Respiratory therapy schools in Ohio

Looking for respiratory therapist schools in Ohio? There are 14, including 14 public colleges. Respiratory therapists in Ohio earn a median $79,920 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
14
Public colleges
14
Median pay in OH
$79,920
Cities with schools
5

14 respiratory therapist schools

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  1. Cincinnati State Technical & Community College

    Cincinnati, OH · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +16

  2. Collins Career Technical Center

    Chesapeake, OH · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +8

  3. Columbus State Community College

    Columbus, OH · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +25

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  5. Cuyahoga Community College District

    Cleveland, OH · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Plumbing
    • Carpentry
    • +26

  6. Eastern Gateway Community College

    Steubenville, OH · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +12

  7. James A Rhodes State College

    Lima, OH · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +14

  8. Kent State University at Ashtabula

    Ashtabula, OH · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Medical assistant
    • IT support & networking
    • +2

  9. Lakeland Community College

    Kirtland, OH · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +18

  10. North Central State College

    Mansfield, OH · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • CNC machining
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +12

  11. Sinclair Community College

    Dayton, OH · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +28

  12. Stark State College

    North Canton, OH · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +23

  13. University of Cincinnati-Clermont College

    Batavia, OH · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +4

  14. University of Cincinnati-Main Campus

    Cincinnati, OH · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Medical lab technician
    • Fire science & firefighting
    • +1

  15. Washington State College of Ohio

    Marietta, OH · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +15

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What respiratory therapists earn in Ohio

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

Respiratory therapist salary in OhioHow to become a respiratory therapist

Median pay
$79,920
$38.42 an hour
Typical range
$65,580–$97,030
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in OH
6,640
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 Ohio?

We list 14 schools in Ohio with respiratory therapist programs: 14 public colleges. Campuses are in Cincinnati, Columbus, Kirtland, Mansfield, and North Canton.

Are there community college respiratory therapist programs in Ohio?

Yes. 14 public colleges in Ohio 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 Ohio?

Among the 13 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,266 to $25,648. 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 Ohio?

The median pay for respiratory therapists in Ohio is $79,920 a year, and most earn between $65,580 and $97,030, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a respiratory therapist school in Ohio?

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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