PTA programs in Wisconsin

Looking for physical therapist assistant schools in Wisconsin? There are 8, including 7 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Physical therapist assistants in Wisconsin earn a median $64,080 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
8
Public colleges
7
Median pay in WI
$64,080
Cities with schools
2

8 physical therapist assistant schools

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  1. Blackhawk Technical College

    Janesville, WI · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +22

  2. Bryant & Stratton College-Wauwatosa

    Wauwatosa, WI · Private

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +3

  3. Chippewa Valley Technical College

    Eau Claire, WI · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +29

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  5. Gateway Technical College

    Kenosha, WI · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +30

  6. Milwaukee Area Technical College

    Milwaukee, WI · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +36

  7. Northeast Wisconsin Technical College

    Green Bay, WI · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +26

  8. Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

    Fennimore, WI · Public

    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +19

  9. Western Technical College - Wisconsin

    La Crosse, WI · Public

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

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What physical therapist assistants earn in Wisconsin

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

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

Median pay
$64,080
$30.81 an hour
Typical range
$51,960–$77,440
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in WI
1,650
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 Wisconsin?

We list 8 schools in Wisconsin with physical therapist assistant programs: 7 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Campuses are in Janesville, Eau Claire, Fennimore, La Crosse, and Wauwatosa.

Are there community college physical therapist assistant programs in Wisconsin?

Yes. 7 public colleges in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?

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 $9,112 to $14,858. 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 Wisconsin?

The median pay for physical therapist assistants in Wisconsin is $64,080 a year, and most earn between $51,960 and $77,440, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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