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Retake the Physical Therapist Exam in Illinois

Retake rules for the Physical Therapist exam in Illinois are not published in this dataset. Check your score notice and Illinois Physical Therapy Board (IDFPR) for the wait period, attempt limit and retake fee.

Figures below come from the same dataset as the full guide and list only what the state publishes. Anything not published is marked “varies — check the board” rather than guessed.

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Physical Therapist retake rules — Illinois at a glance

Retake ruleNot published
Retake feeNot published
First-attempt exam fee$485
Attempt limitSet by state — see score notice

Official source: Illinois Physical Therapy Board (IDFPR) ↗

Practical retake plan

Most candidates pass on retake

Second-attempt pass rates are commonly reported around 60–70% for major state exams. This is general study guidance, not an official statistic.

Study the weak areas for 2–4 weeks

A focused window of 2–4 weeks targeting only the sections you missed is usually enough — but re-book only when practice scores are consistently at or above the passing standard.

Budget for the retake fee

The retake is a separate charge from the first attempt. Confirm the amount before re-booking.

Read your score notice

Your score notice states the earliest retake date and any attempt limits. Follow that document — it overrides any general guidance.

Retake advice above is general study guidance, not official state policy. Official rules come from your score notice and the state board.

Frequently asked questions

How soon can I retake the Physical Therapist exam in Illinois?

The retake-wait rule for Illinois is not published here — check your score notice and Illinois Physical Therapy Board (IDFPR).

Does it cost money to retake the Physical Therapist exam in Illinois?

The retake fee for Illinois is not published here — confirm with the exam vendor before re-booking.

What percentage of people pass a Physical Therapist exam on the second attempt?

Most candidates pass on a retake. Second-attempt pass rates are commonly reported around 60–70% for major state exams, but many states do not publish them. This is general study guidance, not an official statistic for your state.

How long should I study before retaking the Physical Therapist exam?

A focused 2–4 week re-study window is usually enough when you target only the weak areas from your diagnostic. Re-book only after practice scores are consistently at or above the passing standard. This is general guidance, not an official rule.

Plan your Physical Therapist retake

See exactly when you can rebook in Illinois, then rebuild the study plan around the new date.

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This page is informational and not legal advice. Fees, pass rates and retake rules change frequently — verify all figures with Illinois Physical Therapy Board (IDFPR) and your exam vendor before paying (retrieved 2026-08-20).

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