Clarkson College (Exp)

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 Clarkson College (Exp). Page updated: July 1st, 2025

Clarkson College (Exp) PTA Program Overview

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program at Clarkson College in Omaha, Nebraska, stands out as one of the most established and respected programs in the region. Founded in 1994, it offers both an Associate of Science degree and a pioneering Bachelor’s completion pathway—making Clarkson only the second institution nationwide to offer a PTA bachelor’s degree. The associate program typically requires around two years to complete, encompassing approximately 74 credit hours that include core science courses, hands-on labs with a low 1:12 student-to-faculty ratio, and extensive clinical education at over 250 sites across more than 25 states.
Students can choose between traditional on-campus learning or a hybrid model combining online coursework with immersive skills weekends each semester—a flexible option for those balancing other commitments. Tuition is competitive; financial aid and scholarships are available through dedicated Student Financial Services support.

Clarkson College emphasizes real-world training under expert faculty who are practicing clinicians. Its graduates have received national recognition from the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), earning prestigious awards like the Mary McMillan Scholarship and Minority Scholarship Awards.

Located adjacent to Nebraska Medicine in midtown Omaha, students benefit from close connections to leading healthcare facilities and an active health sciences community. Career outlooks for PTAs remain strong nationally; Clarkson’s focus on academic excellence ensures graduates are well-prepared for licensure exams and rewarding careers helping patients regain mobility and independence

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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

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