Respiratory Therapy Schools in Shelbyville, KY (2026)

Updated August 26, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare respiratory therapy programs in Shelbyville, 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 Shelbyville, KY

#1

Bellarmine University

Louisville, KY 25.8 miles away BOC Score 63.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 141
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Jefferson Community and Technical College

Louisville, KY 28.5 miles away BOC Score 49.7
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,808
  • Out-of-state tuition: $6,512
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 33%
  • Programs offered: 57
  • Annual completions: 4,516
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Bluegrass Community and Technical College

Lexington, KY 41.5 miles away BOC Score 51.0
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  • Programs offered: 62
  • Annual completions: 6,837
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Elizabethtown Community and Technical College

Elizabethtown, KY 50 miles away BOC Score 55.0
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,728
  • Out-of-state tuition: $6,432
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 54%
  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 4,861
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Northern Kentucky University

Highland Heights, KY 70.6 miles away BOC Score 56.9
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  • Programs offered: 24
  • Annual completions: 489
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus

Cincinnati, OH 74.4 miles away BOC Score 64.2
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  • Programs offered: 52
  • Annual completions: 4,136
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Cincinnati State Technical and Community College

Cincinnati, OH 75.3 miles away BOC Score 50.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 72
  • Annual completions: 1,354
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

University of Cincinnati-Clermont College

Batavia, OH 82.3 miles away BOC Score 58.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 837
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Maysville Community and Technical College

Maysville, KY 82.4 miles away BOC Score 52.5
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  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 3,513
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Somerset Community College

Somerset, KY 85.9 miles away BOC Score 47.1
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  • Programs offered: 58
  • Annual completions: 4,729
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

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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