Respiratory therapy schools in Southaven, MS

3 schools within 30 miles of Southaven, MS offer respiratory therapist programs, and the closest is Concorde Career College - Memphis in Memphis, 12 miles away. Respiratory therapists in Mississippi earn a median $63,270 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
3
Closest
12 mi
Public colleges
2
Median pay in MS
$63,270

3 respiratory therapist schools within 30 mi of Southaven, MS

School results

  1. Concorde Career College - Memphis

    Memphis, TN · 12 mi · Private

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy
    • +9

  2. Arkansas State University Mid-South

    West Memphis, AR · 19 mi · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +12

  3. Northwest Mississippi Community College

    Senatobia, MS · 22 mi · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +17

What respiratory therapists earn in Mississippi

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

Respiratory therapist salary in MississippiHow to become a respiratory therapist

Median pay
$63,270
$30.42 an hour
Typical range
$50,180–$80,460
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in MS
1,670
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 Southaven?

The closest are Concorde Career College - Memphis (Memphis, 12 mi), Arkansas State University Mid-South (West Memphis, 19 mi), and Northwest Mississippi Community College (Senatobia, 22 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach respiratory therapist.

How much do respiratory therapist programs near Southaven cost?

For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $5,427 to $24,563. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do respiratory therapists make near Southaven?

Across Mississippi, the median pay is $63,270 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 Southaven?

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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