Radiology technicians, also called radiologic technologists or radiographers, use imaging tools like X-rays to help doctors find and monitor health problems. If you’re thinking about starting a career in this field, picking the right education program is one of the first steps. Since training and licensing rules are different in each state, it’s helpful to know what options are available where you live. This state-by-state guide will walk you through radiology technician programs across the U.S., so you can choose the one that matches your goals and meets your state’s requirements.
States with Accredited Radiology Technician Programs
Based on the JRCERT “Find a Program” database, every U.S. state except five hosts at least one accredited radiologic technologist program. These programs include associate, certificate, or bachelor’s degrees in radiography, MRI, or related fields.
States without Accredited Radiology Technician Programs
These five states currently do not have any JRCERT‑accredited radiologic technologist programs:
- Alaska
- Delaware
- New Hampshire
- Rhode Island
- Wyoming
Residents in these states may need to attend an accredited program in a nearby state to qualify for ARRT certification and employment.
Notes for Prospective Students
- Even in states without a program, almost all employers still require ARRT certification, so attending an accredited program elsewhere is essential.
- Many patients and facilities require technologists to graduate from JRCERT-accredited programs, reflecting the importance of attending such institutions.
- If you’re in a state without a program, consider applying to nearby community colleges or universities, especially in neighboring states, that offer accredited radiologic technology education.
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Radiology Technician Programs by State
Radiology technician programs are available in most states*, but the number, type, and availability of accredited programs can vary widely. This section breaks down which states offer approved radiologic technology programs, including key details like degree options and delivery formats, to help you find a program that aligns with your career goals and location.
Alabama
- Southern Union State Community College – Opelika, AL
Associate of Applied Science in Radiography (21 months). - Gadsden State Community College – Gadsden, AL
Associate in Applied Science (Radiologic Technology, ~5 semesters) - Trenholm State Community College – Montgomery, AL
Associate in Medical Radiologic Technology (~6 semesters). - University of South Alabama – Mobile, AL
Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences (Professional component ~6 semesters).
Arizona
- Pima Community College – Tucson, AZ
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (~24 months). - Arizona Western College – Yuma, AZ
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (~40 months). - Central Arizona College – Apache Junction, AZ
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (~41 months) - Yavapai College – Prescott, AZ
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (~24 months)
Arkansas
- North Arkansas College – Harrison, AR
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (21 months) - Arkansas State University – Jonesboro, AR
Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences (9-semester curriculum)
California
- Foothill College – Los Altos Hills, CA
Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology (2 years, JRCERT-accredited) - Cypress College – Cypress, CA
Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT-accredited) - Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts – Sacramento & Concord, CA
A.S. in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT-accredited)
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Colorado
- Colorado Mesa University – Grand Junction, CO
Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences (BSRS) (~40 months) - Community College of Denver (Lowry Campus) – Denver, CO
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (5–6 semesters) - Pueblo Community College – Pueblo, CO
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (~5 semesters) - Red Rocks Community College – Arvada, CO
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (21 months)
Connecticut
- Gateway Community College – New Haven, CT
Associate of Science in Radiography (~20 months) - Middlesex Community College – Middletown, CT
Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology (~22 months) - Quinnipiac University – Hamden, CT
Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences (three‑year BS program) - University of Hartford – West Hartford, CT. Certificate and Bachelor’s in Radiologic Technology
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Florida Radiology Technician Programs
- Florida SouthWestern State College – Fort Myers, FL
Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology (~22 months) - Miami Dade College – Miami, FL
Associate in Science in Radiologic Technology (re-established program)
Note: Newer program pending initial graduates, expected JRCERT recognition soon - Hillsborough Community College – Tampa, FL
Associate in Science in Radiologic Technology (limited enrollment)
