Respiratory therapy schools in Louisiana

Looking for respiratory therapist schools in Louisiana? There are 5, including 5 public colleges. Respiratory therapists in Louisiana earn a median $75,240 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
5
Public colleges
5
Median pay in LA
$75,240

5 respiratory therapist schools

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  1. Bossier Parish Community College

    Bossier City, LA · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +20

  2. Delgado Community College

    New Orleans, LA · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +29

  3. Fletcher Technical Community College

    Schriever, LA · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +13

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  5. Louisiana State University-Eunice

    Eunice, LA · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Medical billing & coding
    • Surgical technologist
    • +4

  6. Southern University at Shreveport

    Shreveport, LA · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Phlebotomy
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +8

What respiratory therapists earn in Louisiana

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

Respiratory therapist salary in LouisianaHow to become a respiratory therapist

Median pay
$75,240
$36.17 an hour
Typical range
$61,520–$91,200
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in LA
2,520
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 Louisiana?

We list 5 schools in Louisiana with respiratory therapist programs: 5 public colleges. Campuses are in New Orleans, Shreveport, Bossier City, Schriever, and Eunice.

Are there community college respiratory therapist programs in Louisiana?

Yes. 5 public colleges in Louisiana 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 Louisiana?

Among the 5 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $9,747 to $11,049. 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 Louisiana?

The median pay for respiratory therapists in Louisiana is $75,240 a year, and most earn between $61,520 and $91,200, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a respiratory therapist school in Louisiana?

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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