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Physical Therapy Schools in Wisconsin

In 2020-2021, 295 students earned their Physical Therapy degrees in WI.

In this state, Physical Therapy is the 5th most popular major out of a total 105 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Physical Therapy Majors in Wisconsin

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 274
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 274
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 274
Post-Master’s Certificate 21
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 21

Gender Distribution

In Wisconsin, 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 Wisconsin is as follows:

  • Asian: 6.1%
  • Black or African American: 1.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.7%
  • White: 76.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 12.5%
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Jobs for Physical Therapy Grads in Wisconsin

In this state, there are 10,240 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 Wisconsin

Physical Therapy grads earn an average of $76,800 in the state and $88,880 nationwide.

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There are 7 colleges in Wisconsin that offer physical therapy degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

#1

Carroll University

Waukesha
79 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
3,451 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $22,987. In their early career, Carroll U grads earn an average salary of $47,398. The student loan default rate is 2.30% which is lower than average.

#2

Marquette University

Milwaukee
65 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
11,550 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $57,725 a year. The student loan default rate of 1.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

43 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
10,531 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 77% of students receive it. The full-time teacher rate is 86%. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $14,654.

40 Degrees in Major Awarded
87% Graduation Rate
44,640 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 85%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $55,313 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the students who attend this school, 58% get financial aid.

24 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
24,565 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 6.20% which is lower than average. In their early career, UWM grads earn an average salary of $41,703. The full-time teacher rate is 64%.

23 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
5,492 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. Graduates earn an average $43,294 after graduation. The 2.40% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#7

Bellin College

Green Bay
21 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
626 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. The average student takes 4.10 years to complete their degree at Bellin College. 70% of the teachers are full time.

Physical Therapy Careers in WI

Some of the careers physical therapy majors go into include:

Job Title WI Job Growth WI Median Salary
Health Specialties Professors 21% $68,760
Physical Therapists 15% $85,430

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

Major Annual Graduates in WI
Occupational Therapy 344
Rehabilitation Counseling 124
Rehabilitation Science 81
Recreational Therapy 70
Art Therapy 35
Music Therapy 8

View all majors related to Physical Therapy

View Nationwide Physical Therapy Report

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