JRCERT‑accredited; accepts small cohorts annually
Georgia
- Central Georgia Technical College – Warner Robins, GA
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology - Albany Technical College – Albany, GA
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology
Hawaii
- Kapi’olani Community College (University of Hawai‘i) – Honolulu, HI
Associate in Science in Radiologic Technology (2 years)
Idaho
- Boise State University – Boise, ID
Bachelor of Science in Radiographic Sciences (~38 months) - College of Southern Idaho – Twin Falls, ID
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (~22 months) - Idaho State University – Pocatello, ID
Bachelor of Science in Radiographic Science (~18 months certificate/tracking) - North Idaho College – Coeur d’Alene, ID
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (6 semesters) - Lewis-Clark State College – Lewiston, ID
Associate in Science in Radiographic Science (2 years)
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Illinois
- Malcolm X College (City Colleges of Chicago) – Chicago, IL
Associate in Applied Science in Radiologic Technology - Kishwaukee College – Malta, IL
Associate in Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (A.A.S.) - Triton College – River Grove, IL
Associate in Applied Science in Radiologic Technology
Indiana
- Indiana University School of Medicine – Indianapolis, IN
Associate in Radiography - Indiana University Northwest – Gary, IN
Associate of Science in Radiography - Ivy Tech Community College – Multiple campuses (e.g., Indianapolis, Terre Haute, Columbus)
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Imaging
Iowa
- Northeast Iowa Community College – Calmar, IA
Associate in Applied Science in Radiologic Technology - Iowa Central Community College – Fort Dodge, IA
Associate in Applied Science in Radiologic Technology - Indian Hills Community College – Ottumwa, IA
Associate in Applied Science in Radiologic Technology - Southeastern Community College – West Burlington, IA
Associate in Applied Science in Radiologic Technology
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Kansas
- Fort Hays State University – Hays, KS
Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology (24 months) - Hutchinson Community College – Hutchinson, KS
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (24 months) - Labette Community College – Parsons, KS
Associate of Applied Science in Radiography (23 months) - Newman University – Wichita, KS
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (24 months) - Washburn University – Topeka, KS
Associate of Science in Radiography (21 months)
Kentucky
- Jefferson Community & Technical College – Louisville, KY
Associate in Science in Radiography (21 months) - Southcentral Kentucky Community & Technical College – Bowling Green, KY
Associate in Radiography (~2 years) - Northeast Kentucky University (via Northern Kentucky University) – Highland Heights, KY
Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology - Bluegrass Community & Technical College – Lexington, KY
AAS in Radiologic Technology - Sullivan University – Lexington, KY
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (24 months) - Jefferson (DuPont Circle) Campus of Sullivan University – Louisville, KY
Associate in Radiography
Louisiana
- Baton Rouge General Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology – Baton Rouge, LA
Certificate in Radiologic Technology (approx. 24 months) - Delgado Community College – New Orleans, LA
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology - Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University – Baton Rouge, LA
Associate in Radiologic Technology - Louisiana State University–Alexandria – Alexandria, LA
Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology - McNeese State University – Lake Charles, LA
Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences (4 years) - Northwestern State University – Shreveport, LA
Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences - Southern University at Shreveport (SUSLA) – Shreveport, LA
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology - University of Holy Cross (Ochsner Center) – New Orleans, LA
Associate of Science / Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology - University of Louisiana Monroe – Monroe, LA
Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences
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Maine
- Eastern Maine Community College – Bangor, ME
Associate of Science in Medical Radiography (~40 months) - Kennebec Valley Community College – Fairfield, ME
Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology (~38 months) - Maine College of Health Professions – Lewiston, ME
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (48 months) - Southern Maine Community College – South Portland, ME
Associate of Science in Radiography (~44 months)
Maryland
Based on multiple program reviews and state board resources:
- Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) – Arnold, MD
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (24 months) - Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC) – Baltimore County, MD
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology - Howard Community College – Columbia, MD
