USI’s Radiologic and Imaging Sciences Program, the only accredited program of its kind in the state, has an excellent reputation for standards of excellence and a high-quality education. At USI, you’ll take didactic courses and have an intensive clinical experience using state-of the art digital equipment. You’ll have more hands-on training and direct clinical experience than most radiology degree programs. You'll develop outstanding practical skills in radiology, while building a professional demeanor and strong resume that gets employers' attention. Additionally, the program offers advanced physics and cross-sectional courses in computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging, which make you eligible for employment in those areas. As a graduate of this program, you’ll join the ranks of other USI graduates who have a successful rate of employment and national certification test pass rates.
To apply to the University of Southern Indiana (USI) for undergraduate enrollment:
Once USI has processed your application, transcript(s) and scores (if needed), a decision will be made by Undergraduate Admissions and you will receive a notification.
Upon acceptance to USI, you'll receive detailed information about next steps, including orientation, registration and housing.
There is a secondary application process to be accepted into the Radiologic and Imaging Sciences Program.
Students may declare a major in pre-Radiologic and Imaging Sciences upon entering the university or complete a change of major form at any point in time.
The Radiologic and Imaging Sciences Program is limited in the number of students that may be accepted each year. USI, in collaboration with the clinical affiliates, reserves the right to determine the number of students enrolled in each beginning class. Total admission can not exceed the maximum number established by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Application period: August 1-September 15
Visit the Program Admission Page for more information and the online application.
A radiologic technology career offers employment stability, flexible work environments, a good salary and the ability to care for others. The demand for imaging procedures has increased over the years due to an aging population and the availability of services and technology to diagnose disease and offer treatment.
Overall employment of radiologic and MRI technologists is projected to grow 5 percent from 2024 to 2034, faster than the average for all occupations. About 15,400 openings for radiologic and MRI technologists are projected each year, on average, over the decade (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2025).
Individuals that are interested in healthcare, working with people, are compassionate and caring, and are interested in science and technology should explore this program.
*income information provided by O*NET Online. Occupation opportunities vary by region and experience.
The University of Southern Indiana is committed to making college accessible to those wishing to further their education by providing numerous scholarships, grants, and financial aid options to assist students in managing tuition expenses.
The University of Southern Indiana Radiologic and Imaging Sciences Program is accredited by:
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
312-704-5300
Email: mail@jrcert.org
The program's current award is eight years. General program information and the current award letter can be found here: https://www.jrcert.org/programs/university-of-southern-indiana/.
As an accredited program, the Radiologic and Imaging Sciences Program is required to meet standards, which can be found on the JRCERT's web-site: http://www.jrcert.org/programs-faculty/jrcert-standards/. On the JRCERT's web-site, information about the standards, specific program information, and program effectiveness data can be retrieved. The JRCERT posts information regarding the program's (and other programs') five-year average credentialing examination pass rate, five-year average job placement rate, and program completion rate data. This information can be accessed at www.jrcert.org.
The continuing accreditation status of the program was considered at the February 20, 2018, meeting of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The program was evaluated according to the Standards for an Accredited Educational Program in Radiography (2014). The JRCERT awarded the program accreditation for a period of eight years, which is the maximum duration that may be awarded.
The accreditation award was maintained after the Interim report was submitted in 2021 and reviewed in January 2022. The next site visit is tentatively scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2025.
Requirements for licensure and certification vary by profession and by state. USI has reviewed the educational requirements for each state and licensing agency to determine if the academic program here at USI meets the educational requirements to be eligible for licensure/certification in each state or not. Please note that some states may have additional requirements for licensure, such as residency requirements, additional non-academic certifications, etc. that USI cannot determine. We encourage you to check with your state's licensing agency for all requirements needed to obtain licensure.
