Respiratory therapy schools in Minnesota

Looking for respiratory therapist schools in Minnesota? There are 5, including 3 public colleges and 2 private nonprofit schools. Respiratory therapists in Minnesota earn a median $98,710 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
5
Public colleges
3
Median pay in MN
$98,710

5 respiratory therapist schools

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  1. Lake Superior College

    Duluth, MN · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • Carpentry
    • +20

  2. Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science

    Rochester, MN · Private

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Phlebotomy
    • Pharmacy technician
    • +3

  3. Northland Community & Technical College

    Thief River Falls, MN · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +20

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  5. Saint Paul College - A Community & Technical College

    Saint Paul, MN · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +22

  6. St Catherine University

    Saint Paul, MN · Private

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • Physical therapist assistant
    • +1

What respiratory therapists earn in Minnesota

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

Respiratory therapist salary in MinnesotaHow to become a respiratory therapist

Median pay
$98,710
$47.46 an hour
Typical range
$79,060–$110,050
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in MN
1,250
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 Minnesota?

We list 5 schools in Minnesota with respiratory therapist programs: 3 public colleges and 2 private nonprofit schools. Campuses are in Saint Paul, Duluth, Rochester, and Thief River Falls.

Are there community college respiratory therapist programs in Minnesota?

Yes. 3 public colleges in Minnesota 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 Minnesota?

Among the 4 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $11,495 to $19,764. 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 Minnesota?

The median pay for respiratory therapists in Minnesota is $98,710 a year, and most earn between $79,060 and $110,050, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a respiratory therapist school in Minnesota?

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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