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology - Hagerstown Community College – Hagerstown, MD
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology - Wor‑Wic Community College – Salisbury, MD
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology
Massachusetts
- MassBay Community College – Wellesley Hills, MA
Associate in Science in Radiologic Technology (21-month daytime / part‑time evening options) - Massasoit Community College – Brockton, MA
Associate in Science in Radiologic Technology (~22 months) - Middlesex Community College – Bedford, MA
Associate in Science in Radiologic Technology (5 semesters)
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Michigan
- Wayne State University (Detroit, MI)
Bachelor of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology - Lake Michigan College (Benton Harbor, MI)
Associate in Science in Radiography - Ferris State University (Big Rapids, MI)
Associate in Radiography
Minnesota
- Minneapolis VA Healthcare System (Minneapolis, MN)
Radiography Certificate Program – included in JRCERT listings - Minnesota West Community & Technical College (Worthington, MN)
Associate in Applied Science, Radiologic Technology – radiologyed.org source - St. Catherine University (St. Paul, MN)
Bachelor of Science in Radiography – JRCERT referenced on program documents
Mississippi
- Mississippi Delta Community College (Moorhead, MS)
Associate in Applied Science in Radiologic Technology – from JRCERT continuing accreditation info. - University of Mississippi Medical Center (Jackson, MS)
Bachelor’s in Radiologic Technology – verified by JRCERT award letters
Missouri
- Missouri Southern State University – Joplin, MO
Associate of Applied Science in Radiography
Montana
- Missoula College, University of Montana – Missoula, MT
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (5 semesters) - Montana Tech (Highlands College) – Butte, MT
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology - MSU Billings – City College – Billings, MT
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (21 months) - Flathead Valley Community College – Kalispell, MT
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology
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Nebraska
- Southeast Community College – Multiple campuses, NE
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology - Nebraska Methodist College – Omaha, NE
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology - Mary Lanning Healthcare School of Radiologic Technology – Hastings, NE
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology - University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) – Omaha/Kearney, NE
Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging & Therapeutic Sciences - CHI Health School of Radiologic Technology – Lincoln area, NE
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology
Nevada
- Great Basin College – Elko, NV
Associate of Applied Science in Radiography (26 months)
The program offers an 8-year accreditation award and strong job placement rates - Truckee Meadows Community College – Reno, NV
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (approx. 40 months) - Pima Medical Institute – Las Vegas – Las Vegas, NV
Associate of Applied Science in Radiography (approx. 24 months)
Strong exam pass rates and job placement per program data - University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) – Las Vegas, NV
Bachelor of Science in Radiography (approx. 122 months program length seems mis‑typed, likely a multi-track BS)
Accredited with established placement outcomes
New Jersey
- Shore Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology – Somers Point, NJ
Certificate with A.A.S. via Atlantic Cape Community College (21 months)
JRCERT-accredited certificate program; students receive their A.A.S. through Atlantic Cape Community College - Atlantic Cape Community College / Shore Medical Center – Somers Point, NJ
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (~21 months professional phase)
Prerequisite coursework at college; professional phase at hospital-affiliated schoo - The Valley Hospital School of Radiography – Paramus, NJ
Certificate program with A.A.S. through affiliate college (~24 months)
Sponsored by The Valley Hospital with curriculum overseen by JRCERT standards
New Mexico
- Central New Mexico Community College (CNM) – Albuquerque, NM
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (approx. 24 months) - Clovis Community College – Clovis, NM
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (approx. 22 months) - Doña Ana Community College (DACC) – Las Cruces, NM
Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology (~21 months) - Pima Medical Institute – Albuquerque – Albuquerque, NM
Associate of Applied Science in Radiography (~24 months)
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New York
- NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue School of Radiologic Technology – New York, NY
Certificate in Radiologic Technology (24 months, JRCERT-accredited) - Monroe Community College – Rochester, NY
21-month A.S. in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT-accredited through 2030) - NYC College of Technology (CUNY) – Brooklyn, NY
