{"id":721,"date":"2022-04-22T15:07:33","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T15:07:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/?page_id=721"},"modified":"2026-04-24T16:18:23","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T20:18:23","slug":"respiratory-therapy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/respiratory-therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"BS in Respiratory Therapy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-umflint-templates umflint-template-default\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light has-custom-content-position is-position-bottom-center\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;min-height:600px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"800\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-2922 size-large\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/28\/files\/2026\/04\/ResTh-1024x800.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" 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You can earn your bachelor\u2019s in respiratory therapy through an online degree completion program or a 1-2-1 route with local community colleges. Whichever path you take, you can achieve a world-renowned U-M degree at a low cost.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through UM-Flint\u2019s RT to BSRT degree program, you can expand your professional network, acquire advanced clinical skills, and seek new career opportunities to provide holistic, patient-centered care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3ec112cf76cf9886a11e4751d6f14569\">On This Page<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#program\">Program Highlights<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#curriculum\">BSRT Curriculum&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#career\">Career Outlook<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#admission\">Admission Process and Cost<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\" style=\"min-height:20px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-white-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-3 mb-4 has-primary-color has-text-color\" id=\"program\">Why Earn Your BS in Respiratory Therapy at UM-Flint?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-4a08a1f1c2fa639dc2ff11800d821687\"><strong>12-Month Online BSRT Degree Completion&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>UM-Flint created the online bachelor\u2019s in respiratory therapy degree completion program for students who have already earned their associate degree and Registered Respiratory Therapist credential.It offers a convenient option for you and other working professionals who want to earn a bachelor\u2019s to grow your careers. You can attend full- or part-time online classes and complete the program in as little as 12 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-f36e624f83aff86f6ec0cc0da97cc1f9\"><strong>Affordable 1-2-1 Pathway&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">If you are a high school student or recent graduate, you can pursue our innovative 1-2-1 path to earn your BSRT degree and become a respiratory therapist. Our program partnership with local community colleges saves you thousands in tuition.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Year one:<\/strong> You fulfill your RT program prerequisites at UM-Flint<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Years two and three: <\/strong>&nbsp;You complete a respiratory therapy associate of science degree at the community college of your choice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Year four: <\/strong>You earn your bachelor\u2019s degree in respiratory therapy at UM-Flint, taking online courses while working in the health care field.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-9adf56bc9a5f55693a7a3739a0f3a8cf\"><strong>Level Up Your Credentials by Earning Additional Certifications<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">Our respiratory therapy program helps you earn your bachelor\u2019s degree and empowers you to specialize your knowledge further and pursue additional certifications. During your time in the program, you can prepare to sit for a variety of credentials, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbrc.org\/examinations\/nps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Neonatal Pediatric Specialty<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nbrc.org\/examinations\/accs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Adult Critical Care Specialty<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbrc.org\/examinations\/rpft\/#:~:text=The%20Pulmonary%20Function%20Technology%20(PFT,to%20excellence%20in%20respiratory%20care.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist Specialty<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbrc.org\/examinations\/sds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sleep Disorders Specialty<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>All are awarded by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbrc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">National Board for Respiratory Care<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-5da949427cf01ac3f38c9cb4d598e781\"><strong>Advance Your Clinical Knowledge by Pursuing Graduate-Level Education<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">If you are entering the bachelor\u2019s in respiratory therapy program with the intention of pursuing graduate education after graduation, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/faculty-staff\/public-health-health-sciences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Department of Public Health and Health Sciences<\/a> offers two unique pathways toward advanced graduate programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you are a respiratory therapy graduate, you are guaranteed an interview for UM-Flint\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/physician-assistant-ms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Master of Science in Physician Assistant program<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you want to earn your Master of Public Health degree, you can enroll in our joint <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/joint-bs-mph\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy\/Master of Public Health program<\/a>. Through this program, you can complete your bachelor\u2019s and master\u2019s degrees with up to 10 fewer credits than if you pursued them separately, saving you time and money.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2 h-auto mt-5 mb-5\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"curriculum\">Respiratory Therapy Curriculum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>UM-Flint\u2019s respiratory therapy program curriculum builds upon your previous academic and professional experience and advances your clinical skills to the next level.