PTA programs in Michigan

Looking for physical therapist assistant schools in Michigan? There are 8, including 7 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Physical therapist assistants in Michigan earn a median $61,670 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools: 8
Public colleges: 7
Median pay in MI: $61,670
Cities with schools: 2

8 physical therapist assistant schools

Baker College
Owosso, MI · Private
- Physical therapist assistant
- Automotive technician
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +10
Delta College - Michigan
University Center, MI · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +19
Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +18
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Kellogg Community College
Battle Creek, MI · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +11
Macomb Community College
Warren, MI · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +23
Mid Michigan College
Harrison, MI · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +6
Mott Community College
Flint, MI · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +16
Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI · Public
- Physical therapist assistant
- HVAC technician
- Plumbing
- +14

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What physical therapist assistants earn in Michigan

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

Physical therapist assistant salary in Michigan How to become a physical therapist assistant

Median pay: $61,670; $29.65 an hour
Typical range: $35,700–$78,600; 10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in MI: 4,520
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

How many physical therapist assistant schools are in Michigan?

We list 8 schools in Michigan with physical therapist assistant programs: 7 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Campuses are in Ann Arbor, Owosso, University Center, Dearborn, and Battle Creek.

Are there community college physical therapist assistant programs in Michigan?

Yes. 7 public colleges in Michigan offer physical therapist assistant. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does physical therapist assistant school cost in Michigan?

Among the 8 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $660 to $13,157. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do physical therapist assistants make in Michigan?

The median pay for physical therapist assistants in Michigan is $61,670 a year, and most earn between $35,700 and $78,600, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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