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Physical Therapy Schools in California

1,759 Physical Therapy students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In terms of popularity, Physical Therapy is the 5th most popular major in the state out of a total 149 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physical Therapy Majors in California

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 1,758
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 1,758
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 1,758
Master’s Degree 1

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 24.5%
  • Black or African American: 3.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 16.9%
  • White: 42.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.6%
  • Other Races: 9.4%
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Jobs for Physical Therapy Grads in California

There are 32,170 people in the state and 428,080 people in the nation working in physical therapy jobs.

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Wages for Physical Therapy Jobs in California

Physical Therapy grads earn an average of $97,110 in the state and $88,880 nationwide.

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

835 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,711 Total Students

28% of the teachers are full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.90%.

142 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
46,287 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $65,748 a year. Of all the students who attend this school, 70% get financial aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 62% are considered full time.

#3

Loma Linda University

Loma Linda
137 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,468 Total Students

94% of the teachers are full time. The student to faculty ratio is 3 to 1. In their early career, Loma Linda University grads earn an average salary of $78,124.

82 Degrees in Major Awarded
79% Graduation Rate
9,761 Total Students

89% of students get financical aid. The 2.10% student loan default rate is lower than average. In their early career, Chapman grads earn an average salary of $53,764.

71 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
27,349 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 4.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. The average student takes 4.75 years to complete their degree at SFSU. 78% of students get financical aid.

71 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,201 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 66% are considered full time. The student loan default rate is 1.00% which is lower than average.

54 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,813 Total Students

82% of the teachers are full time. The 0.40% student loan default rate is lower than average.

52 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
9,006 Total Students

In their early career, Azusa Pacific grads earn an average salary of $49,365. This private institution charges an average net price of $30,744. 95% of students get financical aid.

48 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,050 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 52%. 9 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The student loan default rate of 0.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

40 Degrees in Major Awarded
529 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 48% are considered full time. The 0.50% student loan default rate is lower than average. Graduates earn an average $83,706 after graduation.

Physical Therapy Careers in CA

Some of the careers physical therapy majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Health Specialties Professors 30% $142,500
Physical Therapists 29% $97,610

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

Major Annual Graduates in CA
Occupational Therapy 1,178
Rehabilitation Counseling 141
Recreational Therapy 26
Rehabilitation Science 18
Music Therapy 17
Orthotist/Prosthetist 17
Art Therapy 1

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