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">To earn your BS in Respiratory Therapy from UM-Flint, you must complete a minimum of 124 credits of <a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.umflint.edu\/content.php?catoid=38&amp;navoid=5142\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">undergraduate general education requirements<\/a> and the respiratory therapy program requirements, which include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Foundations (3-6 credits)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Health Care Foundations (9 credits)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respiratory Therapy Core (21 credits)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Before diving into your core respiratory therapy-focused classes, you enroll in foundational courses, such as a college rhetoric class, a math course, and introductory health care classes. Along with your general education courses, these fundamental educational experiences develop strong communication and critical thinking skills and support your more advanced clinical coursework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your respiratory therapy classes form the bulk of your program curriculum. In addition to learning the theoretical principles, you gain expertise in assessing, managing, treating, educating, and caring for patients with a wide range of cardiopulmonary disorders. From conducting medical research to utilizing leading-edge medical technology, you become a skilled practitioner with specialized expertise in critical care, disease management, and diagnostics, empowering you to provide the best care possible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through the high-quality respiratory therapy training you receive, you graduate with your bachelor\u2019s degree, ready to secure employment as an advanced clinician, administrator, or educator in the health care field.<br><br>Review the detailed <a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.umflint.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=38&amp;poid=16242&amp;returnto=5138\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy curriculum<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background mt-5 mb-5\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color\">Academic Advising<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As a UM-Flint undergrad, you receive insightful guidance from our trusted advisors, who are ready to answer your questions and help promote your academic success. Kristy Gerke is the dedicated academic advisor for the respiratory therapy program. For assistance, please contact her at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:gkristy@umich.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">gkristy@umich.edu<\/a>\u00a0or 810-762-3032. You can also\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/calendar.google.com\/calendar\/u\/0\/appointments\/AcZssZ0roxTgoL4epSU5T8u-2iIkzTTLBLJtjQJyaTg=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">make an appointment with her online<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-9\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color\" id=\"career\">Careers in Respiratory Therapy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Respiratory Therapists are an integral part of the health care industry and provide quality, life-sustaining care to all varieties of patients. Typically, they work under the direction of a physician in hospitals, nursing homes, and home health agencies with the primary goal of restoring patients\u2019 cardiopulmonary health.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>RTs assess, manage, treat, and educate patients with a wide range of cardiopulmonary disorders, such as cystic fibrosis, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and congestive heart failure, working hard to promote health and well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the American population ages and the prevalence of respiratory conditions increases, the demand for well-trained respiratory therapists grows. Through 2032, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics anticipates <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/healthcare\/respiratory-therapists.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">respiratory therapists\u2019 employment<\/a> to increase by 13%, meaning there will be about 8,600 openings for RTs each year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, respiratory therapists earn a median salary of $77,960 annually. However, their salary range can fluctuate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/oes\/current\/oes291126.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">based on where they work, their years of experience, and numerous other factors<\/a>, including their level of education. PayScale reports that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.payscale.com\/research\/US\/Degree=Associate%27s_Degree%2C_Respiratory_Therapy\/Hourly_Rate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">average hourly wage for RTs with associate degrees is $22<\/a>. Meanwhile, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.payscale.com\/research\/US\/Degree=Bachelor_of_Science_(BS_%2F_BSc)%2C_Respiratory_Therapy\/Hourly_Rate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bachelor\u2019s degree holders typically earn $30 per hour<\/a>, demonstrating how pursuing more advanced education bolsters professional skills and increases pay potential.&nbsp;<br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/be-an-rt.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about working as a respiratory therapist<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-3\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default mt-3\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2083\" height=\"2083\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/28\/files\/2024\/10\/respiratory-therapists-stats-24.png\" alt=\"$77,960 median annual wage for respiratory therapists\" class=\"wp-image-2266\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/28\/files\/2024\/10\/respiratory-therapists-stats-24.png 2083w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/28\/files\/2024\/10\/respiratory-therapists-stats-24-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/28\/files\/2024\/10\/respiratory-therapists-stats-24-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/28\/files\/2024\/10\/respiratory-therapists-stats-24-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/28\/files\/2024\/10\/respiratory-therapists-stats-24-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/28\/files\/2024\/10\/respiratory-therapists-stats-24-1536x1536.png 1536w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/28\/files\/2024\/10\/respiratory-therapists-stats-24-2048x2048.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2083px) 100vw, 2083px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\" style=\"min-height:20px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-white-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-7\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-3 has-primary-color has-text-color\">Accreditation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">UM-Flint\u2019s Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy Degree Advancement Program, #500006, in Flint, Michigan, holds Provisional Accreditation from the <a href=\"https:\/\/coarc.com\/\">Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care<\/a>. This status signifies that a program with an Approval of Intent has demonstrated sufficient compliance with the Standards (through submission of an acceptable Provisional Accreditation Self Study Report and any other documentation required by the CoARC, as well as satisfactory completion of an initial on-site visit), to be allowed to admit students. It is recognized as an accredited program by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbrc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">National Board for Respiratory Care<\/a>, which provides enrolled students who complete the program with eligibility for the Respiratory Care Credentialing Examination(s).<br><br>The program will remain on Provisional Accreditation until it achieves Continuing Accreditation. CoARC accredits respiratory therapy education programs in the United States. To achieve this end, it utilizes an \u201coutcomes-based\u201d process. Programmatic outcomes are performance indicators that reflect the extent to which the educational goals of the program are achieved and by which program effectiveness is documented.