MSc in Respiratory Therapy in Atlanta United States | Georgia State University

Georgia State University | Atlanta United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 24,246
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months

Respiratory therapists collaborate with doctors to treat patients suffering from various respiratory conditions such as asthma, emphysema, pneumonia, lung infections, cystic fibrosis, and breathing complications in premature infants. These professionals can be found working in diverse environments, ranging from hospitals and home healthcare providers to outpatient facilities, doctor's offices, and sleep disorder centers. Georgia State University's Master of Science program with a respiratory care specialization enables certified and seasoned practitioners to gain advanced expertise in respiratory therapy techniques. Additionally, the curriculum aims to equip students with the competencies and understanding needed for ongoing academic exploration in the field of respiratory care.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

o request a waiver of the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) requirement, applicants to the Traditional/Online Master's in Health Science with a concentration in Respiratory Therapy (MSRT) Program must submit a written request as to why they want the GRE waived and that request provides details of their RT education and RT work experience, applicants must attach their current resume and official academic transcripts to the waiver request. Please submit your waiver request by May 15th for fall admission, January 15th for summer admission and Sept 15th for spring admission to the Office of Academic Admission. Applicants who submit a GRE waiver request after this date risk not having adequate time to take the GRE if their request is denied. The following are requirements for a waiver of the GRE: English Proficiency
To designate Georgia State University as the recipient of your official English proficiency exam scores, please use the noted selections.
TOEFL: Select Institution Code 5251
IELTS: Select E-Delivery Account Name Georgia State University Graduate Admissions
Non-native speakers of English are required to demonstrate English proficiency. This requirement can be met in the following ways:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL including the special home edition)
International Language Testing System (IELTS)
Documentation that the baccalaureate or a prior graduate degree was obtained in an English-speaking country
Completion of a University System of Georgia approved ESL program (case-by-case basis)
IELTS 6.0
TOEFL 60
TOEFL PBT 160


Minimal GPA of 3.0
Minimum of 2 years of clinical respiratory therapy work experience.
Two letters of recommendation that can document your work in the respiratory therapy profession.
RRT credential

Tuition USD 24,246

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