Admission process
Applicants to our respiratory care program must follow admission procedures for acceptance into York College of Pennsylvania.
The size of our class is limited. Admission to York College of Pennsylvania (or another college or university) and your respiratory care major don’t guarantee admission to our clinical program.
Our selection committee will hold interviews in March each year to select the group that will begin clinical training in June. The clinical portion of our program begins the summer following your freshman year.
If you have a grade point average (GPA) of less than 2.5 or have not completed the required freshman courses with a "C" or better grade, we’ll only consider you if space is available.
For additional admission requirements, contact the Admission Office for York College of Pennsylvania at:
York College of Pennsylvania
Country Club Road
York, PA 17403
717-815-1600
respiratorycare@ycp.edu
Tuition
For tuition costs, refer to York College of Pennsylvania for their current fees for the program. Our program requires summer courses, which may incur additional costs for students. You’re also responsible for living expenses and coursework materials, including:
- Textbooks: You may need to purchase textbooks for use during the year.
- Uniforms: You’ll need to wear scrub uniforms in clinical areas and have your own stethoscope. We’ll provide you with additional guidelines for attire.
- Room and board: You’re responsible for securing your own housing. The cost for room and board can vary.
- Meals: The program doesn’t provide meals. You can purchase food and beverages in our cafeteria and refreshment areas.Transportation: You’re responsible for your own transportation to campus and all program functions. Some activities may take place on our other hospital campuses.
- Health insurance: While participating in our program, you’re not considered a WellSpan employee for health insurance. You must have your own health insurance to cover any necessary medical expenses during the year.
- Primary care services: If you're not a resident from the York area, our Thomas Hart Family Medicine practice is available if you need health care services. You're responsible for paying any fees related to services provided by the family medicine practice.
