Program length
15 months
Total cost
$7,119
Next Application Period
February 14 – March 14
Locations
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The Radiography Technology program trains students to take images of patients’ bodies using medical imaging equipment, such as X-ray, Fluoroscopy, and C-arm imaging.
Radiologic technologists provide medical providers the images needed to diagnose and treat injuries and diseases. In this program, students are instructed in classroom and laboratory settings to learn on-the-job skills, and then apply that knowledge in a clinical setting. Students will spend over 900 clinical hours completing 36 mandatory competencies, 15 elective competencies, and other requirements set by the ARRT.
Graduates of the Radiography Technology program are prepared to become ARRT licensed radiologic technologists, working in hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic imaging centers
UTAH SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION (USHE) DESCRIPTION:
In this program, students are instructed in the classroom and laboratory settings to learn on-the-job skills of being an x-ray tech, and then apply that knowledge in a clinical setting. Students will have the opportunity to gain experience in a variety of healthcare settings including – but not limited to – hospitals, urgent care, and family practice clinics. The experience you will gain at your clinical sites will put you on the path to a successful career as a Radiographic Technologist.
This program is eligible for Financial and Veterans Aid! Learn more
Application is open for submission:
February 14 – March 14 at 4pm. Classes begin in August.
Minimum Age Requirement: 18 years old. High school students are not eligible for this program.
All prospective applicants must complete an application and submit it during the open application period. Incomplete applications and applications not submitted by the deadline will not be processed.
Admissions Timeline
February 14 – March 14
March
April
June
August
Entrance Assessment:
Degree Requirements
Coursework Requirements
Job Shadowing Requirements
Degree and Coursework Deadline
Applicants can apply to the program while their degree and anatomy and physiology coursework are still in progress. However, degree and coursework requirements must be completed by the end of June of the year they apply. An applicant will be able to submit proof that any necessary coursework is still in progress in their application.
Applicants who have met the program prerequisites are not evaluated by GPA. Typically, we receive over 100 applications. Up to 25 applicants are invited for interview, and approximately 10-16 students are extended acceptance into the program. The remaining interviewed applicants will be placed on an alternate list.
Application evaluations use a point system with a standard admissions rubric to select candidates. Applicants with the highest overall rubric scores will receive acceptance offers.
Applicants will be invited for interviews based on the quality of their personal statement and other rubric criteria, including job shadowing experience, medical employment experience, and medical education. Obtaining more shadowing hours, medical experience, and medical education helps candidates be more competitive during the interview selection process because these experiences allow them to earn more points on their application and discuss more in their personal statement and interviews.
| Admissions Rubric Criteria | Point Value |
Personal Statement Professionally written response to the personal statement prompt, adheres to the proper format, no grammatical or typographical errors, draws upon background and experiences and to convey passion and fit for the program, etc. | 20 |
| Medical Employment Experience: 5 points per year up to 2 years | 10 |
Medical Education: 2 points per class up to 5 classes Includes CNA, MA, EMT, LPN, RN, BSN, phlebotomy courses, etc. Any college courses related to healthcare education, such as health psychology, medical terminology, health law, healthcare ethics, health sciences, patient care, etc. | 10 |
X-ray Department Job Shadow Experience: 1 point per hour you shadowed | 10 |
X-ray Department Job Shadow Experience: 1 point per facility you shadowed | 5 |
| Documentation of required and current immunizations and willingness to perform background check and drug screen once offered acceptance | 5 |
| Previous Applicant | 5 |
| Interview Preparation and Impression | 15 |
| Interview | 45 |
| Total | 125 |
| SECTION | CAMPUS | ROOM # | START DATE | END DATE | START TIME | END TIME | DAYS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2025 | Lehi Main Campus | 215/216 | 8/13/2025 | TBD | 8:00 AM | 2:30 PM | M,W |
| Schedule Notes: | Students will attend class on their regularly scheduled days, and will do their clinicals outside of that beginning the 2nd week of the program. Clinical shifts may be 8 hours/day for 2 days a week and times may vary depending on the needs of the clinical sites. Classes change to T/Th for 2nd year students. |
| Course Name | Course Hours | Course Credits | Externship/Clinical/ WBL Credits | Tuition ($120/credit hour) | Course Fees | Industry Exam Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers | 5 | 0 | X | $20.00 | $29.00 | |
| Rad. Anatomy & Procedures | 90 | 3 | X | $360.00 | $605.00 | |
| Radiographic Imaging and Exposure Techniques | 90 | 3 | X | $360.00 | $120.00 | |
| Patient Care | 30 | 1 | X | $120.00 | $100.00 | |
| Rad. Clinicals I | 270 | X | 6 | $720.00 | $20.00 | |
| Radiology Physics | 30 | 1 | X | $120.00 | $235.00 | |
| Rad. Anatomy & Procedures II | 90 | 3 | X | $360.00 | $10.00 | |
| Radiographic Imaging II | 60 | 2 | X | $240.00 | $10.00 | |
| Rad Protection and Radiobiology | 30 | 1 | X | $120.00 | $100.00 | |
| Rad. Clinicals II | 270 | X | 6 | $720.00 | $10.00 | |
| Rad. and Pediatric Pathology | 30 | 1 | X | $120.00 | $10.00 | |
| Rad Anatomy & Procedures III | 60 | 2 | X | $240.00 | $70.00 | |
| Alternate Modality and Sectional Anatomy | 60 | 2 | X | $240.00 | $10.00 | |
| Rad. Clinicals III | 270 | X | 6 | $720.00 | $10.00 | |
| Registry Review (Hybrid) | 90 | 3 | X | $360.00 | $10.00 | $225.00 |
| Rad Clinicals IV | 125 | X | 2 | $240.00 | $10.00 | |
| TOTALS: | 1600 | 22 | 20 | $5,060.00 | $1,359.00 | $225.00 |
| Tuition/Fees | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition: | $5,060.00 |
| Registration Fee: | $40.00 |
| Application Fee: | $30.00 |
| Student Fees: | $1,359.00 |
| Required Materials: | $405.00 |
| Industry Exam Fee: | $225.00 |
| Total Cost: | $7,119.00 |
*Total includes tuition, fees, materials, and optional materials.