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/coarc.com\/students\/programmatic-outcomes-data\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CoARC Program Outcomes Data<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/18JmgubqbKSHhNbpTVWFPaw-cAmGWHRqY\/edit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BSRT Program Student Handbook<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/faculty-staff\/public-health-health-sciences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BSRT Faculty<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care<br>264 Precision Blvd.<br>Telford, TN 37690<br>(817) 283-2835<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/respiratory-therapy-accreditation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about the Respiratory Therapy program\u2019s accreditation<\/a><\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-5\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light h-auto mt-2\" style=\"min-height:50px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#c9cacd\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized inline-image-paragraph mt-2\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2022\/02\/Quotes-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1803\" style=\"width:61px;height:61px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As a wife, mom to two boys and full-time respiratory therapist with an associate degree, I knew I needed to earn a bachelor\u2019s to continue to have opportunities. I finished the program while nine months pregnant with my third son. I chose the program for the flexibility it had thanks to online classes. My instructors were very accommodating and reached out to make sure I was understanding material. I have never had instructors work so diligently to make sure I was on track to graduate. After graduating, I was able to accept a new position. I am so grateful for this opportunity for growth and owe all of my success to the UM-Flint respiratory therapy faculty and staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-white-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-white-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Merissa Tidey<\/strong><br>Respiratory Therapy, 2021<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"555\" height=\"370\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/28\/files\/2022\/08\/MelissaTidey.jpg\" alt=\"Melissa Tidey\" class=\"wp-image-962\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/28\/files\/2022\/08\/MelissaTidey.jpg 555w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/28\/files\/2022\/08\/MelissaTidey-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 555px) 100vw, 555px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-498c9f5d8998a5e045f3a0acc6891dc7\" id=\"admission\">Admission Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>UM-Flint\u2019s BS in Respiratory Therapy degree program offers rolling admissions so you can apply anytime throughout the year.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">If you plan to apply to the <strong>online BSRT degree completion program<\/strong>, you must meet the following requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hold an associate degree in respiratory therapy from an institution accredited by the <a href=\"https:\/\/coarc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CoARC<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Earn your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbrc.org\/examinations\/rrt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Registered Respiratory Therapist credential<\/a>, awarded by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbrc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">National Board for Respiratory Care<\/a>, or a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbrc.org\/examinations\/crt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Certified Respiratory Therapist credential<\/a> and eligible for RRT. If you\u2019re admitted with a CRT, you must matriculate to RRT before you take practicum and capstone courses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can transfer credits to UM-Flint from your associate degree in respiratory therapy. Additionally, you can transfer general education credits from a regionally accredited institution. For more insight, we recommend you use our <a href=\"https:\/\/transfer.umflint.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">credit transfer evaluator<\/a>.<br><br>However, if you are a high school student planning to <strong>pursue the 1-2-1 BS in Respiratory Therapy degree pathway<\/strong>, contact academic advisor Kristy Gerke. For assistance, please contact her at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:gkristy@umich.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">gkristy@umich.edu<\/a>\u00a0or <a href=\"tel:8107623032\">810-762-3032<\/a>. You can also\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/calendar.google.com\/calendar\/u\/0\/appointments\/AcZssZ0roxTgoL4epSU5T8u-2iIkzTTLBLJtjQJyaTg=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">make an appointment with her online<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\" style=\"min-height:50px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-white-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-3 mb-4\">Estimated Tuition and Cost<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At UM-Flint, we believe education is the gateway to a brighter future. To help you and other undergraduate students reach your full potential, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/finaid\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Office of Financial Aid<\/a> keeps our degree program affordable and accessible through competitive tuition rates and comprehensive financial aid guidance. From our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/finaid\/go-blue-guarantee\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Go Blue Guarantee<\/a> to work-study programs, we connect you with financial assistance so you can manage the cost of your education and focus on your studies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-1ba4ce669dc64c0326f3f81dea55d88f\"><strong>Scholarships for Respiratory Therapy Students&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Along with qualifying for financial assistance through UM-Flint\u2019s Office of Financial Aid, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/finaid\/types-of-aid\/scholarships\/#collegeofhealthsciences\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">College of Health Sciences offers generous scholarship opportunities<\/a> to help lower the cost of your U-M degree. With more than 30 scholarships available to CHS students in various programs, we are proud to provide additional funding opportunities made possible through charitable donations to the College of Health Sciences.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color\">Promote Community Well-Being \u2014 Obtain Your Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Respiratory Therapy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to make a difference in the health care field and the lives of patients? Pursue your Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy at the University of Michigan-Flint and strengthen your clinical skills. With two unique degree pathways that suit a broad range of schedules, you can customize your education and student experience to maximize your time at UM-Flint.<br>\u00a0<br>Looking forward to a future as a respiratory therapist? Take the next step and submit your UM-Flint application today! If you have more questions, connect with the BSRT program\u2019s academic advisor, Kristy Gerke, at <a href=\"mailto:gkristy@umich.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">gkristy@umich.edu<\/a>\u00a0or <a href=\"tel:8107623032\">810-762-3032<\/a>. 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With two unique degree paths, complete your degree online in one year or take our 1-2-1 pathway. 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