Bonus points for college general education courses required for the program for which a grade of C or better was made. Bonus points for college science courses required for the program and the GPA of those courses. Science courses must have been completed within five years of application to the Respiratory Care Program. Only the criteria listed are evaluated and considered for the purpose of selection and admission to this program. No specific minimum grade point average or test score, or a set minimum number of courses must be completed for admission.
Selection is based on how each applicant compares with others in the applicant pool.
In general, the higher the grades, the more competitive the applicant will be for the positions available. Once admitted to the program, students must complete and earn a minimum grade of C in each specialized course. Licencure Successful completion of the program allows the graduate to apply for state licensure. Applicants with certain types of misdemeanors or felonies may be denied licensure by the Texas Department of Health.