Cheapest Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions Colleges in Texas

Texas rehabilitation programs span an extreme cost range, from UT Rio Grande Valley's $6,500 net price to Southern Methodist University's $41,778. Public universities dominate the affordable options, with seven of the eight cheapest programs offered by state institutions. Graduates typically earn between $26,353 and $34,704, finding opportunities in Texas's massive healthcare sector that employs over 1.3 million workers. The state's proximity to major medical centers like Houston's Texas Medical Center creates strong demand for rehabilitation professionals across physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology fields.

Programs

$6,500 – $41,778

Net Price Range

$30,187

Avg. Program Earnings

53.6%

Avg. Graduation Rate

11 Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, Texas	$6,500	$9,859	49.3%	87.7%
2	The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso, Texas	$10,726	$9,744	45.9%	99.9%
3	Texas Woman's University Denton, Texas	$10,948	$8,648	44.2%	93.6%
4	University of North Texas Denton, Texas	$14,352	$11,164	59.6%	79.1%
5	Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, Texas	$15,152	$10,600	51.7%	89.5%
6	Sam Houston State University Huntsville, Texas	$16,025	$9,228	55.1%	84.6%
7	Houston Christian University Houston, Texas	$19,710	$38,100	49.8%	84.5%
8	Tarleton State University Stephenville, Texas	$20,261	$7,878	51.2%	87.1%
9	University of the Incarnate Word San Antonio, Texas	$20,498	$35,660	51.8%	94.2%
10	East Texas Baptist University Marshall, Texas	$23,790	$30,050	48.0%	67.7%
11	Southern Methodist University Dallas, Texas	$41,778	$64,460	83.3%	52.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes UT Rio Grande Valley the most affordable option for rehabilitation studies?

UT Rio Grande Valley offers the lowest net price at $6,500 with an 87.7% acceptance rate. The university serves the Rio Grande Valley region where bilingual rehabilitation services are in high demand, making graduates particularly valuable in this underserved area.

How do graduation rates compare between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

Southern Methodist University, the most expensive at $41,778, has an 83.3% graduation rate compared to 49.3% at the cheapest option, UT Rio Grande Valley. However, several mid-range public universities like University of North Texas achieve solid 59.6% graduation rates at $14,352 net cost.

Does earning potential justify the cost differences between programs?

Earnings data shows minimal variation across programs, ranging from $26,353 to $34,704. Stephen F Austin graduates earn the highest at $34,704 despite a moderate $15,152 net cost, suggesting program quality matters more than price for career outcomes.

Where do most affordable rehabilitation programs cluster geographically in Texas?

The cheapest options concentrate in smaller cities like Edinburg, El Paso, and Denton rather than major metropolitan areas. This pattern reflects lower operating costs and serves rural communities where rehabilitation professionals are critically needed.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.