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* | $5,396 In-State; $19,028 Out-of-State |
| Textbooks | $1036.49 |
| Lab Kit | $66.99 Fall I Semester |
| Lab Fees | $3.75 per lab hour; total $120 |
| OneVision Board Prep | $125 Fall I semester; $375 Spring I semester; total $500 |
| Professional AARC Membership Fee | $25 per year |
| Student Activity Fees | $51.25 per semester |
| Instructional Technology Fees | $48 per semester |
| College Access, Parking, and Security (CAPS) | $25 per semester |
| 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 | $42.39 per year |
| Trajecsys Clinical Report System | $150 |
| Clinical Uniforms & Supplies | $335 |
| NBRC Self-Assessment Exam | $100 |
| Graduation Fee | $40 |
| NCRCB RCP License Fee | $213 |
| Respiratory Therapy Examination | $360 |
*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.