Respiratory therapy schools in Wisconsin

We found 7 schools offering respiratory therapist training in Wisconsin, with campuses in Eau Claire, La Crosse, Madison, and Wisconsin Rapids and more. Respiratory therapists in Wisconsin earn a median $84,210 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
7
Public colleges
7
Median pay in WI
$84,210

7 respiratory therapist schools

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  1. Chippewa Valley Technical College

    Eau Claire, WI · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +29

  2. Madison Area Technical College

    Madison, WI · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +26

  3. Mid-State Technical College

    Wisconsin Rapids, WI · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

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  5. Milwaukee Area Technical College

    Milwaukee, WI · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +36

  6. Moraine Park Technical College

    Fond du Lac, WI · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +22

  7. Northeast Wisconsin Technical College

    Green Bay, WI · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +26

  8. Western Technical College - Wisconsin

    La Crosse, WI · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

What respiratory therapists earn in Wisconsin

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

Respiratory therapist salary in WisconsinHow to become a respiratory therapist

Median pay
$84,210
$40.48 an hour
Typical range
$70,520–$100,320
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in WI
1,940
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 Wisconsin?

We list 7 schools in Wisconsin with respiratory therapist programs: 7 public colleges. Campuses are in Eau Claire, La Crosse, Madison, Wisconsin Rapids, and Milwaukee.

Are there community college respiratory therapist programs in Wisconsin?

Yes. 7 public colleges in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?

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 $9,112 to $14,238. 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 Wisconsin?

The median pay for respiratory therapists in Wisconsin is $84,210 a year, and most earn between $70,520 and $100,320, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a respiratory therapist school in Wisconsin?

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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