Radiologic Technology Admission Criteria

All applicants must:

• Meet general admission requirements for Danville Area Community College.
• Submit an official high school transcript or GED to the DACC Admissions Office.
• Submit transcripts from all colleges previously attended (if applicable).
• Complete a DACC application if transferring to the college.

To be considered for admission into the Radiologic Technology Program, applicants must complete all academic prerequisites with a grade of “C” or better by the end of the Spring semester preceding the Summer start date. All prerequisites must have been completed within the past five years.

• Math: Placement into College Algebra (MATH 111) or successful completion of MATH 109 or higher.
• Biology: Human Anatomy & Physiology 1 and 2 (BIOL 136 & BIOL 137).
• Physical Science: Physical Science 1 (PHYS 141).
• Medical Terminology: BOFF 140.

Prerequisite courses taken outside of DACC must transfer in as the equivalent of the required prerequisite courses or be approved by the appropriate DACC staff. The anatomy and physiology prerequisite must include a cadaver lab. If an applicant has completed an anatomy and physiology course without a cadaver lab, they must take the cadaver lab offered at DACC.

Applicants must submit a 1-2 page essay addressing the following topics:

1. Why do you want to become a radiologic technologist?
2. What is the typical workday and job description of a radiologic technologist?
3. What is the average U.S. salary for radiologic technologists?
4. What career advancement opportunities exist in this field?

• All applicants are required to attend an informative session. The informative sessions can be scheduled using the following link: Rad Tech Informative Session Sign Up.
• If additional help is needed, reach out to Allied Health Administrative Assistant, Katelyn Roberts at k.roberts@dacc.edu or 217-443-8704.

• All applicants are required to take the TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills), Version 7, within one year of applying.
• Students may attempt the TEAS test up to two times within that year.
• Register for the TEAS at: https://www.atitesting.com/teas/register.
  • Choose "In-Person, Proctored by an Institution."
• Prep Materials: https://www.atitesting.com/teas.

• Applications must be submitted by March 15 of the year the applicant wishes to enter the program.
• A $50.00 non-refundable application fee must be paid at the Cashier's Office in Vermilion Hall. A copy of the receipt must be included with the application.
• The Allied Health Office cannot accept payments.

• Residents of District 507 will receive admission priority, provided all admission criteria are met.
• Students who completed prerequisite courses at DACC will also be given priority over transfer applicants.
• The official definition of residency and a map of District 507 boundaries are available through the Registration and Student Services Offices.

After acceptance into the program, applicants must also meet the following:

• Technical Standards: Must be able to meet the physical, emotional, and mental demands of the program or provide documentation of reasonable accommodations
  • Technical Standards
• Clinical Rotation Travel: Students will rotate through multiple clinical sites. Some locations may require commutes of up to 1 hour each way.
• Drug Screen & Immunizations: Proof of immunization and a negative drug screen are required prior to the first day of class. Required immunizations typically include:
  • MMR, Tdap, Hepatitis B, Varicella, and Influenza.
• Medical Clearance: A completed physical exam and medical history form must be submitted.
• Background Check: A criminal background check is required before beginning clinical education.
• Health Insurance: Proof of active health insurance coverage must be submitted and maintained throughout the program.
• Real ID: students must have a federally accepted REAL ID by the first day of class.
• English Language Proficiency: Applicants must demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills in English. English language support classes are available at DACC if needed.

Students must adhere to DACC's drug free policy and must meet the criteria of the clinical site assigned to them.

• Typically, 14 students are accepted annually.
• If the number of qualified applicants exceeds available seats, candidates will be rank-ordered based on the the point system and prerequisite grades.
• Grades in general education courses may be used as tiebreakers.
• No advanced placement is offered for transfer students from other radiologic technology programs. Only general education credits will be considered.
• Accepted students must confirm their acceptance in writing by the deadline noted in their acceptance letter. Failure to respond by the deadline will result in the seat being offered to the new qualified application.
• Admission to the Medical Imaging Programs is competitive and the number of students accepted is limited. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.

• DACC does not maintain waitlists.
• Applicants not accepted must reapply the following year and meet all current admission requirements.