Respiratory therapy schools in New Brunswick, NJ

4 schools within 30 miles of New Brunswick, NJ offer respiratory therapist programs, and the closest is UCNJ Union College of Union County, New Jersey in Cranford, 14 miles away. Respiratory therapists in New Jersey earn a median $100,810 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
4
Closest
14 mi
Public colleges
4
Median pay in NJ
$100,810

4 respiratory therapist schools within 30 mi of New Brunswick, NJ

School results

  1. UCNJ Union College of Union County, New Jersey

    Cranford, NJ · 14 mi · Public

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

  2. Brookdale Community College

    Lincroft, NJ · 20 mi · Public

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

  3. County College of Morris

    Randolph, NJ · 27 mi · Public

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

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  5. CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College

    New York, NY · 28 mi · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +1

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

What are the closest respiratory therapist schools to New Brunswick?

The closest are UCNJ Union College of Union County, New Jersey (Cranford, 14 mi), Brookdale Community College (Lincroft, 20 mi), and County College of Morris (Randolph, 27 mi). In total, 4 schools within 30 miles teach respiratory therapist.

How much do respiratory therapist programs near New Brunswick cost?

For the 4 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $4,976 to $11,231. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do respiratory therapists make near New Brunswick?

Across New Jersey, the median pay is $100,810 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 New Brunswick?

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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