Respiratory therapy schools in Virginia
Looking for respiratory therapist schools in Virginia? There are 7, including 6 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Respiratory therapists in Virginia earn a median $82,910 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 7
- Public colleges
- 6
- Median pay in VA
- $82,910
What respiratory therapists earn in Virginia
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Respiratory therapist salary in VirginiaHow to become a respiratory therapist
- Median pay
- $82,910
- $39.86 an hour
- Typical range
- $65,540–$106,470
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in VA
- 3,340
- 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 Virginia?
We list 7 schools in Virginia with respiratory therapist programs: 6 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Campuses are in Lynchburg, Weyers Cave, Richmond, Big Stone Gap, and Annandale.
Are there community college respiratory therapist programs in Virginia?
Yes. 6 public colleges in Virginia 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 Virginia?
Among the 7 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $5,168 to $29,357. 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 Virginia?
The median pay for respiratory therapists in Virginia is $82,910 a year, and most earn between $65,540 and $106,470, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a respiratory therapist school in Virginia?
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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Respiratory therapy schools in other states
- California (34)
- Texas (29)
- Florida (22)
- North Carolina (14)
- Ohio (14)
- Illinois (11)
- Michigan (11)
- Kentucky (10)
- Pennsylvania (10)
- Georgia (9)
- Mississippi (9)
- New York (9)
- South Carolina (8)
- Iowa (7)
- Kansas (7)
- Missouri (7)