PTA programs in South Carolina

Looking for physical therapist assistant schools in South Carolina? There are 6, including 6 public colleges. Physical therapist assistants in South Carolina earn a median $70,500 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
6
Public colleges
6
Median pay in SC
$70,500

6 physical therapist assistant schools

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  1. Greenville Technical College

    Greenville, SC · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +24

  2. Horry-Georgetown Technical College

    Conway, SC · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +25

  3. Midlands Technical College

    West Columbia, SC · Public

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

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  5. Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College

    Orangeburg, SC · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +14

  6. Technical College of the Lowcountry

    Beaufort, SC · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +11

  7. Trident Technical College

    Charleston, SC · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +24

What physical therapist assistants earn in South Carolina

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

Physical therapist assistant salary in South CarolinaHow to become a physical therapist assistant

Median pay
$70,500
$33.90 an hour
Typical range
$47,510–$88,070
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in SC
1,870
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 South Carolina?

We list 6 schools in South Carolina with physical therapist assistant programs: 6 public colleges. Campuses are in Beaufort, Charleston, Greenville, Conway, and West Columbia.

Are there community college physical therapist assistant programs in South Carolina?

Yes. 6 public colleges in South Carolina 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 South Carolina?

Among the 6 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,406 to $14,724. 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 South Carolina?

The median pay for physical therapist assistants in South Carolina is $70,500 a year, and most earn between $47,510 and $88,070, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a physical therapist assistant school in South Carolina?

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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