by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual looked at 2 colleges and universities when compiling its 2025 Best Animal-Assisted Therapy Schools in the Great Lakes Region ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 34 degrees in animal-assisted therapy to qualified students.
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Since the program you select can have a significant impact on your future, we've developed a number of rankings, including this Best Animal-Assisted Therapy Schools in the Great Lakes Region list, to help you choose the best school for you. If you'd like to restrict your choices to just one part of the country, you can filter this list by location.
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The schools below may not offer all types of animal-assisted therapy degrees so you may want to filter by degree level first. However, they are great for the degree levels they do offer.
It's hard to beat Aurora University if you wish to pursue a degree in animal-assisted therapy. Located in the suburb of Aurora, Aurora is a private not-for-profit university with a medium-sized student population.More information about a degree in animal-assisted therapy from Aurora University
Hocking College is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a degree in animal-assisted therapy. Located in the rural area of Nelsonville, Hocking Technical College is a public college with a small student population.More information about a degree in animal-assisted therapy from Hocking College
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Animal-Assisted Therapy is one of 16 different types of Rehabilitation & Therapeutic Professions programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Physical Therapy/Therapist | 1,718 |
| Occupational Therapy | 1,601 |
| Rehabilitation Science | 374 |
| Art Therapy | 291 |
| Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy | 202 |
| Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling | 164 |
| Music Therapy | 146 |
| Assistive/Augmentative Technology and Rehabilitation Engineering | 132 |
| Orthotist/Prosthetist | 68 |
| Other Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | 57 |
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