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Physical Therapy Assistant in New York

Physical Therapy Assistant Schools in New York

200 students earned Physical Therapy Assistant degrees in New York in the 2021-2022 year.

In this state, Physical Therapy Assistant is the 31st most popular major out of a total 178 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physical Therapy Assistant Majors in New York

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Associate Degree 200

Gender Distribution

In New York, 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 New York is as follows:

  • Asian: 7.5%
  • Black or African American: 7.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 11.5%
  • White: 66.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 3.0%
  • Other Races: 5.0%
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Jobs for Physical Therapy Assistant Grads in New York

In this state, there are 4,700 people employed in jobs related to a physical therapy assistant degree, compared to 94,250 nationwide.

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Wages for Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs in New York

A typical salary for a physical therapy assistant grad in the state is $52,720, compared to a typical salary of $57,750 nationwide.

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

48 Degrees in Major Awarded
12,628 Total Students

In their early career, Nassau Community College grads earn an average salary of $38,194. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. A typical student attending Nassau Community College will pay a net price of $5,548.

#2

LaGuardia Community College

Long Island City
39 Degrees in Major Awarded
14,919 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 39% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 20 to 1. Graduates earn an average $32,976 after graduation.

36 Degrees in Major Awarded
20,549 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 66% get financial aid. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.00%. 35% of the teachers are full time.

#4

SUNY Broome

Binghamton
28 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,755 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $33,704 after graduation. 51% of the teachers are full time. This public school has an average net price of $7,410.

27 Degrees in Major Awarded
35% Graduation Rate
452 Total Students

An average student at Villa will pay a net price of $13,704. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it. The student loan default rate is 8.30% which is lower than average.

19 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,472 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. 88% of students get financical aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 39% are considered full time.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,024 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $32,178 after earning their degree at this institution. 45% of the teachers are full time. The student loan default rate of 5.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#8

SUNY Canton

Canton
17 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
2,863 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $11,998. 94% of students get financical aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.21 years.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
7,687 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 30% are considered full time. The 5.60% student loan default rate is lower than average. Of all the students who attend this school, 83% get financial aid.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,047 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 36%. Graduates earn an average $37,126 after graduation. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $5,465.

Physical Therapy Assistant Careers in NY

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

Job Title NY Job Growth NY Median Salary
Physical Therapist Assistants 34% $54,100

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

Major Annual Graduates in NY
Medical/Clinical Assistant 2,755
Occupational Therapist Assistant 286
Other Allied Health Services 113
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant 66
Respiratory Therapy Technician 46
Emergency Care Attendant (EMT) 36

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