Stanbridge University (Exp)

Location: Alhambra, California
Program: Physical Therapist Assistant
Rating: 3.6

PTA Program Data

Below is complete information including curriculum, learning format, tuition and fees, student outcomes, accreditation, student reviews, and application deadlines for the Physical Therapist Assistant program at Stanbridge University (Exp). Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Program Length

2 years (5 semesters)

Program Type

Associate in Applied Science Degree

Delivery Method

On-Campus

Total Program Cost

$9,050

Graduation Rate

98%

Licensure Rate

99%

Employment Rate

91%

Application Dates

Apply Online

Accreditation

CAPTE

Student Rating

3.6

Stanbridge University (Exp) PTA Program Overview

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program at Stanbridge University offers an Associate of Science degree designed to prepare students for rewarding healthcare careers in just 20-21 months. The full-time curriculum consists of 122 quarter credit hours and is delivered through a blend of on-campus, online, and hybrid courses at the Irvine (Orange County) and Alhambra (Los Angeles) campuses—both easily accessible from major freeways and serving a wide range of Southern California communities.
Stanbridge’s PTA program is accredited by CAPTE, ensuring rigorous academic standards. Students learn hands-on therapeutic techniques in modern labs while completing clinical practicums at affiliated facilities. Courses cover foundational sciences, patient care skills, therapeutic interventions, ethics, and professional communication. Comprehensive NPTE exam preparation—including cumulative reviews and exit exams—is integrated throughout the program with no extra cost.

Tuition varies; financial aid options include federal grants/loans as well as Cal Grants for eligible California residents. For detailed costs or transfer credit policies, prospective students should consult the university catalog or speak with Admissions.

Graduates enjoy strong outcomes: recent cohorts boast graduation rates above 90% and near-perfect employment rates within one year post-graduation. The career outlook is bright—The State projects nearly 37% job growth for PTAs in California this decade—with local opportunities spanning hospitals, clinics, schools, rehab centers, home health agencies and more.

Stanbridge stands out for its holistic student support services—from dedicated Student Services Officers to extensive tutoring resources—and robust Career Services that help graduates transition seamlessly into their professions across Orange County and Los Angeles County’s vibrant healthcare landscape.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

Below is complete contact information for the PTA program director at Stanbridge University (Exp) as well as links to complete data on student outcomes and more information on the Physical Therapist Assistant program.

Director

Rebecca DeRuyter

Email

rderuyter@stanbridge.edu

Phone

(221) 500-0000

Address

2215 West Mission Road Alhambra, CA 91803

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