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COMBINE YOUR PASSION FOR SCIENCE AND HEALTHCARE WITH A DEGREE IN RADIOGRAPHY

Combining classroom experience with clinical skills, a medical radiography program such as the B.S. in Radiography at 91Pron¹ú²ú will help you get the experience you need to start your career in becoming a radiologic technologist. The radiography technologist program at 91Pron¹ú²ú’s Chicago-based campus has three key differentiators that set it apart from other radiography schools:

• Time to complete program and bachelor’s degree: This program can be completed in 21 months to earn your bachelor’s degree. 300/400 level courses. Year 1 is Monday – Thursday and Year 2 is Monday - Friday.
• Program effectiveness data and job placement: Our 5-year national ARRT registry pass rate is 94%, our job placement rate is 100%, and our student retention rate is 100%.
• Diversity of clinical experiences: Students begin their clinical education in the first semester and rotate through hospitals, acute care clinics, pediatric centers, and orthopedic clinics. Students also get the opportunity to experience different modalities such as CT, angiography, PM shift, weekend rotation, and MRI. In addition, students will have optional rotation opportunities to enhance their clinical experience.

Becoming a radiographer with an x-ray tech program near you, such as 91Pron¹ú²ú, starts with a quality education that prioritizes you, the student. Do you want to learn more about what it takes to join an accredited radiography program?

CAREER OUTLOOK FOR MEDICAL RADIOGRAPHY GRADUATES

The job opportunities for a radiologic technologist allow them to work in a variety of medical professions and fields, including:

• Hospital
• Doctor’s Offices
• Clinics
• Laboratories

Overall employment of radiologic technologists is projected to grow 6 percent through 2032, faster than the average for all occupations according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

JRCERT Accreditation

RADIOGRAPHY PROGRAM MISSION STATEMENT

Guided by our Lasallian values (respect, equity, and social responsibility) the 91Pron¹ú²ú Radiography program is committed to cultivating radiologic professionals, who are ethically grounded and community-oriented leaders, prepared to deliver the highest quality, patient-centric care.

ACCREDITED RADIOGRAPHY PROGRAM GOALS AND STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon completion of this program of study, graduates will/ will be able to:

• Students will demonstrate effective communication skills.
• Students will demonstrate effective communication skills on the clinical floor.
• Students will demonstrate effective written communication in the classroom setting.
• Students will be able to verbally evaluate radiographs.
• Students will develop critical thinking skills for application in the clinical setting.
• Students will adapt standard protocols for non-routine examinations.
• Students will critique images for diagnostic quality and devise necessary factors for quality improvement.
• Students of the program will be clinically competent.
• Students will demonstrate accuracy in positioning skills.
• Students will select appropriate technical factors.
• Students will demonstrate proper radiation protection practices.
• Students will model professionalism.
• Students will demonstrate high ethical standards.
• Students will summarize their professional development career plan.

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Graduation Requirements

To graduate with a degree in radiology, students must meet the following requirements:

• File the Intent to Graduate Form by the designated deadline.
• Have official final transcripts of any previous colleges attended on file in the Registrar’s Office.
• Complete the credit hours designated in the curriculum as relevant to the individual’s program.
• Complete the residency requirements.
• Maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0.
• Complete the preparatory pre-licensure (State of Illinois) ARRT certification requirements.
• Complete payment of all fees and tuition owed to the University and return all library items.

Admission Criteria

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Admission into the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) program requires that a student have:

• Earned a minimum cumulative college grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
• Successfully complete TEAS Exam (minimum score of 60% required overall as well as a score of 60% in the Science section)
• Held in good standing at previous colleges and universities attended

Transfer Students should submit official transcripts from each college/university the student has previously attended. Evaluation of transfer credit is based on the following criteria:

• Credits transfer from schools accredited by The Higher Learning Commission or another regional accrediting association.
• A maximum of four credit hours will transfer in physical education activity courses.
• “D” grades will not be accepted as transfer credit.
• A maximum of 72 semester hours of community college credits (or credits from a two-year school) may be accepted at the time of admission. Additional community college credits may be accepted if included in a 91Pron¹ú²ú articulation or consortium agreement.
• An unlimited number of hours will be accepted from upper division/senior institutions as long as 32 hours, including 12 hours of upper-division major courses and six hours of Mission-based courses, are completed at 91Pron¹ú²ú.
• Developmental and or remedial courses completed at another institution are not transferable.
• Course grades do not transfer.

Tuition and Fees

• Tuition - $23,580.00/year
• Fees - $140.00/year

Bachelor of Science in Radiography (Post-Certification)

Certified Radiography Technologists
If you already have an ARRT certification, you can complete your Bachelor of Science in Radiography degree.
In addition to an education geared toward a successful career in Radiography, students are educated in a variety of courses with an emphasis on the most current demands and modern quality expectations of healthcare facilities and staff.

The program is 100% online, which provides flexibility for you to complete the weekly assignments on your own schedule. Students are taught by experienced faculty who have a vast array of knowledge and experience in the field.

Admission Criteria for the Bachelor’s Degree Completion Program
To be competitive, the following criteria should be met: A cumulative GPA of 2.00. Must be in good standing with all prior colleges and universities attended. The core Radiography completion courses must be taken at 91Pron¹ú²ú for a total of 23 credit hours, along with 9 mission credit hours for a total of 32 credit hours. Degree completion is dependent on your transcript history.

For more information contact the Office of Admission at admission@lewisu.edu or call (815) 836-5250.

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