Course-by-course cost breakdowns can be found on the “Courses” tab above.
Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program. Fees and materials may be required upfront, while some may be paid later throughout the program.
While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.
| Required Materials | Quantity | Notes (ISBN numbers, etc) | Cost | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bontrager’s Textbook of Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy 10th Edition | 1 | 9780323653671 | included in course fees | |||||
| Bontrager’s Workbook of Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy 10th Edition | 1 | 9780323694230 | included in course fees | |||||
| Bontrager’s Handbook of Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy – Pocket Size and Spiral Bound 10th Edition | 1 | 9780323694223 | included in course fees | |||||
| Principles of Radiographic Imaging: An Art and A Science 6th Edition | 1 | 9781337711067 | included in course fees | |||||
| Medical Terminology: A Short Course | 9780323479912 | included in course fees | ||||||
| Scrubs | 2 | Cost may vary; Students will order their scrubs through Logo It On according to the program scrub store | $100.00 | |||||
| DOPL Application Processing Fee | 1 | paid to DOPL, required for license | $70.00 | |||||
| Lanyard/Badge Holder | 1 | $10.00 | ||||||
| ARRT Certification Exam | 1 | $225.00 | ||||||
| Total Cost of Required Materials | $405.00 |
| Optional Materials | Notes (ISBN numbers, quantity, etc) | Cost | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radiographic Imaging and Exposure, 6th Edition 6th Edition | 1 | 9780323661393 | $65.00 | |||||
| Patient Care in Radiography, 10th Edition 10th Edition | 1 | 9780323654401 | $40.00 | |||||
| Radiation Protection in Medical Radiography, 9th Edition 9th Edition | 1 | 9780323825030 | $45.00 | |||||
| Radiologic Science for Technologists 12th Edition | 1 | 9780323661348 | $110.00 | |||||
| Total Cost of Optional Materials | $260.00 |
Where are your clinical sites located and how are they selected for the student?
We have clinical sites set up between Salt Lake City and Salem as well as Heber. Your clinical site will be chosen for you by the Program Coordinator and/or clinical site supervisor.
What are the correct anatomy and physiology courses I need to take?
Anatomy and physiology courses must be taken with lab within five years of applying to the program. You must receive a B- or higher in each course. Here is an example of the anatomy and physiology courses from some local colleges and universities in Utah that satisfy the prerequisite:
Utah Valley University
Salt Lake Community College
University of Utah
Utah Tech University
Brigham Young University
Weber State
or
Snow College
Where can I find more information about financial aid, veterans benefits, and FAFSA?
Please contact the financial aid office at 801-753-4105 or visit the Financial Aid webpage.
Can I meet to discuss more about the program?
Yes, prospective students can meet with an Admissions Advisor to discuss program information and admission steps. This meeting can take place in person or online. Please see the Admissions Advisors webpage for more information.
For questions regarding registration, please contact Student Services at 801-753-6282 or studentservices@mtec.edu
Students must have completed an Associate’s degree or higher OR completed the AAS degree requirements from Utah Valley University.
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Applying is free and easy! When you apply, please choose “undecided” as your program choice. You will select Radiography Technology after being accepted to MTECH.
Apply through the Student Portal, or in person at Student Services.
The $30 application fee can be paid via in-person or phone call through Student Services.
Student Services: 801-753-6282
Please note that the emailed receipt will be a necessary upload on the application.
The appplication period is: February 14 - March 14 at 4:00pm (for the Fall start date)
The application is only available during the open application period.
The following documents should be compiled for the application:
A background check and drug screen should take place after acceptance into the program.
radtech@mtec.edu
