Respiratory Therapy Schools in Philadelphia, PA (2026)

Updated August 26, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare respiratory therapy programs in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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 Philadelphia, PA

#1

Community College of Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA 3.6 miles away BOC Score 36.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 48
  • Annual completions: 549
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA 3.8 miles away BOC Score 75.5
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  • Programs offered: 26
  • Annual completions: 293
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Rowan College at Burlington County

Mount Laurel, NJ 12.9 miles away BOC Score 65.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 575
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Delaware County Community College

Media, PA 14 miles away BOC Score 50.1
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $6,930
  • Out-of-state tuition: $15,540
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 22%
  • Programs offered: 48
  • Annual completions: 699
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Gwynedd Mercy University

Gwynedd Valley, PA 14.3 miles away BOC Score 65.0
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  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 106
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus

Sewell, NJ 15.7 miles away BOC Score 49.6
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $5,160
  • Out-of-state tuition: $6,000
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 36%
  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 265
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Atlantic Cape Community College

Mays Landing, NJ 44 miles away BOC Score 36.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 214
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Raritan Valley Community College

Branchburg, NJ 47.8 miles away BOC Score 69.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 51
  • Annual completions: 266
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Reading Area Community College

Reading, PA 47.9 miles away BOC Score 42.2
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  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 207
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

New Brunswick, NJ 49.7 miles away BOC Score 79.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 987
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Pennsylvania Respiratory Therapy Salary Snapshot

Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Median Pay $78,490 $37.74 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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