Physical Therapy Degree

The physical therapy program at University of North Texas Health Science Center prepares students for a career as a physical therapist, consultant, educator, administrator, and clinical scholar. The program focuses on alleviating physical and functional impairments and limitations caused by injury or disease through the design and implementation of therapeutic interventions to promote fitness and health. Program courses include: anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, neuroscience, pathological physiology, physical growth process, physical therapy modalities, rehabilitation psychology, physical therapy administration, and professional standards and ethics. Get more details below including other Texas colleges that offer physical therapy degrees.

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University of North Texas Health Science Center

Also known as UNT Health Science Center

2404 N. Grand Avenue, Tyler, TX

University of North Texas Health Science Center, a public graduate institution, is located in the city of Fort Worth. The enrollment at this school is close to 1,600 students yearly. Fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges, this school awards graduate level degrees as a medical and healthcare school.

The osteopathic medical school program at University of North Texas Health Science Center has a yearly tuition which is estimated to be about $12,000 and this does not cover the cost of books that may be required. Also, the osteopathic medical school program is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association, Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation since 1974.

The average cost for tuition for the graduate level programs are estimated to be around $3,000 yearly. For out of state residents the tuition rate will be different, estimated to be around $14,000 annually.

Students may choose from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Biomedical Science
• Osteopathic Medicine
• Public Health
• Physician Assistant

Students should visit the school's website to view additional details regarding enrollment and financial aid.

Students Enrolled in the Physical Therapy Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of North Texas Health Science Center offers a doctorate degree program in physical therapy.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Physical Therapists

Description

Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, physical therapists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 34.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Tyler, TX
  • Total Employment: 170
  • Average Hourly Rate: $47.35
  • Average Annual Salary: $98500

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).