Respiratory therapy schools in Arkansas

Looking for respiratory therapist schools in Arkansas? There are 6, including 6 public colleges. Respiratory therapists in Arkansas earn a median $73,870 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
6
Public colleges
6
Median pay in AR
$73,870

6 respiratory therapist schools

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  1. Arkansas State University Mid-South

    West Memphis, AR · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +12

  2. Black River Technical College

    Pocahontas, AR · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +12

  3. National Park College

    Hot Springs, AR · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +10

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  5. NorthWest Arkansas Community College

    Bentonville, AR · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Dental assistant
    • +10

  6. Southeast Arkansas College

    Pine Bluff, AR · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +10

  7. University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College

    North Little Rock, AR · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +20

What respiratory therapists earn in Arkansas

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Respiratory therapist salary in ArkansasHow to become a respiratory therapist

Median pay
$73,870
$35.51 an hour
Typical range
$59,550–$93,480
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in AR
1,400
Job growth, 2025–35
+8.5%
8,600 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many respiratory therapist schools are in Arkansas?

We list 6 schools in Arkansas with respiratory therapist programs: 6 public colleges. Campuses are in Pocahontas, West Memphis, Hot Springs, Bentonville, and Pine Bluff.

Are there community college respiratory therapist programs in Arkansas?

Yes. 6 public colleges in Arkansas offer respiratory therapist. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does respiratory therapist school cost in Arkansas?

Among the 6 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $5,095 to $19,038. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do respiratory therapists make in Arkansas?

The median pay for respiratory therapists in Arkansas is $73,870 a year, and most earn between $59,550 and $93,480, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a respiratory therapist school in Arkansas?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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