Students are admitted into the program only through the Mayo School of Health-Related Sciences Radiography Program. Applicants have a competitive advantage if they graduated in the upper one-half of the high school graduating class, a score above the 50th percentile on a standard aptitude test, and a strong background in mathematics and science. High school chemistry and physics are strongly recommended. The application must be obtained from the Mayo School of Health-Related Sciences and must be submitted no later than February 1. Students must apply for admission to RCTC separately.
Admission is competitive.
It is based on previous education, work experience, goal statement, letters of reference, and interview. Science and math prerequisites must be completed within the previous five years. This is a 24-month program consisting of 61 academic credits and 34 clinical credits. Following appointment to the program by the Mayo School of Health-Related Sciences, students are enrolled in basic science and general education courses at RCTC for two semesters. Students also attend clinical practicums at Mayo during this time.