Overview

The Master of Science in Respiratory Care program from Rush University has a uniquely designed curriculum that offers outstanding leadership and advanced practice preparation in multiple areas, including critical care, neonatal care and cardiopulmonary diagnostics.

Learning outcomes

You will obtain hands-on experience at top-tier academic medical centers in Chicago. The low student-to-faculty ratio ensures that you will receive individualized attention.

No previous health care experience is required. However, an advanced standing option is available for individuals who have earned the registered respiratory therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Email the CHS admissions office for more information.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology
Respiratory Care Pharmacology
Respiratory Care Equipment and Techniques
Patient Assessment
Pulmonary Disease
Mechanical Ventilation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00

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More details

Application deadline: Applications are accepted until the class is fullApplication cycle: September to August

Language

English

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Credits

92 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor’s degree earned from a regionally accredited college or university prior to matriculation
Cumulative and science grade point averages of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
These prerequisite courses completed prior to matriculation with a grade of “C” or better:
Chemistry (one course with lab preferred)
Human anatomy (one course)
Human physiology (one course)
Microbiology (one course with lab preferred)
Physics (one course with lab preferred)
Psychology (one course)
Statistics (one course)

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

35926 USD / year

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Out-of-State

35926 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

35926 USD / year

≈ 35926 USD / year

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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