Respiratory Therapy Program Costs
All costs listed are estimates and subject to change. Tuition is set by the State Board of Community Colleges and the North Carolina General Assembly and subject to change without notice.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition* | $5,472 In-State; $19,296 Out-of-State |
| Textbooks | $1036.49 |
| Lab Kit | $66.99 RCP 110 |
| Lab Fees | $3.75 per lab hour; total $120 |
| Student Activity Fee | $26 per semester; $20 in summer |
| Technology Fee | $32 per semester |
| Access Fee | $15 per semester; $10 in summer |
| Accident Insurance | $1 per semester |
| Malpractice Insurance | $16 RCP 110 & RCP 210 |
| TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) | $87 |
| BLS Certification | $80 class; $21.35 book; $13.30 facemask |
| Medical Exam & Immunizations** | Varies |
| Criminal Background Check & Drug Screen | $125.75 |
| Clinical Onboarding Subscription | $34.99 per year |
| Clinical Uniforms & Supplies | $335 |
| NBRC Self-Assessment Exam | $110 |
| Graduation Fee | $40 |
| NBRC RRT Credentialing Exam | $390 |
| NBRC RRT Credentialing Exam | $390 |
| NCRCB RCP License Fee | $213 |
*Tuition calculated using the tuition rate for 72 credit hours and following an ideal semester-by-semester plan for completing the general education and respiratory therapy course requirements.
**Costs for the medical exam and immunizations will vary based on the specific needs of each student, selected medical provider, and health insurance coverage.