Respiratory therapy schools in Oregon

Looking for respiratory therapist schools in Oregon? There are 3, including 2 public colleges and 1 private career school. Respiratory therapists in Oregon earn a median $100,560 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
3
Public colleges
2
Median pay in OR
$100,560

3 respiratory therapist schools

School results

  1. Concorde Career College - Portland

    Portland, OR · Private

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant
    • +2

  2. Mt Hood Community College

    Gresham, OR · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +8

  3. Oregon Institute of Technology

    Klamath Falls, OR · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Dental hygienist
    • +2

What respiratory therapists earn in Oregon

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

Respiratory therapist salary in OregonHow to become a respiratory therapist

Median pay
$100,560
$48.34 an hour
Typical range
$81,490–$120,060
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in OR
1,340
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 Oregon?

We list 3 schools in Oregon with respiratory therapist programs: 2 public colleges and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Portland, Gresham, and Klamath Falls.

Are there community college respiratory therapist programs in Oregon?

Yes. 2 public colleges in Oregon 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 Oregon?

Among the 2 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $7,821 to $15,706. 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 Oregon?

The median pay for respiratory therapists in Oregon is $100,560 a year, and most earn between $81,490 and $120,060, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a respiratory therapist school in Oregon?

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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