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Apply to the Radiologic Technology Program
What You Need to Do:
- Review all guidelines on this page.
- Review the selection rating scale found under Selection Process and Requirements for guidance in preparation for application.
- Reach out to our office if you have any questions or need further assistance.
Applicants must have the following documents on file in the Health Sciences office by April 1st to be considered for admission to the Radiologic Technology Program:
- MDCC application for admission or readmission
- MDCC application to the Radiologic Technology Program
- An official high school transcript from an approved high school or high school equivalency test score (GED or HiSET), if not previously enrolled in college
- An official college transcript from all colleges previously and presently attending
- ACT scores
- TEAS Entrance test score
Students are encouraged to submit all parts of the application well in advance of the deadline. Turning in an application on the last day may result in the application being incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed for admission.
Important Update: Changes to the ACT
The ACT is undergoing changes. Beginning April 1st the Science section will be optional. All prospective students please note the MDCC Radiologic Technology program requires applicants to complete the Science section of the ACT as part of the admission process. Please ensure your test includes the Science section to meet program requirements.
All applicants should be aware of the other eligibility requirements to write the ARRT licensing exam by reviewing the eligibility requirements at www.arrt.org or contacting the ARRT at (651) 687-0048.
Graduates must apply to the Mississippi Board of Radiologic Health for licensure to practice as a Registered Radiographer in the state of Mississippi.
Application packets are usually active December 1 - March 31. The deadline to apply is April 1. When the application is available, the link located below will be active.
Application Are Currently Not Available
Radiologic Technology Checklist for Admission Link
Applicants must:
- Meet all general admission requirements for MDCC.
- be a high school graduate or have a satisfactory High School Equivalency score (GED or HiSET).
- Have a minimum ACT composite score of 18 (15 if taken before October 28, 1989) if entering college for the first time OR a minimum ACT composite score of 16 to17 (12 to 14 if taken before October 28, 1989) and have completed at least 12 semester hours with a “C” average or better in courses approved by the RT program. Completion of the science section of the ACT is a requirement for admission.
- Take the TEAS entrance test at the applicant's own expense. The TEAS test must be taken within 18 months of application deadline. Can only be taken 2 times 45 days apart during the application year. If you submit test scores taken at any other time the score will not be accepted.
- Must be 18 years of age at the start of the program
- ALL Applicants must FIRST log on to the MDCC website at www.msdelta.edu to submit an online application for
admission/readmission to the school. Please click the APPLY button on the home page of the website and complete all required fields. No applicant
will be considered for admission into a health science program without first applying
to MDCC. You may receive future correspondence from the Office of Admissions regarding
your admissions status to MDCC.
- If you attended MDCC previously, but are not currently enrolled, you will need to complete this step first.
- If you are currently enrolled at MDCC, you DO NOT need to do this step.
- E-Script or mail OFFICIAL transcripts to the MDCC Office of Admission. All transcripts must be on file by April 1.
- Submit ACT scores to the MDCC Office of Admission. (*NOTE* ACT scores are NOT recorded on transcripts from colleges or universities. It is the student’s responsibility to submit these scores.)
- Complete the “Radiologic Technology Application” when it is active. Fill out ALL information. Do not leave any question blank.
- Register to take the TEAS entrance test. Instructions are found on Health Sciences main web page (Entrance Testing Resources Link). The TEAS can be taken virtually or in person. You must register to take the TEAS through ATI (www.atitesting.com). The TEAS test must be taken within the last 18 months and can only be taken 2 times 45 days apart during the application year. Must be taken prior to April 1st AND must be sent to us directly from ATI, not the student.
- It is the applicant’s responsibility to verify that all necessary information has been received. Received information can be verified via the RGT program application. If all information is not received by the deadline, the applicant will not be considered for admission into the program.
- All applicants will be notified by letter of conditional acceptance or non-acceptance by the middle of May. Letters of conditional acceptance will include information regarding a required orientation in mid-June.
No applicant will be considered unless the minimum admission requirements are met. Admission requirements are evaluated by the use of a rating scale (see sample rating scale), which includes ACT scores, GPA, entrance test scores, previous degrees awarded, healthcare background/experience, and performance on core courses (all courses considered in the selection process must be completed by April 1st, In-progress courses will not be included in selection calculations). All applicants are considered on a competitive basis. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission into the program. The number of applicants accepted is limited due to the nature of the program.
All applicants will be notified by email of their conditional acceptance or non-acceptance to the program. If an applicant is selected for the program, they will receive a conditional acceptance notification with specific instructions regarding all requirements that must be completed prior to August admission. These requirements are listed below:
- Completion of Anatomy & Physiology I (BIO 2513/2511) and Anatomy & Physiology II (BIO 2523/2521) with a grade of "C" or better during the summer session or regular session prior to the admission to the RT program. NOTE: A&P I and II must be completed within the last 5 years
- Completion of Fundamentals of Radiology (RGT 1213) with a grade of "C" or better during the summer session or regular session prior to admission to the RT program.
