Why earn a Master of Science in respiratory care from UAMS?
The UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program is designed to provide enhanced knowledge, skills and experiences needed for practice as a registered respiratory therapist. The program combines core respiratory care classes with graduate-level and specialty courses to set the new practitioner on a career path as a clinical specialist, manager, researcher or educator.
How long is the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program?
The program is 20 months in length (30 credit hours over five semesters) beginning each fall.
Is the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program accredited?
The program holds provisional accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care.
What is the average class size?
Class size varies since the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program students often join the UAMS Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care Program students for academic instruction. The program is accredited for a maximum of 20 students in each cohort.
What are the admissions requirements?
The UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program has the following admissions requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited university
- Successful completion of specified prerequisite courses
- Submission of College of Health Professions application
- Professional observation (arranged upon application)
- Acceptable Test of English as a Foreign Language scores (if applicable)
What are the prerequisite courses?
Please visit our Admissions Requirements page to see the current list of prerequisite courses.
Do out-of-state students pay the same tuition as in-state students?
The current tuition and fees for the program can be found on the Cost of the Program page.
Are students in the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program eligible to receive financial aid?
Financial aid is available for students in the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program who qualify. Interested individuals may contact the UAMS Financial Aid Office at 501-686-5451 for information about available grants, loans and scholarships.
Which hours of the day will I generally attend classes for the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program?
Classes for the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program may be in session from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on some days, so we advise students not to schedule other activities during this time. Clinical sessions are scheduled for eight-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts.
Can I work while attending the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program?
The UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program is academically rigorous with a substantial amount of information delivered in a short period of time. Most students need an adjustment period to get accustomed to the fast pace. We recommend not working during the first semester. If working is necessary, we advise limiting working hours as much as possible. If academic performance is satisfactory, employment can be added in later semesters.
What is the deadline for admission applications to the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program?
Please see the How to Apply page for application deadlines.
Do I have to take an admissions test when applying to the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program?
There is no admissions test for entry into the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program. The Graduate Record Examinations General Test is not required.
How difficult is it to gain admission to the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program?
Admission to the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program is competitive, but not exclusive. Preference is typically given to students who have higher cumulative grade-point averages, as well as strong prerequisite, science and math GPAs.
Do I need to send college transcripts for all my coursework when applying to the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program?
Submission of official transcripts from all previously attended institutions is required for admission to the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program.
Does UAMS offer the prerequisite coursework for the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program?
UAMS is an academic health science center that only offers professional courses in health careers. Therefore, the prerequisite coursework for the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program must be obtained from other institutionally accredited colleges and universities.
Am I too old to enter the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program if I’m past the traditional college age?
There is no age requirement for the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program. Non-traditional students have been very successful in both the program and the profession. Applicants must ensure they can adhere to the Technical Standards set by the program.
Can I transfer respiratory care courses from other colleges or universities to the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program for credit?
Courses from other colleges or universities will not be accepted for credit in the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program.
Are there any online courses in the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program?
The UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program offers a variety of online and hybrid courses. Hybrid courses include exams, quizzes, homework assignments, and more on the UAMS Blackboard system, designed to complement live classes. Additionally, several online courses are available during the senior year, offered either synchronously (through Blackboard Collaborate) or asynchronously.
What information do I need to send in when applying to the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program?
For details on the information required for applications to the UAMS Master of Science in Respiratory Care Program, please refer to the How to Apply page.