Respiratory Therapy Schools in Pekin, IL (2026)

Updated August 26, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare respiratory therapy programs in Pekin, 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 Pekin, IL

#1

Illinois Central College

East Peoria, IL 11.2 miles away BOC Score 50.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 67
  • Annual completions: 2,210
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Lincoln Land Community College

Springfield, IL 58.5 miles away BOC Score 57.3
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  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 2,126
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Parkland College

Champaign, IL 76.5 miles away BOC Score 40.9
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  • Programs offered: 72
  • Annual completions: 811

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Eastern Iowa Community College District

Davenport, IA 82.6 miles away BOC Score 47.9
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  • Programs offered: 49
  • Annual completions: 1,489
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Southeastern Community College

West Burlington, IA 82.7 miles away BOC Score 50.1
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  • In-state tuition: $6,420
  • Out-of-state tuition: $6,570
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 43%
  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 1,015
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Kankakee Community College

Kankakee, IL 99.6 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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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 35%
  • Programs offered: 54
  • Annual completions: 875
  • 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

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Career Overview

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