Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between best Physical Therapy schools including distance learning opportunities, ROTC program, Study abroad, and more special chances of learning. This statistics is based on the latest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2024-2025.
| Rank | Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Southern California | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (8,500) | ✔ ($6,930) |
| 2 | University of Delaware | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (7,220) | ✔ ($5,752) |
| 3 | University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (8,813) | ✔ ($5,130) |
| 3 | Washington University in St Louis | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (7,032) | ✔ ($5,772) |
| 5 | Baylor University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (4,768) | ✔ ($6,247) |
| 5 | University of Iowa | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (6,497) | ✔ |
| 7 | Emory University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,813) | ✔ ($7,346) |
| 7 | MGH Institute of Health Professions | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 9 | Northwestern University | Under, Grad | NAVY | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,456) | ✔ ($7,692) |
| 9 | University of Miami | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (4,495) | ✔ ($7,450) |
| 9 | University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (9,925) | ✔ ($5,240) |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between best Physical Therapy schools including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Rank | Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Southern California | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 2 | University of Delaware | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 3 | University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 3 | Washington University in St Louis | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 5 | Baylor University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 5 | University of Iowa | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 7 | Emory University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 7 | MGH Institute of Health Professions | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 9 | Northwestern University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 9 | University of Miami | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 9 | University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of best Physical Therapy schools. Among 11 best Physical Therapy schools, 10 schools are NAA members, and 10 schools are NCAA members.
| Rank | Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Southern California | NAA, NCAA | Pacific-12 Conference | Pacific-12 Conference | Pacific-12 Conference | 15 athletic programs |
| 2 | University of Delaware | NAA, NCAA | Coastal Athletic Association | Coastal Athletic Association | Coastal Athletic Association | 13 athletic programs |
| 3 | University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus | NAA, NCAA | Atlantic Coast Conference | Atlantic Coast Conference | Atlantic Coast Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| 3 | Washington University in St Louis | NAA, NCAA | University Athletic Association | University Athletic Association | University Athletic Association | 11 athletic programs |
| 5 | Baylor University | NAA, NCAA | Big 12 Conference | Big 12 Conference | Big 12 Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| 5 | University of Iowa | NAA, NCAA | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | 14 athletic programs |
| 7 | Emory University | NAA, NCAA | - | University Athletic Association | University Athletic Association | 9 athletic programs |
| 7 | MGH Institute of Health Professions | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| 9 | Northwestern University | NAA, NCAA | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | 14 athletic programs |
| 9 | University of Miami | NAA, NCAA | Atlantic Coast Conference | Atlantic Coast Conference | Atlantic Coast Conference | 11 athletic programs |
| 9 | University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | NAA, NCAA | Atlantic Coast Conference | Atlantic Coast Conference | Atlantic Coast Conference | 16 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of best Physical Therapy schools including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Rank | Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Southern California | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 2 | University of Delaware | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 3 | University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 3 | Washington University in St Louis | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 5 | Baylor University | Baptist | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 5 | University of Iowa | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 7 | Emory University | United Methodist | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 7 | MGH Institute of Health Professions | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 9 | Northwestern University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 9 | University of Miami | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 9 | University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
The ranking data is provided by CollegeEvaluator.
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