A.A.S. in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT-accredited) - Hunter Business School – Levittown or Medford, NY
Hybrid Radiologic Technology Diploma (JRCERT-accredited)
North Carolina
- Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) – Greensboro, NC
Associate of Applied Science in Radiography (21-month program) - Wake Technical Community College (Wake Tech) – Raleigh, NC
Associate in Applied Science in Radiography (21-month full-time program) - Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) – Fayetteville, NC
Associate Degree in Radiography (approx. 5 semesters) - Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center – Charlotte, NC
Certificate program (ARRT-eligible) with an AAS via affiliated college (~24 months)
North Dakota
- Sanford Medical Center, Bismarck – Bismarck, ND
Certificate in Radiography (22 months, hospital-based) - Sanford Medical Center, Fargo – Fargo, ND
Certificate in Radiography (21 months, hospital-based) - Trinity Health Radiography Program – Minot, ND
Certificate in Radiography (24 months)
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Ohio
- Columbus State Community College (CSCC) – Columbus, OH
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Imaging (Radiography) - Cuyahoga Community College (Tri‑C) – Cleveland/Parma, OH
Associate in Applied Science in Radiography - Cleveland Clinic – Beachwood School of Radiologic Technology – Beachwood, OH
Certificate program with degree via an affiliate college; ARRT eligibility
Oklahoma
- Autry Technology Center – Enid, OK
Certificate in Radiography (18 months) - Rose State College – Midwest City, OK
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (~40 months) - Tulsa Community College – Tulsa, OK
Associate of Applied Science in Radiography (~60 months) - Metro Technology Centers – Oklahoma City, OK
Certificate in Radiologic Technology (approx. 44 months) - Meridian Technology Center – Stillwater, OK
Certificate in Radiologic Technology (~29 months)
Oregon
- Portland Community College (PCC) – Portland, OR
Associate of Applied Science in Radiography (2 years) - Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) – Portland, OR
Bachelor of Science in Radiation Therapy (32 months)
Pennsylvania
- UPMC Northwest Radiologic Technology – Seneca, PA
Certificate or Associate in Radiography - Bucks County Community College – Newtown, PA
Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology (21 months) - Community College of Philadelphia – Philadelphia, PA
A.A.S. in Diagnostic Medical Imaging (24 months) - UPMC Jameson School of Radiography – New Castle, PA
Associate or Certificate in Radiologic Technology - Pennsylvania College of Technology – Williamsport, PA
Associate in Radiologic Technology (24 months)
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South Carolina
- Spartanburg Community College (SCC) – Spartanburg, SC
Associate in Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (approx. 21 months) - York Technical College – Rock Hill, SC
Associate in Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (about 2 years) - Greenville Technical College – Greenville, SC
Associate in Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (full-time program)
South Dakota
- Avera McKennan Hospital School of Radiologic Technology – Sioux Falls, SD
Certificate in Radiologic Technology (24 months, hospital-based) - Avera Sacred Heart Hospital School of Radiologic Technology – Yankton, SD
Certificate in Radiologic Technology (approx. 16–24 months) - Mitchell Technical College – Mitchell, SD
Associate in Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (21-month program) - Mount Marty University – Yankton, SD
Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Science (~24 months after prerequisite coursework)
Tennessee
- Volunteer State Community College (Vol State)– Gallatin, TN
Associate in Applied Science in Radiologic Technology - Chattanooga State Community College – Chattanooga, TN
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology
\ - East Tennessee State University (ETSU) – Johnson City, TN
Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Science (Radiography track) - University of Tennessee Medical Center School of Radiography – Knoxville, TN
Certificate/Associate in Radiologic Technology
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Texas
A wide array of community colleges and technical schools across Texas offer accredited radiography programs:
- St. Philip’s College (Alamo Colleges) – San Antonio, TX
Associate of Applied Science in Radiography (full‑time, ~60 credits) - Tarrant County College (Hurst) – Fort Worth, TX
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (approx. 24 months) - Midwestern State University – Wichita Falls, TX
Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences (BSRS) - Baptist Health System School of Health Professions – San Antonio, TX
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (hybrid delivery) - Odessa College – Odessa, TX
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (22-month curriculum with clinical rotations)
Utah
Utah offers respected programs at both public and private technical colleges:
