Midwestern State University (MWSU) offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in radiologic science. The master's degree program, according to the school's website, is the only one in the United States of its kind, offering three different concentrations or majors within the curriculum. Students can pursue specializations in education or administration, or become a radiologic assistant. One benefit of MWSU master's program is that it combines distance education with short-term residencies that allow students to complete coursework in a convenient online format.
In addition to the master's degree program, MWSU offers associate's and bachelor's degrees in the field. The associate's degree is designed to be completed in two years. The bachelor's degree program is in the field of radiologic science and is delivered through online courses like the master's degree program. All programs are accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).
Midwestern State University
Radiologic Sciences Department
3410 Taft Blvd.
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
940-397-4615
mwsu.edu
Southern Illinois University offers a bachelor's degree in radiologic science. This four-year degree program provides students with opportunities to specialize in one of three fields: radiation therapy, MRI/CT scans or ultrasound technology. Students complete a standard curriculum during the first three years of the program before moving on to complete specialization courses. A graduate degree program is also offered in medical dosimetry. Students who graduate from this fully accredited program are eligible to receive licensing for practice in Illinois.
Southern Illinois University
School of Allied Health
Carbondale, IL 62901
618-453-2121
siuc.edu
Fully accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) and the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) offers an Associate of Science in Radiologic Imaging degree at three campus locations: Fayetteville, Little Rock and Texarkana. The school also offers the Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Imaging Sciences and the Master of Imaging Sciences degree that prepare students for careers as a radiologic assistant. Courses offered as part of the basic curriculum include Radiation Protection and Radiobiology, Radiographic Procedures and Radiation Physics.
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
4301 West Markham
Little Rock, AR 72205
501-686-6510
uams.edu