Radiologic Technology Program

Career Information & Outlook

Radiologic Technology is the technical science that deals with the use of x-radiation for the purpose of making diagnosis in medicine.

The Radiologic Technologist is a professional, qualified by education and clinical experience to provide radiological services using a variety of radiological procedures. The technologist operates and adjusts radiological equipment and determines proper exposure factors so that optimum radiographic quality is achieved with a minimum of radiation exposure to the patient. Radiographers are employed primarily in hospitals, clinics, and doctors' offices, where they work closely with the other members of the health care team. Visit the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET (29-2034 - Radiologic Technologists) for additional career information.

2010 - 2011 Bureau of Labor Statistics Outlook

The Bureau of Labor Statistics occupational outlook reports good news for those interested in a career in Radiologic Technology through 2018. From 2008 through 2018 employment of Radiologic Technologist is expected to increase by 17%, faster than the average for all occupations and those interested in securing a second modality, such as CT and MRI will have the best employment opportunities.

For statistics on salary expectations and additional information on a career in Radiologic Technology visit the Bureau of Labor and Statistics website (www.bls.gov/oco/ocos105.htm).

Career in Radiologic Technology Has Made The Top 50 Careers for 2011

An article in U.S. News and World Report lists Radiologic Technology as one of the top 50 careers for 2011 (http://money.usnews.com/money/careers/articles/2010/12/06/best-careers-2011-healthcare-jobs)

2012 - 2013 Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

• Program Acceptance Fee - $150. Payable upon acceptance into the program. (Non refundable)
• UI Application Fee - $40
• Tuition and Fees -

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics (UIHC) and the University of Iowa (UI) are separate facilities that provide different services for the RT student and require separate tuition-related and miscellaneous fee payments. The UIHC tuition and fees will be paid directly to the Program and the UI tuition and fees are paid through a U-bill sent to your residence during the first weeks of the fall and spring semester.

UIHC RT Program's Tuition and Fees: $6,500 (1st year's tuition) and $6,500 (2nd year's tuition) and $250 Program Activity Fee (1st year only).

UI's Tuition and Mandatory Fees: During the first weeks of the fall (August) and spring (January) semesters The University of Iowa will bill you for the UI portion of the tuition and the mandatory fees. The UI tuition will be $536/semester ($1,072 annually) and the mandatory fees will be $482/semester ($964 annually).  All are your responsibility.

• Textbooks - $900 (Estimate for two years)
• Student Uniforms - $250 (Estimate for two years)
• *Room & Board - $11,670 (Annually; based on double room with full board - 20 meals/week)
• Medical History & Health Screening Forms, TB & TB Respirator-fitting Tests, & Immunizations

  All Radiologic Technology students are required to complete a medical history and a health screening form, complete a TB skin and mask-fitting test annually and show proof of immunizations. The TB tests and any needed immunizations may be obtained at UI Student Health Services or from your personal physician. Cost varies.

• All health science students who experience significant clinical exposure as part of their education are required to maintain health insurance sufficient to satisfy minimum standards of coverage throughout each year of attendance at The University of Iowa. There is coverage offered by the University at a cost of $120 per month. A student may obtain health insurance through another provider, but will then be required to provide proof of coverage to the University before the first day of classes.
• Optional Student Health Fee - $118.50/semester. Radiologic Technology students are eligible to obtain the health care provided by the Student Health Service by choosing to pay the fee of $117/semester. Payment of this fee allows you free, unlimited office visits with access to many services, including ten physicians, women's health care clinic, psychiatric services, and dietetic services. If you do not choose to pay the health fee, as a registered student you may still use the Student Health Service. There will be a charge for each office visit. Application forms can be picked up at the Registration Center (319-335-2676), 30 Calvin Hall or Student Health Service, 4189 Westlawn.
• *Personal - $4,844 (Annual; includes phone charges, clothes, entertainment, laundry, mandatory student health insurance, and other costs. Although your actual expenses may vary, these are estimates to help with budgeting.)
• *Transportation - $1,190 (Annual)
• American Registry of Radiologic Technology examination fee - $200
• Students are eligible to apply for financial aid as administered by the University Office of Student Financial Aid. Call (319) 335-1450 for information and/or appointments.
• For information on Tuition Refund and Course Retake Fee Policies see the Student Handbook.

*These figures are developed and provided by the UI Office of Student Financial Aid annually.

