Respiratory therapy schools in Wilmette, IL

3 schools within 30 miles of Wilmette, IL offer respiratory therapist programs, and the closest is City Colleges of Chicago - Malcolm X College in Chicago, 14 miles away. Respiratory therapists in Illinois earn a median $84,090 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
3
Closest
14 mi
Public colleges
3
Median pay in IL
$84,090

3 respiratory therapist schools within 30 mi of Wilmette, IL

School results

  1. City Colleges of Chicago - Malcolm X College

    Chicago, IL · 14 mi · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +11

  2. College of DuPage

    Glen Ellyn, IL · 24 mi · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

  3. Moraine Valley Community College

    Palos Hills, IL · 27 mi · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +15

What respiratory therapists earn in Illinois

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

Respiratory therapist salary in IllinoisHow to become a respiratory therapist

Median pay
$84,090
$40.43 an hour
Typical range
$64,480–$100,100
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in IL
4,880
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

What are the closest respiratory therapist schools to Wilmette?

The closest are City Colleges of Chicago - Malcolm X College (Chicago, 14 mi), College of DuPage (Glen Ellyn, 24 mi), and Moraine Valley Community College (Palos Hills, 27 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach respiratory therapist.

How much do respiratory therapist programs near Wilmette cost?

For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $2,829 to $7,401. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do respiratory therapists make near Wilmette?

Across Illinois, the median pay is $84,090 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

How do I choose a respiratory therapist school in Wilmette?

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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