A radiographer, or radiologic technologist, assists physicians called radiologists who specialize in using radiation techniques including x-rays to diagnose and treat injuries. In Texas, you can apply for licensure once you have completed the requirements of ethics, education and exam, which are administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Texas has numerous accredited radiography schools around the state, in addition to the major state schools such as University of Texas, Texas Tech University, and A&M University.
South Texas College
South Texas College (STC), located in South Texas, offers an associate degree in radiologic technology through its Nursing and Allied Health Division. This program is accredited by ARRT. STC, which offers more than 90 degrees and certificate programs, serves 22,000 students with a faculty and staff of 1,800.
3201 W. Pecan
McAllen, Texas 78501
(956) 872-8311
nah.southtexascollege.edu/radiology/index.html
Midwestern State University
Midwestern State University (MSU), located in North Texas, offers an Associate of Applied Science in radiologic sciences (AAS), a Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Science (BSRS) and a Master of Science Radiologic Science (MSRS). This program is accredited by ARRT. The bachelor's degree is offered through distance education, and it is designed to help registered technologists prepare for advanced exams. The master's degree focuses on advanced topics of administration, education and radiologist assistant. MSU, which was founded in 1922, serves over 6,300 students.
3410 Taft Blvd
Wichita Falls, Texas 76308
(940) 397-4000
http://hs2.mwsu.edu/radsci/index.asp
Midland College
Midland College (MC), located in West Texas, offers an Associate of Applied Science in radiography. This program prepares you to take the certification exam and apply for licensure. MC, with a main campus that covers 224 acres, serves more than 6,300 students and has a faculty and staff of almost 600.
3600 N. Garfield
Midland, Texas 79705
(432) 685-4500
midland.edu/~radiography/
Austin Community College
Austin Community College (ACC), located in Central Texas, offers an Associate of Applied Science in radiography. This program is accredited by the ARRT. ACC, considered one of the fastest-growing two-year colleges in the nation, serves more than 40,000 students and has a faculty and staff of more than 3,000.
5930 Middle Fiskville Rd.
Austin, Texas 78752
(512) 223-4222
austincc.edu/it/cms/www/awardplans/awardplan.php?year=2010&type=CC&group=PCDMR&nid=9775&apid=86
El Centro College
El Centro College, located in North Texas, offers an Associate Degree in Applied Sciences through its Center for Allied Health and Nursing. This program is accredited by the ARRT. El Centro College is part of the Dallas County Community College District (DCCCD), serving more than 57,000 students.
801 Main Street
Dallas, Texas 75202
(214) 860-2000
elcentrocollege.edu/Program/Health/Radsci
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