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Physical Therapy Schools in Iowa

In 2020-2021, 197 students earned their Physical Therapy degrees in IA.

A Physical Therapy major is the 7th most popular major in this state.

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Education Levels of Physical Therapy Majors in Iowa

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 190
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 190
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 190
Post-Master’s Certificate 7
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 7

Gender Distribution

In Iowa, 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 Iowa is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.0%
  • Black or African American: 0.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 1.5%
  • White: 89.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.5%
  • Other Races: 6.1%
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Jobs for Physical Therapy Grads in Iowa

In this state, there are 4,680 people employed in jobs related to a physical therapy degree, compared to 428,080 nationwide.

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Wages for Physical Therapy Jobs in Iowa

Physical Therapy grads earn an average of $82,960 in the state and $88,880 nationwide.

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There are 5 colleges in Iowa that offer physical therapy degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

#1

Des Moines University - Osteopathic Medical Center

Des Moines
53 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,559 Total Students

56% of the teachers are full time.

#2

Saint Ambrose University

Davenport
43 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
3,003 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.30%. The average student takes 4.16 years to complete their degree at St. Ambrose University.

#3

University of Iowa

Iowa City
40 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
30,318 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $19,401. 16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The 2.20% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#4

Briar Cliff University

Sioux City
31 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
1,076 Total Students

In their early career, Briar Cliff grads earn an average salary of $39,506. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 70% are considered full time. 100% of students get financical aid.

#5

Clarke University

Dubuque
30 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
855 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 8 to 1. 100% of students get financical aid. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $24,860.

Physical Therapy Careers in IA

Some of the careers physical therapy majors go into include:

Job Title IA Job Growth IA Median Salary
Physical Therapists 26% $79,460
Health Specialties Professors 25% $131,150

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

Major Annual Graduates in IA
Occupational Therapy 108
Music Therapy 7
Other Rehabilitation Professions 3
Rehabilitation Science 2
Art Therapy 1
Rehabilitation Counseling 1

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