Radiologic Technology Program

How to Become a Radiographer

Our Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology program teaches students to safely utilize X-rays to perform diagnostic imaging procedures using state-of-the-art equipment. Radiographers use professional and ethical judgment along with critical thinking when performing their duties. Typically, 100% of students pass the ARRT licensure exam on their first attempt, and more than 90% of students are employed in full-time positions. Most of them take positions with Atrium Health upon graduation. Graduates will enter a job market that’s in high demand for radiographers!

Earn an Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology

• Learn advanced imaging techniques such as sonography, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computerized tomography (CT) and radiation therapy
• Focuses on the technical education but also how to become a caring, competent and proficient radiographer
• More than 1,150 hours of guided practice in various hospital and clinical settings across Atrium Health
• Most of our graduating classes have a 100% pass rate on the national certification exam
• The majority of graduates step into jobs at Atrium Health
• Loan Forgiveness program available

Radiologic Technology - Admissions Guide

Curriculum

This five-semester program includes 72 credit hours. Students will have a variety of radiography courses such as Applied Radiography, Imaging and Radiation Physics. This program also includes General Studies courses that fully prepare our students for success in their careers.

2025 Curriculum | 2024 Curriculum

Tuition and Fees

Loan Forgiveness

• Application – Submit a complete application by the deadline.
• High School Transcripts – A minimum 2.5 weighted high school GPA is required.
• College Transcripts (if applicable) – A minimum 2.5 cumulative college GPA is required.
• No Failed RAD courses elsewhere greater than 2. 
• Reading/Writing Requirement (One of the following):
  •  SAT 480 on Evidence-Based Reading and Writing within the past 5-years
  • ACT 22 on Reading within the past 5-years
  • College level Communications (COM, ENG, RDG) course at the 100 level or higher, with a grade of C or higher
• Math Requirement (One of the following):
  • SAT 530 on Math within the past 5-years
  • ACT 22 on Math within the past 5-years
  • College level MAT course at the 100 level or higher, with a grade of a C or higher

Applying to the Radiologic Technology program 

Thank you for your interest in Carolinas College of Health Sciences. 

Pre-Radiologic Technology Pathway

At Carolinas College, our Radiologic Technology program is extremely competitive. The Pre-Radiologic Technology track is a great way to complete the General Studies courses and then potentially earn guaranteed admission to the Radiologic Technology program depending on your academic performance. Think this is the right path for you? Check out our General Studies page for more info.