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Physical Therapy Assistant in Missouri

Physical Therapy Assistant Schools in Missouri

140 students earned Physical Therapy Assistant degrees in Missouri in the 2021-2022 year.

As a degree choice, Physical Therapy Assistant is the 13th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Physical Therapy Assistant Majors in Missouri

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Associate Degree 131
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 9
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 9

Gender Distribution

In Missouri, 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 Missouri is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.4%
  • Black or African American: 1.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.6%
  • White: 85.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 8.6%
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Jobs for Physical Therapy Assistant Grads in Missouri

2,240 people in the state and 94,250 in the nation are employed in jobs related to physical therapy assistant.

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Wages for Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs in Missouri

Physical Therapy Assistant grads earn an average of $53,150 in the state and $57,750 nationwide.

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

41 Degrees in Major Awarded
14,910 Total Students

22 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $27,524 a year. The student loan default rate of 3.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

25 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,855 Total Students

In their early career, STC grads earn an average salary of $47,255. This public school has an average net price of $13,336. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 81% are considered full time.

24 Degrees in Major Awarded
13,874 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.30%. This public school has an average net price of $6,518. Of all the students who attend this school, 86% get financial aid.

20 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,506 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 1.70% which is lower than average. A typical student attending OTC will pay a net price of $8,710. 17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#5

Jefferson College

Hillsboro
18 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,680 Total Students

100% of the teachers are full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 90% get financial aid. The student loan default rate is 2.80% which is lower than average.

15 Degrees in Major Awarded
36% Graduation Rate
4,395 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.70%. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 60% are considered full time.

#7

Mineral Area College

Park Hills
13 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,282 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $28,231 a year. The student loan default rate of 7.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 93% of students get financical aid.

13 Degrees in Major Awarded
239 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.10%. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 72% of students receive it. In their early career, Cape Girardeau CTC grads earn an average salary of $36,119.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
668 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $31,317 a year. The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1. The student loan default rate of 4.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
440 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $24,636. Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 47% are considered full time.

Physical Therapy Assistant Careers in MO

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

Job Title MO Job Growth MO Median Salary
Physical Therapist Assistants 25% $53,510

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

Major Annual Graduates in MO
Medical/Clinical Assistant 495
Occupational Therapist Assistant 155
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant 11

View all majors related to Physical Therapy Assistant

View Nationwide Physical Therapy Assistant Report

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