South University – Austin

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 South University – Austin. Page updated: July 1st, 2025

South University – Austin PTA Program Overview

South University – Austin’s Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program provides a comprehensive education rooted in essential physical therapy concepts and hands-on clinical experience. The technical phase spans five academic quarters, delivered on campus during daytime hours, blending lectures, labs, and 660 hours of supervised clinical training. Students participate in three distinct clinical placements—ranging from hospitals to outpatient centers across the Austin area—which begin as early as the second quarter.
The curriculum emphasizes both theory and real-world application. A unique feature is the “Current Rehabilitation Issues” course taken between final clinical rotations; this allows students to integrate practical experiences with classroom learning while addressing any skill gaps identified by instructors or preceptors.

Admission is competitive: applicants must complete prerequisites (with at least a 2.75 GPA), pass background checks and drug screens, show proof of observation hours, and submit TEAS scores. Graduates are eligible for Texas PTA licensure exams but should note that passing rates fluctuate—recent data shows an ultimate pass rate of about 84% for licensing exams—and employment outcomes are strong at over 96%.

Located in vibrant Austin—a city known for its healthcare innovation—the program offers opportunities to learn amid one of Texas’s fastest-growing medical communities. South University’s PTA program holds CAPE accreditation, ensuring quality standards are met for professional practice readiness upon graduation. Tuition details can be found via the school’s Financial Fact Sheet online or through direct inquiry with admissions staff.

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PTA Program Contact and Outcomes

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