Program Costs

ETSU DPT Program Costs - Tuition, Fee Estimates & Other Costs

Physical Therapy Program

Tuition & Fee Estimates

In State Tuition & Fees 

  • Average per semester: $10,063 (8 semesters total)
  • Average per year: $25,805
  • Total Tuition & Fees (3 years): $77,415

Out of State Tuition & Fees

  • Average per semester: $19,237 (8 semesters total)
  • Average per year: $51,300
  • Average Total Tuition & Fees (3 years): $153,901

Total Tuition & Fees Costs

In State:

  • Tuition & Fees: $77,415*
  • Other Costs: $5,425
  • Total: $82,840

Out of State:

  • Tuition & Fees: $153,901*
  • Other Costs: $5,425
  • Total: $159,326                                                                                                                                           updated 5/2026

*Includes health professions fee =$110 per credit hour - 8 semesters

ETSU New Student Tuition & Fees Estimator

 

Total Program Costs: To calculate the estimated TOTAL cost of the physical therapy program, add the costs outlined on the “Costs in addition to Tuition & Fees” to the Total Tuition Fees amounts noted above for either In State or Out of State, depending on your state residency status.

 

The costs associated with attending ETSU can include both direct and indirect costs. Please review ETSU's Cost of Attendance for more details. 

Additional Student Costs

Notes:

  1. A personal computer is required for use in class – cost varies.
  2. Students are required to carry personal health insurance; ETSU does not offer a student policy -- Costs will vary.
  3. Additional anticipated costs per year include:

Year 1 (approximately $475 maximum):

  • Professional Liability Insurance $41
  • Criminal Background Check $40
  • TB Skin test -- approximately $20 (depends on insurance coverage)
  • Drug Screen -- if required by clinical site; approximately $30 (depends on insurance coverage)
  • Flu shot -- approximately $40 (depends on insurance coverage)
  • American Physical Therapy Association Dues-- $80/year
  • Books and Other Learning Resources -- approximately $200 (depends on student selection of ebooks vs hard copy, etc)
  • Miscellaneous Clinical Site Fees -- approximately $20 (if required by clinical site)

Year 2 (approximately $2,475 maximum):

  • Professional Liability Insurance $41
  • Criminal Background Check $40 (if previous years' check not accepted by clinical site)
  • TB Skin test -- approximately $20 (depends on insurance coverage and date of previous test)
  • Drug Screen -- if required by clinical site; approximately $30 (depends on insurance coverage)
  • Flu shot -- approximately $40 (depends on insurance coverage and date of previous shot)
  • American Physical Therapy Association Dues-- $80/year
  • Books and Other Learning Resources -- approximately $200 (depends on student selection of ebooks vs hard copy, etc)
  • Miscellaneous Clinical Site Fees -- approximately $20 (if required by clinical site)
  • Travel and Living Expenses for Clinical Rotation -- up to $2,000 (based on clinical site assignment)

Year 3 (approximately $2,475 maximum):

  • Professional Liability Insurance $41
  • Criminal Background Check $40 (if previous years' check not accepted by clinical site)
  • TB Skin test -- approximately $20 (depends on insurance coverage and date of previous test)
  • Drug Screen -- if required by clinical site; approximately $30 (depends on insurance coverage)
  • Flu shot -- approximately $40 (depends on insurance coverage and date of previous shot)
  • American Physical Therapy Association Dues-- $80/year
  • Books and Other Learning Resources -- approximately $200 (depends on student selection of ebooks vs hard copy, etc)
  • Miscellaneous Clinical Site Fees -- approximately $20 (if required by clinical site)
  • Travel and Living Expenses for Clinical Rotation -- up to $2,000 (based on clinical site assignment)

Spring 12 weeks; Fall 14 weeks

Travel/Living Expenses:

Students are responsible for providing their own transportation to all clinical experiences as well as their own living expenses during those clinical experiences. At times, the Clinical Education Coordinator (CCCE) may be able to assist the student with housing arrangements. It is the responsibility of the student to secure housing. Information on possible stipends can be found on the Clinical Site Information Form (CSIF) on file in the clinical education office for any given clinical site.