Bachelor of Science Degree in Imaging Sciences

The Baccalaureate Degree Imaging Sciences Program is a four-year program of study with areas of concentration in Computed Tomography/Magnetic Resonance (CT/MR) and Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS). The programs have a selective admission policy, which is separate and in addition to the University's admission procedure. The number of available clinical positions limits enrollment in the program. Candidates for the programs will be ranked according to grade point average in the general education courses, support courses, and radiography courses.

Students must apply for admission by the first Monday in April. Students are officially admitted into the programs in the following Summer II term. The program consists of 13 months of either Computed Tomography/Magnetic Resonance or Diagnostic Medical Sonography courses.

Upon completion of the CT/MR Program and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) clinical requirements, the graduate may be eligible to sit for the ARRT National Certification Examination in Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance. Upon completion of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program, the graduate may be eligible to sit for the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) National Certification Examinations.

Admission Criteria

A. Unconditional acceptance to Morehead State University through the Office of Enrollment Services. The office may be contacted at (606) 783-2000.

B. Completion of the following courses with a minimum grade of "C" (some courses can be transferred from other institutions):

BIOL 234 — Human Anatomy & Physiology I

3

BIOL 235 — Human Anatomy & Physiology II

3

CIS 101 — Computers for Learning

3

COMM 108 — Fundamentals of Speech Communication

3

ENG 100 — Writing I

3

ENG 200 — Writing II

3

MATH 152 — College Algebra

3

IMS/NURS 202 — Medical Terminology

2

PSY 154 — Introduction to Psychology

3

HUM I & HUM II - Humanities Distribution Requirement

6

NSC II - Natural Sciences Distribution Requirement

3

SBS I - Social & Behavioral Distribution Requirement

3

Total General Education & Support Courses

38

C. More than two failures of pre-radiologic science courses within two complete academic years will result in ineligibility for admission. This includes failure of more than two courses or failures of the same course more than twice. Students with course failure(s) prior to the two-year period (two complete academic years) will be considered for admission if the student has demonstrated satisfactory academic progress ("C" or above in required courses) since the course failures.

D. A GPA of 2.5 or higher for all required college work.

E. Graduate of the Associate Degree Radiologic Science Program at MSU or other radiography program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Considerations for non-JRCERT program graduates will be considered on an individual or program basis. Graduates of an approved program may receive an equivalent credit block to satisfy the radiography component.

F. Registered and in good standing with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography. Applicants who are not registered must obtain certification prior to the beginning of the fall semester.

G. Meet the established health and physical capability requirements as listed below.

1. Vision capabilities:

a. Normal or corrected refraction within the range of 20/20 to 20/60.

b. Able to distinguish color shade changes.

2. Auditory capabilities: possess normal or corrected hearing ability within 0 to 45-decibel range.

3. Tactile capabilities:

a. Possess in at least one hand the ability to perceive temperature change and pulsation and to differentiate between various textures and structures.

b. Recognize an object by touching and handling.

4. Language capabilities: possess the ability to verbally communicate.

5. Minimal motor capabilities:

a. Grasp securely with two functional upper limbs.

b. Push and/or pull moveable objects weighing 100-150 lbs.

c. Lift at least 25 lbs. without assistance.

d. Stand for long periods of time.

e. Walk without assistance of canes, crutches, walkers, and/or humans.

f. Reach above shoulders and below waist.

g. Twist, bend, stoop/squat, and move quickly.

6. Mental health: possess the ability to adapt to the environment, function in everyday activities, and cope with stressors.

7. Freedom from transmittable disease as documented by:

a. Negative PPD and/or chest x-ray within immediate past 12 months.

b. Rubella and rubeola antibody test (titer values that indicate immunity) documentation of MMR (rubella and rubeola and mumps) vaccine.

c. Hepatitis B Vaccine series.

d. Varicella zoster live-virus vaccine or reliable history of varicella (chicken pox) or serologic evidence of immunity.

e. Immunization as recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices of the U.S. Public Health Service and the Committee on Infectious Disease of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Note: The Magnetic Resonance system has a very strong magnetic field that may be hazardous to individuals entering the MR environment if they have certain metallic, electronic, magnetic, or mechanical implants, devices, or objects. To perform/assist with MRI procedures on patients, students' must initially undergo the same screening procedures as patients in order to enter the scan room. Objects that display any form of ferromagnetism are therefore of particular concern for MRI.

If any of the above are applicable, contact the Academic Counseling Coordinators at (606) 783-2639 or 783-2641 for further information regarding screening.

This notice has been adopted and modified from Frank G. Shellock Web site, www.MRI Safety.com.

H. Possess current certification in Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (CPR) by the American Heart Association.

Application Procedure

Applications will be accepted beginning in January and must be received by the first Monday in April.

  1. Submit a complete application packet with the following required materials:
    1. Imaging Sciences Admission Application, Bachelor of Science Degree in Imaging Sciences designating the Computed Tomography Magnetic Resonance Program or Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Applicants applying to both programs must rank the programs into a first and second choice. Entrance will not be granted to both programs.
    2. Official transcript(s) documenting all courses required for admission. Students currently enrolled are required to submit spring midterm grades for consideration. Students attending institutions that do not provide midterm grades must submit a letter from the radiography program coordinator or individual faculty in general education courses stating the student's letter grade at the current time for each course. All letters must be submitted on official institutional letterhead. Students must complete required courses with a "C" or better and maintain a grade point average of 2.5 or higher.
    3. Copy of course description(s) if transfer credit is sought.
    4. Copy of the current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists registration card for radiography. Applicants who are not registered must obtain certification prior to the beginning of the fall semester.
    5. Copy of the current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (Computed Tomography and/or Magnetic Resonance) registration card (if applicable).
    6. Copy of the current American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) registration card (if applicable).

      Note: If applying to both programs, you must rank your choice. Select which program is your first and second preference. Entrance will not be granted to both programs. Failure to rank your choices (if applying to both programs) will make your application invalid.

  2. Mail complete application packet to:

Morehead State University

Department of Imaging Sciences

Bachelor of Science in Imaging Sciences

Academic Counseling Coordinators

CHER 201AA & 201BB

Morehead, KY 40351

Phone: (606) 783-2639 or

(606) 783-2641

Requirements for Completion of a Bachelor of Science Degree in Imaging Sciences

  1. Complete a minimum of 134-135 credit hours, of which, a minimum of 43 credit hours must be upper division courses (numbered 300 or above). The total credit hours include general education, support, radiography, and computed tomography/magnetic resonance or diagnostic medical sonography courses.
  2. Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on all work completed at the University.
  3. Complete at least 32 credit hours at MSU with the last 16 hours preceding graduation earned at MSU. Regional campus sites satisfy this requirement; however, correspondence courses do not.

Fees and Expenses

Fees and expenses specific to the Department of Imaging Sciences Programs are in addition to those required by MSU. These are subject to change without prior notification. The students are responsible for the purchase of white uniforms, white hose (if applicable), white clinical shoes, white lab coat, malpractice insurance, laboratory fees, dosimeter related fees, film marker fees (if applicable), and all housing and transportation expenses incurred during clinical internship assignments. Students are also responsible for all fees for criminal background checks, drug-testing, certification examinations and all applicable course fees.

Additional Information

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