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Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Akron campus — Akron, Ohio, United States

Study Level: Undergraduate · 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration: To be confirmed
Study Mode: To be confirmed
Next Intake: January 2027
Tuition Fee: USD 21,939
Application Fee: None listed
Scholarships Available: None listed
Post-Study Work Information: Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status: Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Respiratory therapists evaluate and treat patients across the lifespan, ranging from premature infants with underdeveloped lungs to elderly individuals with chronic or acute lung disease. The comprehensive curriculum includes courses specifically designed for respiratory therapy professionals, covering cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology, respiratory diseases, diagnostic procedures, treatment methods and rationales, the function and mechanics of respiratory equipment, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Within the field of respiratory therapy, two levels of professional credentials are recognized. The Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential requires successful completion of the CRT examination. After graduation from an accredited respiratory therapy program and successful completion of the CRT examination, candidates may attempt the Registry Examination to become a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Licensure is required by the state of Ohio to practice respiratory care. The faculty are innovative and interactive and bring extensive real-world experience to both classroom instruction and laboratory training. Hands-on, real-world experience is emphasized throughout the program. In departmental laboratories, students are trained to administer medical gases and aerosols and develop skills in gas analysis, airway management, humidification, postural drainage, pulmonary function testing, mechanical ventilation, and the use of respiratory care equipment. Clinical experience also includes time spent in hospital settings working directly with patients. Students may engage with peers and professionals through respiratory therapy student organizations, including the Organization of Respiratory Therapy (O2RT), the American Association for Respiratory Care, and the Ohio Society for Respiratory Care. A degree in respiratory therapy prepares graduates for careers in a variety of health care settings, including hospitals with responsibilities in respiratory care, anesthesiology, and pulmonary medicine, as well as clinics, physicians’ offices, nursing homes, and companies that provide home-use respiratory equipment.

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Credential: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee: USD 21,939
Application fee: None listed
Deposit required: Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees: Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes: January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline: 23 October 2026
Application status: Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability: Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Akron campus

Akron, Ohio, United States

302 E Buchtel Avenue

Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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About the Institution

The University of Akron (UA), founded in 1870 as Buchtel College, is a public research university in Akron, Ohio. Serving over 15,000 students from across the U.S. and 70+ countries, UA is recognized for its strong academic programs and innovation. The University attracts students from a variety of backgrounds and geographical locations, with fall semester representation totaling 14,813 students from Ohio, around the U.S., and 70 foreign countries. UA offers a wide variety of in-demand undergraduate and graduate programs, including many that are recognized nationally for their excellence. Loca...

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