- Satisfactory completion of Math (MAT 1102) during the summer, if indicated by entrance test scores.
- Acceptable pre-admission drug screen performed by our office.
- Satisfactory completion of American Heart Association Healthcare Providers CPR taught by MDCC
- Satisfactory background check (see Health Science Background Information Policy located on the Health Science website)
- Health Exam form completed and signed by a licensed health care provider.
- A 2-step TB skin test is required for all new entering students. The 2nd step must
be completed within 21 days of 1st step.
- The exception is if a returning student has had a negative TB skin test within the last 12 months. This student will only require a 1-step TB skin test.
- A stamped/signed Form 121 Immunization Record must be submitted. Shots required include:
- Tdap booster within the last 10 years
- Series of 3 Hepatitis B vaccinations
- Series of 2 MMR vaccinations
- Proof of Varicella immunity (either by series of 2 Varicella vaccinations OR Positive Varicella Titer)
- Flu shot (given only during flu season before October 1st)
Female applicants are encouraged to read the pregnancy policy.
Failure to provide compliance documentation as requested will result in the student not meeting entry requirements or the inability to progress.
Selection Rating Scale
The selection rating scale is designed to provide a more comprehensive evaluation of each applicant, considering a wider range of factors to ensure a holistic assessment.
Link to the RGT Selection Rating Scale for academic year 2026/2027
Relevant course work approved by the program can be found on the program course check sheet. Link to the RGT program course check sheet.
Students who are accepted into the program must:
- Attend a Health Science orientation session.
- Be aware that, in addition to the regular college fees, Radiologic Technology students will incur expenses for such items as uniforms, books, supplies, liability insurance, accident insurance, background check, Hepatitis B vaccination series, national and state certification examination fees, and registry review seminars. Fees are not limited to these listed.
- Be responsible for their own transportation to the college campus and clinical agencies.
A Radiologic Technology student must complete all RT courses, academic and clinical, with a final grade of “C” or better to progress to the next semester.
Prior to clinical, students must satisfactorily complete AHA-BLS Provider CPR taught during the RGT program
Below is the estimated cost for the Radiologic Technology Program based on previous school year averages. The below estimate should only be used as a guide. All costs are approximate and change without notice and tax is not included. In addition to the estimate, students will incur expenses related to travel necessary for clinical experience. All students are responsible for their own transportation and meals.
Freshmen Fall |
Freshmen Spring |
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Tuition | $ 1,530.00 | Tuition | $ 1,530.00 |
e-book (estimate) | $ 1,000.00 | Drug Screen | $ 70.00 |
Drug Screen | $ 80.00 | Duplication Fee | $ 25.00 |
Insurance | $ 30.00 | ||
Background Check | $ 60.00 | ||
CPR | $ 40.00 | ||
Trajecsys | $ 150.00 | ||
Radiation Badge (Instadose) | $ 100.00 | ||
MSRT & Tech Club | $ 60.00 | ||
Duplication Fee | $25.00 | ||
X-ray Markers | $80.00 | ||
I-pad | $450.00 | ||
Uniforms (per set) | $60.00 | ||
Shoes | $80.00 | ||
TOTAL | $ 3,745.00 | TOTAL | $ 1,625.00 |
Freshmen Summer (May - July) |
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RGT 1139 Clinical 3 (9hrs) 8 Week Rotation |
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Tuition | $ 1,530.00 |
TOTAL | $ 1,530.00 |
Sophomore Fall |
Sophomore Spring |
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Tuition | $ 1,530.00 | Tuition | $ 1,530.00 |
e-book (estimate) | $ 500.00 | Drug Screen | $ 40.00 |
Drug Screen | $ 40.00 | Duplication Fee | $ 25.00 |
Insurance | $ 30.00 | Graduation Pin | $ 60.00 |
Radiation Badge (Instadose) | $ 100.00 | Registry Rev Seminar (Kettering) | $ 185.00 |
MSRT & Tech Club | $ 100.00 | ||
Duplication Fee | $ 25.00 | ||
Online Reg. Exam (Corectec) | $ 100.00 | ||
ASRT Modules | $ 40.00 | ||
TOTAL | $ 2,465.00 | TOTAL | $ 1,840.00 |
** Tuition estimate is reflected for MS residents only. Out of state student (non-residents) will be charged an additional fee.
Total Program Cost: $ 11,205.00
We are here to support you throughout the process. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns.
Thank you for your attention, and we look forward to reviewing your application!