Respiratory Therapy Schools in Des Plaines, IL (2026)

Updated August 26, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare respiratory therapy programs in Des Plaines, Illinois. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school; contact schools directly to confirm current details.

Respiratory Therapy Schools Near Des Plaines, IL

#1

St. Augustine College

Chicago, IL 12.9 miles away
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 33

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College

Chicago, IL 15.9 miles away BOC Score 43.9
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  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 1,448
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

College of DuPage

Glen Ellyn, IL 15.9 miles away BOC Score 47.7
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  • Programs offered: 98
  • Annual completions: 3,152

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Rush University

Chicago, IL 16.3 miles away BOC Score 90.7
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  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 126
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Moraine Valley Community College

Palos Hills, IL 23.8 miles away BOC Score 60.0
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  • Programs offered: 68
  • Annual completions: 3,520
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Rock Valley College

Rockford, IL 59.1 miles away BOC Score 49.5
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  • Programs offered: 52
  • Annual completions: 1,400

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#7

Kankakee Community College

Kankakee, IL 65 miles away BOC Score 53.4
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  • In-state tuition: $5,220
  • Out-of-state tuition: $25,830
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  • Graduation rate: 35%
  • Programs offered: 54
  • Annual completions: 875
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Milwaukee Area Technical College

Milwaukee, WI 69.7 miles away BOC Score 52.5
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  • In-state tuition: $5,184
  • Out-of-state tuition: $7,427
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  • Graduation rate: 25%
  • Programs offered: 128
  • Annual completions: 3,894
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Illinois Respiratory Therapy Salary Snapshot

Illinois
Illinois Median Pay $84,090 $40.43 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $82,280 $39.56 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 29-1126 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • CoARC accreditation status
  • Clinical rotation sites and hours
  • NBRC exam prep and pass rates
  • Associate vs bachelor’s entry options
  • State licensure steps after graduation

Next Steps

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Career Overview

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