Respiratory therapy schools in New Jersey

We found 4 schools offering respiratory therapist training in New Jersey, with campuses in Paramus, Lincroft, Randolph, and Cranford. Respiratory therapists in New Jersey earn a median $100,810 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
4
Public colleges
4
Median pay in NJ
$100,810
Cities with schools
4

4 respiratory therapist schools

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  1. Bergen Community College

    Paramus, NJ · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Culinary arts
    • +8

  2. Brookdale Community College

    Lincroft, NJ · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Automotive technician
    • Culinary arts
    • +4

  3. County College of Morris

    Randolph, NJ · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Culinary arts
    • +4

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  5. UCNJ Union College of Union County, New Jersey

    Cranford, NJ · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Automotive technician
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +7

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What respiratory therapists earn in New Jersey

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

Respiratory therapist salary in New JerseyHow to become a respiratory therapist

Median pay
$100,810
$48.47 an hour
Typical range
$78,000–$123,370
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in NJ
3,350
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 New Jersey?

We list 4 schools in New Jersey with respiratory therapist programs: 4 public colleges. Campuses are in Paramus, Lincroft, Randolph, and Cranford.

Are there community college respiratory therapist programs in New Jersey?

Yes. 4 public colleges in New Jersey 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 New Jersey?

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 $8,257 to $11,231. 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 New Jersey?

The median pay for respiratory therapists in New Jersey is $100,810 a year, and most earn between $78,000 and $123,370, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a respiratory therapist school in New Jersey?

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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