Payment of Student Account

Charges incurred for food, University computer, activity, and services fees, student health insurance, car registration, parking, library and parking fines are billed on a monthly statement and mailed to your residence address. Fees are billed three times each semester and once during the summer session. Accounts unpaid 15 days after the billing date are reported to the Registrar for cancellation of registration. If your registration is canceled and you wish to reinstate, a reinstatement fee and all existing indebtedness must be paid within ten calendar days after the cancellation becomes effective or the privilege of reinstatement may be denied. If you do not reinstate after a canceled registration, any tuition and fees remaining for the canceled session are still due. If you cancel your registration, any refund due will be, upon request, mailed to you approximately 45 days following the date of cancellation.

Commitment to the Pursuit of Quality

Radiologic Technology Education takes great care in its pursuit to select and educate top quality technologists. The items below provide verification of our commitment to this pursuit.

ARRT Certification Rate

Radiologic Technology Education has been educating technologists since 1925. During this time, the RT graduates have enjoyed outstanding achievement on The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists' (ARRT) Certification exam, consistently performing above the national and Iowa mean. In addition, since 1995, the graduates of the Radiologic Technology Education have achieved a 100% pass rate, with 99% passing on the first attempt.

Year of Exam	# of National / State of Iowa 1st Time Exam Takers	National % 1st Time Exam Takers Passing Rate	# of UI 1st Time Exam Takers / Passing Rate	National/ State Of Iowa Mean Scaled Score	UI Mean Scaled Score	UI Passing Rate
2010	13550 /	92	22 / 96%	85 /	87	100%
2009	13,762 / 199	91	23 / 91%	85 / 85	86	100%
2008	14,210 / 208	91	23 / 100%	85 / 85	87	100%
2007	14,142 / 220	91	23 / 96%	85 / 86	87	100%
2006	14,061 / 205	91	21 / 100%	85 / 85	87	100%
2005	13,200 / 199	89	21 / 100%	85 / 86	89	100%
2004	11,860 / 191	89	24 / 100%	84 / 84	86	100%
2003	9,627 / 166	89	21 / 95%	83 / 84	86	100%
2002	8,168	88	15 / 100%	83 / 85	87	100%
2001	7,434	88	21 / 100%	83 / 84	85	100%

 

Program On-Time Completion Rate Information

Graduating Year	#of Students Starting Program	# of Students Graduating	Completion %
2012	21	Current 21	Current 100%
2011	22	Current 22	Current 100%
2010	24	22	92%
2009	25	24	96%
2008	25	23	92%
2007	25	23	92%

 

Program Placement Rate

Year	# of Graduates	# of Graduates Entering Full-time in Workforce	# of Graduates Pursuing Additional Education	Graduates Pursuing Additional Modality Education*	Placement Rate**
2011	22	1 (100% in Iowa)	22	4 - CT, 3- MRI, 2 - CVI, 2- NM, 4 - DMS, 6 - RTT
2010	22	2 (50% in Iowa)	22	3 - CT, 6- MRI, 5- NM, 5- US, 3 - RTT	100%
2009	24	1 (100% in Iowa)	24	10 - CT, 5- MRI, 1-CVI, 2- NM, 4- US, 3 - RTT	100%
2008	23	2 (50% in Iowa)	23	5 - CT, 8- MRI, 1-CVI, 1- NM, 4- US, 2 - RTT, 2- QM/PACS	100%
2007	23	4 (50% in Iowa)	19	5 - CT, 1- MRI, 2-CVI, 5- NM, 2- US, 1 - RTT, 3- QM	100%
2006	21	2 (100% in Iowa)	19	5 - CT, 1- MRI, 5- NM, 3- US, 3 - RTT, 1 QM	100%
2005	21	3 (67% in Iowa)	18	1 - CT, 1- MRI, 4- CVI, 3- NM, 5- US, 2 - RTT, 2 QM/PACS	100%

* CT = Computed Tomography, MRI = Magnetic Resonance Imaging, CVI = Cardiovascular Interventional, DMS = Diagnostic Medical , RTT = Radiation Therapy, NM = Nuclear Medicine, QM/PACS = Quality Managment/PACS (discontinued in 2008), RS = BS in Radiation Sciences General Education Coursework.

**Placement rate is calculated using the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (www.jrcert.org) methodology.

Median Student Debt Load

Year	# of Graduates	Total Debt Median		Federal Debt Median
		Median Count	Median	Median Count	Median
2010	22	14	$15,000	14	$15,000

These median debt figures are developed and provided by the UI Office of Student Financial Aid.