Respiratory Therapy Schools in Hopkinsville, KY (2026)

Updated August 26, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare respiratory therapy programs in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. 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 Hopkinsville, KY

#1

Madisonville Community College

Madisonville, KY 36.3 miles away BOC Score 55.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 43
  • Annual completions: 2,086
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Murray State University

Murray, KY 49.2 miles away BOC Score 58.3
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  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 435
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College

Bowling Green, KY 56.3 miles away BOC Score 56.0
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  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 5,164
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Tennessee State University

Nashville, TN 58.8 miles away BOC Score 34.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 228
  • Online programs available

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#5

Volunteer State Community College

Gallatin, TN 63.6 miles away BOC Score 46.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 1,031
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

University of Southern Indiana

Evansville, IN 78.4 miles away BOC Score 60.4
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  • Programs offered: 31
  • Annual completions: 469
  • Online programs available

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#7

Columbia State Community College

Columbia, TN 86.7 miles away BOC Score 44.7
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  • In-state tuition: $5,296
  • Out-of-state tuition: $18,112
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  • Graduation rate: 30%
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 306

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Kentucky Respiratory Therapy Salary Snapshot

Kentucky
Kentucky Median Pay $72,750 $34.98 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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