Respiratory Care

The University of Kansas Respiratory Care program offers a degree-completion program for the respiratory therapist with RRT credential who wants to obtain a Bachelor of Science degree. This program is perfect for students unable to be physically present on campus or those with schedule constraints which make traditional college class schedules impossible. KU's respiratory care courses are Web-based in this program and never require students to leave their home or office and offer added flexibility: if you're traveling or not feeling well, the courses are always available, anytime from any computer on the Internet.

Students in this program usually enter as college seniors and all are considered Kansas residents for the purpose of tuition. Because the course load is flexible, costs for each student in the program vary. Estimated costs of attendance include the following:

• $ 234.20 per credit hour – undergraduate tuition rate (2010-2011)
• $50 per credit hour – e-learning undergraduate fee for online courses taken
• Off-campus students are not required to pay campus student fees,
  except for the student records maintenance fee.

Cost information is provided on this page only as a general guide to assist prospective students. Tuition and fees are established by the Kansas Board of Regents and the University of Kansas and may change at any time without notice.

Eligibility and Requirements for B.S. Degree-Completion Program

1. RRT Credential
   Applicants must possess professional certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist from the National Board for Respiratory Care.
   
   
2. RT Degree
   An associate degree (or equivalent) from a CoARC-approved advanced respiratory therapist program is required and course work must include all the prerequisite courses of the on-campus B.S. program.
   
   Note: To be transferable, prerequisite course work must be from an educational institution that is regionally accredited. This is not the same as national accreditation. Not sure about your course work? Please read about the differences in accreditation.
   
   
3. Grade Point Average
   An overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) for college course work is required to be eligible to apply. In addition, student transcripts must document an individual course grade of no less than "C" on each prerequisite course in math, chemistry, physics and biological sciences.
   
   
4. Technical Standards
   Please make sure you review the computer requirements since the course work requires a reliable computer. Home broadband Internet access is recommended.
   

How to Apply

Students are welcome to apply to the program at any time, but in order to allow for sufficient time to process your application, it is recommended that you apply by June 30 (for fall semester) or November 30 (for spring semester). However, please keep in mind that students will have the best opportunity for financial aid if they complete their FAFSA prior to the Feb. 14 priority deadline. In order to provide financial aid information, KU cannot process a students FAFSA unless they have applied to the school (including receipt of application fee). Thus, students have the most financial aid options if their application is submitted by early February.

Before you start the online application

It will be helpful if you have the following information ready before starting the online application:

1. Personal Statement – Write a brief (2-3 paragraphs) summary of reasons why, as an RRT, you wish to complete the Bachelor of Science degree in Respiratory Care.
   
   
2. Have available the names and contact information (including email addresses) of three (3) individuals who can provide a professional recommendation on your behalf. It is preferred that college instructors provide these recommendations, but past supervisors during employment or volunteer positions are also acceptable. The recommendations may not be obtained from family members, friends, etc   Make sure they are willing to submit the reference electronically.
   
   
3. Proof of Registrered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in electronic format.
   
   
4. Arrange to have one official copy of each transcript from every college and university that you have attended, both graduate and undergraduate, sent directly to:
   KUMC Office of the Registrar/Student Admissions
   MS 4029
   3901 Rainbow Blvd
   Kansas City, KS 66160

International Students: Only U.S. residents are elgibile for this program.

Online Application and Fee

Applicants must submit their initial application and pay the non-refundable application fee online by the posted deadline.

https://www.applyweb.com/apply/kumc/index.html
Using the link above, please submit your completed application and pay the $60 application fee. The application fee is paid when you click SUMBIT from the online application. Applicants can pay by Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express or by Electronic Check. U.S. banks only. Application fees are non-refundable. Electronic checks will be held for approximately six business days while the check clears.

Applications are not reviewed until all of the requested information is received.

KUMC is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and welcomes applications from all qualified persons regardless of sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, marital status, veteran status, ancestry or age. For additional information about the EEO/AA policies and procedures, see the EEO/AA section of the KUMC Faculty Handbook. or the KUMC Equal Opportunity Office website.

Direct requests for disability accommodation to Carol Wagner, EO/Disability Specialist: 913-588-1206 (Voice) or 913-588-7963 (TDD). Persons with speech or hearing impairments who wish to contact the university may access the Kansas State Relay at 800-766-3777.

KU Medical Center Equal Opportunity Statement

University of Kansas Equal Opportunity Office (main campus - Lawrence)

Accreditation Statement
The University of Kansas Respiratory Care program at KU Medical Center is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (www.coarc.com).
Commission on Accreditation
for Respiratory Care
1248 Harwood Road
Bedford, Texas 76021-4244
(817) 283-2835

Outcomes data from the 2011 Annual Report of Current Status has been posted on the CoARC website. Follow this link directly to the Programmatic Outcomes Data page: http://www.coarc.com/47.html