admission requirements for the radiation therapy education program
- Candidates for the Radiation Therapy Program must have a high school diploma or equivalent and are required to complete 35 semester hours of specific college prerequisites. Successful completion of an accredited Radiography Program and ARRT certification in the profession are required.
- Grades lower than "C" will not transfer to UNMC for credit. Students are encouraged to consult with the individual program directors regarding their specific prerequisite requirements. College prerequisites, course requirements, and program requirements are subject to change.
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Prerequisites |
Semester Hours |
| English Composition | 6 |
| College Algebra | 3 |
| Statistics | 3 |
| Medical Terminology | 2 |
| Chemistry with Lab | 4 |
| Anatomy & Physiology | 4 |
| General Physics | 4 |
| Communication | 3 |
| Humanities or Social Sciences | 6 |
- Science classes should be basic science courses for science majors. The program also requires documentation of collegiate level computer content.
- Upon matriculation into the Radiation Therapy Program, the student will be required to complete a background check and a drug screening test.
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A maximum of 9 College Level Examination Program (CLEP) semester hour credits will be accepted. CLEP semeter hours in math or science will not be acceted & no more than 3 semester hours of English composition will be accepted.
For inquiries about specific prerequisite requirements please contact us.
