Radiologic Technology
Students are trained for employment as entry-level radiologic technologists in hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, mobile imaging services, and additional medical facilities. Upon completion of the program, graduates are eligible to sit for the national certification examination for Radiologic Technology administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Successful completion of this exam results in the designation of the title as a Registered Technologist in Radiography, or R.T. (R) (ARRT). The state of Texas also requires that individuals approved to sit for the national certification examination also apply for state licensure before being allowed to practice in this state.
- Delivery: Daytime Classes. Students admitted to the program will be attending classes all in person.
- Start: Accepted students will begin Fall 2025
- Application Availability: November 4, 2024
- Application Deadline: February 28, 2025
Spring 2025 Program Application
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1-855-Go-To-STCGeneral admission to the College does not imply admission to all programs of the College. The Nursing and Allied Health Division offers Selective Programs with application requirements. Application requirements are included in the description of each program. In addition, some Selective Programs have a Competitive Entry selection process based on a competitive point system.
Program Information Sessions
All Program Information Sessions are held virtually. To be placed on the waiting list to attend a session, please contact Noah Lopez, Guided Pathway Specialist, at nlopez32@southtexascollege.edu. Students will need to include their name, STC A#, preferred email address, and telephone number. Students will be contacted via email with an invitation link to attend the virtual session.
Fall 2024 RADT information sessions will be on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
For additional information on the RADT program, please review the RADT presentation and point sheets located in the Links tab below.
SPRING Registration RADR 1309: Introduction to Radiography & Patient Care
Please email RADT Program Advising at nlopez32@southtexascollege.edu to request enrollment into the Spring 2025 Introduction to Radiography course. This course will be offered at the NAH campus. Spring 2025 enrollment to RADR 1309 will be first come, first serve.
Students will need to provide a copy of the HESI A2 Examination scores (no minimum score is required), STC A#, email, and best contact telephone number in order to be placed on the waiting list for enrollment in this class.
HESI scores are no longer being accepted for Spring 2025 enrollment.
Exam Requirements
Graduates are eligible to sit for the national certification examination for Radiologic Technology administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). The State of Texas requires that individuals approved to sit for the national certification exam also apply for state licensure before being allowed to practice in this state.
Competitive Entry Selection Process
Admission to the Radiologic Technology Associate of Applied Science degree is based on a point system score comprised of GPA of RADT Program prerequisite and general education courses, HESI A2 Exam scores, and optional points which may be obtained from items listed on the Application Form (for example, completion of CSFH 0101 College Success for Healthcare and HITT 1305 Medical Terminology I courses with a B or better). Qualified applicants are numerically ranked from highest to lowest total application points. Due to program size limitations, a number of applicants who meet the program admission requirements may not be admitted to the program. Selection of students is made one time a year during the summer. The deadline for applying to the Radiologic Technology Program is the last Friday in February of the current year. For specific information on the point system utilized for candidate selection, please contact the Radiologic Technology Program at 956-872-3049 or access the information online at https://nah.southtexascollege.edu/rad.
A new applicant pool is established for each admission period. Applicants who were not admitted for the current application period must re-apply to be considered for a later application period. The number of students accepted into the program annually is dependent upon available resources. Should any of the accepted applicants decline admission, an alternate will be offered acceptance to the program. In the case of tied applicants, finalists will be chosen based on the date of application.
Application Requirements
All applicants must:
- Participate in the required Radiologic Technology Program Student Information Session at the Nursing & Allied Health Campus. For the session schedule, access the information online at https://nah.southtexascollege.edu/rad or contact the Radiologic Technology Program at 956-872-3049.
- Meet general admission requirements to South Texas College.
- Be admitted to the college as a high school graduate or GED equivalent.
- Meet TSI College Readiness Standards, or meet TSI exemption standards.
- Complete the HESI A2 (Admissions Assessment) Exam as follows: Achieve an English Language Composite Score of 75% or higher, a Science (Anatomy & Physiology) Score of 75% or higher, and a Math Score of 75% or higher. Scores must be current within the last 2 years. HESI A2 exemptions are not permitted.
- Complete all prerequisite courses with a minimum grade of “B” as listed in the Radiologic Technology Program degree plan. BIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I must be current within the last 5 years. RADR 1309 Introduction to Radiography and Patient Care must be current within 2 years from the application date. HESI A2 English Language Composite, Science, and Math test scores are required prior to registration to RADR 1309. No minimum scores are required for entry in this course.
- Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in all courses listed in the Radiologic Technology degree plan. This includes courses completed through South Texas College and transfer courses.
- Be 18 years of age or older.
- Pass a criminal background check, 10-panel drug screen through approved providers, and complete all required immunizations including Hepatitis B series. Students with criminal histories must provide proof of certification eligibility from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) prior to application. For more information contact the NAH Clinical Affairs Specialist at 956-872-3022.
- Meet Technical Standards as stated by the Radiologic Technology Program.
- Satisfy healthcare agency requirements prior to clinical practice.
- Submit a completed Program application by stated deadline. For more information access the information online at https://nah.southtexascollege.edu/rad or contact the Radiologic Technology Program at 956-872-3049.
Students who have met the above requirements may submit their application. Applications will be evaluated through a competitive selection process. Due to program size limitations, meeting application requirements does not guarantee admission into the program.
Prerequisites
| Course | Description |
|---|---|
| RADR 1309 | Introduction to Radiography and Patient Care* *HESI A2 exam scores are required prior to registration for RADR 1309 Introduction to Radiography and Patient Care. |
| BIOL 2401 | Anatomy & Physiology I |
| - | Math Elective |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I |
To become a more competitive applicant, Students can take Co-requisite classes to boost their point accrual.
| Program | Semester | Credit Hours | Tuition | Differential Tuition | Student Activity Fee | Other Fees | Insurance Fee | Books | Supplies | Equip, Tools, & Other Expenses | Program Total Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radiology Technology Associate | 1 | 14 | $2,240.00 | $1,050.00 | $56.00 | $ - | $ - | $600.00 | $50.00 | $ - | |
| 2 | 14 | $2,240.00 | $1,050.00 | $56.00 | $62.50 | $92.00 | $900.00 | $50.00 | $450.00 | ||
| 3 | 12 | $1,920.00 | $900.00 | $48.00 | $62.50 | $12.00 | $100.00 | $50.00 | $ - | ||
| 4 | 2 | $320.00 | $150.00 | $8.00 | $62.50 | $12.00 | $ - | $25.00 | $ - | ||
| 5 | 8 | $1,280.00 | $600.00 | $32.00 | $62.50 | $92.00 | $ - | $50.00 | $ - | ||
| 6 | 10 | $1,600.00 | $750.00 | $40.00 | $62.50 | $12.00 | $200.00 | $50.00 | $ - | ||
| 7 | 4 | $640.00 | $300.00 | $16.00 | $75.00 | $12.00 | $175.00 | $25.00 | $ - | ||
| Total | 64 | $10,240.00 | $3,750.00 | $256.00 | $387.50 | $232.00 | $1,975.00 | $300.00 | $450.00 | $17,590.50 |
Radiologic Technology Program costs are subject to change.
For details on tuition and fees, the cost of attendance or ways to pay for college, please see the following:
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Work Environment
Radiographers will work in hospital settings, clinic settings.
Salary Data
- Texas Average Wage: $27.57/hour or 57,350/year (BLS, May 2017)
- National Average Wage: $29.00/hour or 60,320/year (BLS, May 2017)
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Department Chair
Crystal Bird
NAH-B 3.303
956-872-3101
Department Contact
Noah Lopez
Guided Pathway Specialist
NAH-A 100C
956-872-3192
