Radiologic Technology (X-Ray)

To meet graduation requirements for the Radiologic Technology program, students must successfully complete all required prerequisite courses with a grade of “C” or higher. A grade of “C” or higher is required in each RGT course and required academic courses to progress in the program.

Application: Application to the Radiologic Technology program is made by indicating Radiology Technology (X-Ray) as your program of study on your MCC Admissions Application. The deadline to apply to the Radiology program is May 1. 

Minimum Admission Requirements (in addition to general admission requirements):

• Admission Checklist (PDF)

• Participate in a mandatory RGT information session during the spring semester of application. The mandatory information session will be scheduled for the prospective student only after all other requirements have been met. Students will receive notice from the registrar’s office about scheduling their information session.

The RGT Admissions Committee will select each semester’s class from the pool of applicants who meet minimum admission requirements. Any application with incomplete records will not be considered for admission.

The admission process is competitive and completion of minimum requirements is not a guarantee of admission.

Priority consideration for admission will be given as follows:

1. In-district students who complete program prerequisites and/or general education coursework at MCC;

2. Out-of-district students who complete program prerequisites and/or general education coursework at MCC;

3. Mississippi residents who complete program prerequisites and/or general education coursework elsewhere;

4. Out-of-state students. 

After program admission and before beginning clinical rotations, students must provide proof of MMR and varicella immunizations. In addition, students are required to complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR training that remains valid for the duration of the two-year program. This CPR certification must be completed prior to the program start date. Classes are available through MCC’s Workforce Development Center. A tuberculosis (TB) skin test and drug screening will be scheduled by the Radiologic Technology program faculty after enrollment. Students are responsible for the cost of all required immunizations, testing, and certifications. 

All students admitted to the Radiologic Technology Program are required to complete fingerprinting and criminal background checks. These are conducted after admission and before clinical placement, with associated fees included in registration costs. Please note that certain convictions may disqualify a student from participating in clinical experiences. Because clinical participation is essential for program completion, any student deemed ineligible for clinical placement will be dismissed from the program. For more information, please contact your advisor. 

Students in the Radiologic Technology Program must attend MCC full-time. 

The Radiologic Technology (RGT) program is a nationally accredited program. General Education and Radiography courses comprise the program of study. Clinical experience and instruction is provided in local affiliated radiology centers.

In order to progress in the program, a grade of “80” or better is required in all Radiology (RGT) courses. A passing grade must be earned in all other coursework with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.

The radiography program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology

20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
312-704-5300
Email: mail@jrcert.org

The program's current award is 5 years.

General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found here.

Meridian Community College's Radiologic Technology program page may be found using the 'Find a Program' feature at jcert.org/find-a-program.

The mission of the Meridian Community College Radiologic Technology Program is to serve patients and employers by graduating competent, entry-level radiographers able to function both independently and as team members within the healthcare community.

MCC’s Radiologic Technology program is a program that meets the education requirements for a Radiologic Technologist in MS and qualifies graduates to take the certifying examination of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

Determinations about whether the Radiologic Technology program at MCC meets the state education requirements for US States, Territories, and the District of Columbia can be found here.