Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Associate of Applied Science in Radiography Degree

Associate of Applied Science
Southwest Virginia Community College

This program is included in: G3

This program prepares students to become entry-level radiographers.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree Math and science intensive in RAD 110, 112, 270 and 215; Requires internship in hospital radiology departments
Program Requirement Notes
Program Requirement Notes

Pre-Requisites: HS chemistry & Biology, ENG 111 & MTH 154 eligibility, TEAS, Shadowing. Program requires attendance to and participation in classes, labs, and clinical assignments. Requires travel. Requires additional purchase of software, uniforms, markers, society and club membership, dosimetry service, textbooks, and licensure/certification exam fee.

Considerations When Selecting Courses

Pre-requisites: HS level biology and chemistry; ENG 111 and MTH 154 eligibility; TEAS AH test; Shadowing; RAD courses are sequenced within the curriculum and cannot be taken out of sequence.

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Southwest Virginia Community College within your first year
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights Job placement rate of graduates seeking employment is 100% from 2013 - 2022;
Related Programs & Certifications
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On Completion You Are Ready For
Credential
Career Studies In Computerized Tomography
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Program Credit Requirements
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What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion

Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School No; Some of the general education classes can be completed via dual enrollment; but not the entire curriculum.
Credit for Prior Learning
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Southwest Virginia Community College
College Level Information
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Number of Transfer Students
747
Percent of Accepted Transfer Students
100%, AV GPA 3.07
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? Annual HC 3145, Transfer in per semester 97, Av Class size 12, Limited Foundation Owned Housing
Transfer Student Catalog Year Fall , Spring, Summer is a catalog year
First Year Student Catalog Year Fall , Spring, Summer is a catalog year
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Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
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Piedmont Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in RadiographyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - RadiographyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate in Applied Science Degree in RadiographyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Western Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Radiography DegreeAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityClinical Radiation Sciences with concentration in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Bachelor of ScienceBachelorBachelor of Science4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityClinical Radiation Sciences with concentration in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Second Modality), Bachelor of ScienceBachelorBachelor of Science4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityClinical Radiation Sciences with concentration in Radiography, Bachelor of ScienceBachelorBachelor of Science4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityClinical Radiation Sciences with concentration in Radiography (Degree Completion), Bachelor of ScienceBachelorBachelor of Science4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityClinical Radiation Sciences with concentration in Radiation Therapy, Bachelor of ScienceBachelorBachelor of Science4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityClinical Radiation Sciences with concentration in Radiation Therapy (Degree Completion), Bachelor of ScienceBachelorBachelor of Science4-YearIn-Person
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityClinical Radiation Sciences with concentration in Radiation Therapy (Second Modality), Bachelor of ScienceBachelorBachelor of Science4-YearIn-Person
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
25-1071.00Health Specialties Teachers, PostsecondaryTeach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
29-2034.00Radiologic Technologists and TechniciansTake x-rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's bloodstream for diagnostic or research purposes. Includes radiologic technologists and technicians who specialize in other scanning modalities.Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 72 credits remaining to be completed

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Estimated Cost for the Associate of Applied Science in Radiography Degree at Southwest Virginia Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 5 semesters or 2.5 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $175 Per Credit $12,600 $0 $12,600 168.30 tuition per credit and 6.75 comprehensive fee per credit
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.