by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual reviewed 23 schools in the Plains States Region to determine which ones were the best for associate degree seekers in the field of physical therapy assistant. Combined, these schools handed out 444 associate degrees in physical therapy assistant to qualified students.
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Your choice of physical therapy assistant for getting your associate degree school matters. This section explores some of the factors we include in our ranking and how much they vary depending on the school you select. When choosing a school we recommend considering some of the following factors:
The overall quality of a associate degree school is important to ensure a good education, not just how well they do in a particular major. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best colleges for physical therapy assistant students working on their associate degree.
Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Physical Therapy Assistant Associate Degree Schools in the Plains States Region ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision.
Explore the top ranked colleges and universities for physical therapy assistant students seeking a an associate degree.
It is hard to beat St Catherine University if you wish to pursue an associate degree in physical therapy assistant. Located in the large city of Saint Paul, St. Kate's is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a associate in physical therapy assistant from St Catherine University
Kirkwood Community College is a good decision for individuals pursuing an associate degree in physical therapy assistant. Located in the midsize city of Cedar Rapids, Kirkwood Community College is a public college with a fairly large student population.More information about a associate in physical therapy assistant from Kirkwood Community College
Lake Area Technical Institute is a good option for individuals pursuing an associate degree in physical therapy assistant. LATI is a small public school located in the town of Watertown.More information about a associate in physical therapy assistant from Lake Area Technical Institute
Northland Community and Technical College is a great option for students pursuing an associate degree in physical therapy assistant. Located in the town of Thief River Falls, Northland Community and Technical College is a public college with a small student population.More information about a associate in physical therapy assistant from Northland Community and Technical College
Located in the midsize city of Topeka, Washburn University is a public university with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a associate in physical therapy assistant from Washburn University
Located in the distant town of Hutchinson, Hutchinson Community College is a public college with a small student population.More information about a associate in physical therapy assistant from Hutchinson Community College
LSC is a small public college located in the city of Duluth.More information about a associate in physical therapy assistant from Lake Superior College
Located in the city of Omaha, Clarkson College is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.More information about a associate in physical therapy assistant from Clarkson College
Kansas City Kansas Community College is a small public college located in the medium-sized city of Kansas City.More information about a associate in physical therapy assistant from Kansas City Kansas Community College
Located in the large city of Kansas City, MCC is a public college with a fairly large student population.More information about a associate in physical therapy assistant from Metropolitan Community College - Kansas City
Explore the best physical therapy assistant schools for a specific state in the Plains States Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 299 | 117 |
| Kansas | 275 | 98 |
| Missouri | 210 | 185 |
| Iowa | 200 | 86 |
| Nebraska | 163 | 65 |
| South Dakota | 148 | 19 |
| North Dakota | 144 | 0 |
One of 14 majors within the Allied Health & Medical Assisting Services area of study, Physical Therapy Assistant has other similar majors worth exploring.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Occupational Therapist Assistant | 405 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | 163 |
| Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | 39 |
| Speech-Language Pathology Assistant | 18 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant | 4 |
| Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance) | 1 |