popularity, Physical Therapy Assistant is the 15th most popular major in the state out of a total 181 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physical Therapy Assistant Majors in Michigan

Physical Therapy Assistant majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Associate Degree 182
Bachelor’s Degree 6

Gender Distribution

In Michigan, a physical therapy assistant major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of physical therapy assistant majors in Michigan is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.2%
  • Black or African American: 2.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.2%
  • White: 84.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 6.9%
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Jobs for Physical Therapy Assistant Grads in Michigan

There are 3,800 people in the state and 94,250 people in the nation working in physical therapy assistant jobs.

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Wages for Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs in Michigan

A typical salary for a physical therapy assistant grad in the state is $54,010, compared to a typical salary of $57,750 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Michigan that offer physical therapy assistant degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

47 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,453 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 96% get financial aid. The full-time teacher rate is 99%. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 8 to 1.

#2

Baker College

Owosso
46 Degrees in Major Awarded
15% Graduation Rate
4,969 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 96% get financial aid. The 2.20% student loan default rate is lower than average. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 8 to 1.

44 Degrees in Major Awarded
16,762 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $5,822. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 29% are considered full time. The student loan default rate of 3.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#4

Henry Ford College

Dearborn
38 Degrees in Major Awarded
11,379 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $3,082. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $25,156 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

36 Degrees in Major Awarded
6,245 Total Students

10 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Graduates earn an average $26,221 after graduation. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,884 Total Students

66% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. A typical student attending Washtenaw Community College will pay a net price of $2,995. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 27% are considered full time.

#7

Delta College

University Center
14 Degrees in Major Awarded
7,054 Total Students

A typical student attending Delta College will pay a net price of $2,884. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 94% of students receive it.

13 Degrees in Major Awarded
31% Graduation Rate
424 Total Students

An average student at Finlandia will pay a net price of $14,416. The student loan default rate is 3.00% which is lower than average. 13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,297 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 96% get financial aid. The student loan default rate is 4.80% which is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
1,966 Total Students

An average student at Siena Heights University will pay a net price of $21,553. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $47,551 after earning their degree at this institution. The student loan default rate is 1.20% which is lower than average.

Physical Therapy Assistant Careers in MI

Some of the careers physical therapy assistant majors go into include:

Job Title MI Job Growth MI Median Salary
Physical Therapist Assistants 31% $52,140

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to physical therapy assistant.

Major Annual Graduates in MI
Medical/Clinical Assistant 1,424
Occupational Therapist Assistant 117
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant 78
Emergency Care Attendant (EMT) 23
Respiratory Therapy Technician 22
Anesthesiologist Assistant 8
Lactation Consultant 4
Radiologist Assistant 2

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