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 2026
- Application Availability: November 7, 2025
- Application Deadline: March 6, 2026
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1-855-Go-To-STCGeneral admission to the College does not imply admission to all programs of the College. The Health Science Professions 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 register for an information session, please use the following link:
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Fall 2025 RADT information sessions will be held twice a month. The day of the info session will vary due to availability:
- October 14 at 3:00 p.m. – Online
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October 21 at 3:00 p.m. – Online
For more information about the RADT program, please review the program presentation and point sheets located in the Links tab below.
All students who want to apply to the RADT program must attend at least one information session before applying to the program.
Spring 2026 Registration RADR 1309: Introduction to Radiography & Patient Care
Please email RADT Program Advising at nlopez32@southtexascollege.edu to request enrollment into the Spring 2026 Introduction to Radiography course.
Spring RADR 1309 Enrollment will open on October 13. Only students who submit HESI scores will be enrolled in Spring RADR 1309 classes. Seats are limited, and students will be enrolled on a first-come, first-served basis depending on who submits HESI scores first.
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 spring. The deadline for applying to the Radiologic Technology Program is the first Friday in March of the current year. For specific information on the point system utilized for candidate selection, please contact the HSP Program Advisor online at https://www.southtexascollege.edu/radiology.
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. RADT Program applications are available annually on the Radiologic Technology Program web page. The typical number of new positions available on an annual basis is 24. The final number of students accepted into the program each year 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 in the following order: 1) GPA 2) HESI A2 Examination Scores 3) Least number of repeated prerequisite courses 4) Earliest date of application.
NOTE: Please see the program webpage for additional information regarding the application process at https://www.southtexascollege.edu/radiology.
Program Effectiveness Data
Credentialing
Examination Rate 98.6%
Job
Placement Rate 100%
Program
Completion Rate 80%
- 5-year average Credentialing Examination Pass Rate (2021-2025): 98.6% of students who tested have passed the licensure exam.
- 5-year average Job Placement Rate (2020-2024): 100% of graduates have obtained positions as R.T.(R)s within 12 months of passing the licensure exam.
- Program Completion Rate (2025): 80% of students graduated from the Program.
Application Requirements
All applicants must:
- Participate in the required Prospective Student Information Session at the Health Science Professions Campus. For the session schedule, access the information on the Radiologic Technology Program website online at https://www.southtexascollege.edu/radiology.
- Be admitted to the college as a high school graduate or GED equivalent.
- Meet TSI College Readiness Standards, or meet TSI exemption standards.
- Complete all prerequisite courses with a minimum grade of “B” as listed in the Radiologic Technology AAS degree plan. BIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I must be current within the last 5 calendar years. RADR 1309 Introduction to Radiography and Patient Care must be current within the last 2 calendar years. HESI A2 English Language Composite, Science, and Math test scores are required prior to registration to RADR 1309. No minimum score is required for entry in this course.
- Complete the HESI A2 (Admissions Assessment) Exam as follows: Achieve an English Language Composite Score of 75% or higher to include passing scores of 75% or higher in all sections within the English Language category, a Science (Anatomy & Physiology) Score of 75% or higher, and a Math Score of 75% or higher. Passing scores must be within the same eligibility period and within the last 2 calendar years. HESI A2 exemptions are not permitted.
- 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.
- Pass a criminal background check, 10-panel drug screen through approved providers, and complete all required immunizations including Hepatitis B series. For more information on these requirements access the Clinical Affairs website: https://nah.southtexascollege.edu/clinical_affairs.html. Students with criminal histories must provide proof of certification eligibility from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) prior to application.
- Meet the HSP Functional Abilities Standards available on the HSP Clinical Affairs website at https://nah.southtexascollege.edu/clinical_affairs.html.
- Submit a completed Program application by the stated deadline. For more information access the website at https://www.southtexascollege.edu/radiology.
- Be 18 years of age or older.
- Satisfy healthcare agency requirements prior to clinical practice.
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:
Tuition and Fees | Cost of Attendance | Paying for College
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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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Contact Radiologic Technology Program
Department Chair
Crystal Bird
HSP B3.303
956-872-3101
Department Contact
Noah Lopez
Guided Pathway Specialist
HSP A.100C
956-872-3192
