PTA programs in Chicago, IL

7 schools within 30 miles of Chicago, IL offer physical therapist assistant programs, and one is in Chicago itself. Physical therapist assistants in Illinois earn a median $65,240 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
7
Closest
3 mi
Public colleges
6
Median pay in IL
$65,240

7 physical therapist assistant schools within 30 mi of Chicago, IL

School results

  1. City Colleges of Chicago - Malcolm X College

    Chicago, IL · 2.9 mi · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +11

  2. Morton College

    Cicero, IL · 4.1 mi · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +8

  3. Oakton College

    Des Plaines, IL · 19 mi · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +14

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  5. Fox College

    Tinley Park, IL · 20 mi · Private

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Medical assistant
    • Veterinary technician
    • +1

  6. College of DuPage

    Glen Ellyn, IL · 20 mi · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

  7. Prairie State College

    Chicago Heights, IL · 22 mi · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +12

  8. William Rainey Harper College

    Palatine, IL · 26 mi · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +20

What physical therapist assistants earn in Illinois

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Physical therapist assistant salary in IllinoisHow to become a physical therapist assistant

Median pay
$65,240
$31.37 an hour
Typical range
$41,600–$81,890
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in IL
4,890
Job growth, 2025–35
+23%
18,500 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the closest physical therapist assistant schools to Chicago?

The closest are City Colleges of Chicago - Malcolm X College (Chicago, 3 mi), Morton College (Cicero, 4 mi), and Oakton College (Des Plaines, 19 mi). In total, 7 schools within 30 miles teach physical therapist assistant.

How much do physical therapist assistant programs near Chicago cost?

For the 7 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $4,738 to $13,109. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do physical therapist assistants make near Chicago?

Across Illinois, the median pay is $65,240 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

How do I choose a physical therapist assistant school in Chicago?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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