- Utah Tech University – St. George, UT
Associate of Science in Medical Radiography (approx. 24 months) - Weber State University – Ogden, UT
Associate of Applied Science in Radiography
Vermont
Vermont has limited but reputable accredited programs serving the region:
- Vermont Technical College – Randolph, VT
Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology (~5 semesters, includes ~1,600 hrs clinical) - University of Vermont (UVM) – Burlington, VT
Bachelor of Science in Medical Radiation Sciences (includes radiography track
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Virginia
- Mary Washington Hospital School of Radiologic Technology – Fredericksburg, VA
Certificate (21 months), AAS awarded via affiliate college - Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) – multiple campuses, such as Annandale, VA
Associate of Applied Science in Radiography - Central Virginia Community College (CVCC) – Lynchburg, VA
Associate in Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (6 semesters) - Virginia Western Community College (VWCC) – Roanoke, VA
Associate of Applied Science in Radiography (full-time program) - Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) – Richlands, VA
Associate in Applied Science in Radiography (20-month program)
Washington
- Olympic College – Poulsbo, WA
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology - Wenatchee Valley College – Wenatchee, WA
Associate in Radiologic Technology (certificate/AAS)
West Virginia
- West Virginia University Hospitals Radiologic Technology – Morgantown, WV
Certificate in Radiography (~22 months) in partnership with Pierpont CTC - United Hospital Center / Pierpont Community & Technical College – Bridgeport, WV
Associate of Applied Science in Technical Studies with Radiologic Technology - Bluefield State University – Bluefield, WV
Associate in Radiologic Technology & Imaging Science - Southern WV Community & Technical College – Logan, WV
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology - University of Charleston (Beckley or Charleston campuses) – WV
Associate in Radiologic Science
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Wisconsin
- Moraine Park Technical College – Fond du Lac, WI
Associate of Applied Science in Radiography - Northcentral Technical College (NTC) – Wausau, WI
Associate of Applied Science in Radiography - UW–Milwaukee / UW Health University Hospital School of Radiologic Technology – Milwaukee, WI
Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology (clinical phase at UW Health) - ThedaCare School of Radiologic Technology – Neenah, WI
AAS or Certificate (21‑month in‑house school affiliated with UW‑Oshkosh)
Do All States License Radiology Technicians?
While the majority of states regulate the practice of radiologic technology through licensing or certification requirements, not all states follow the same approach. In fact, a handful of states do not require radiology technicians to hold a state-issued license at all. Understanding these differences is essential for anyone pursuing a career in radiologic technology, as your ability to practice, and the credentials you’ll need, can vary widely depending on where you live or plan to work. This section explores which states require licensure, which do not, and what that means for aspiring radiology technicians.
- Over 75% of states require state licensure on top of ARRT certification.
- Some additional states have minimal or specialty-only regulation, such as Alaska (only fluoroscopy license) while others rely entirely on ARRT credentials.
States that Do Not Require Licensure
This means no state-level licensing is mandated, only ARRT certification is typically sufficient.
- Alabama
- Idaho
- Missouri
- North Carolina
- South Dakota
Note: While these states may not legally require licenses, many employers still prefer ARRT-certified technologists
Licensure Frameworks Across the U.S.
| State Category | Licensing Details |
| No Licensing Required | AL, ID, MO, NC, SD—state has no radiology license statute |
| National ARRT Only | States that accept ARRT certification without state license: e.g., GA, DC, CO, OK, PA, VA, MN, MI. |
| Both State & ARRT Licensure Required | Most other states (e.g., NJ, IL, NY, TX, OH, WI) require both state-issued license and ARRT credential |
Key Takeaways for Prospective Students
Choosing a radiology technician program is a significant step toward a rewarding career in healthcare. As a prospective student, it’s crucial to understand how licensing requirements, program accreditation, and state-specific regulations can impact your education and employment opportunities. By carefully researching programs by state, ensuring alignment with ARRT standards, and staying informed about evolving industry demands, you’ll be better positioned to make confident, future-focused decisions. With the right preparation, you can begin your journey toward becoming a skilled and certified radiologic technologist.
- Most states require you to graduate from a JRCERT-accredited radiologic technology program and become certified by ARRT, then obtain state licensure where applicable.
- In the five non-licensure states, working legally often still requires ARRT certification, because employers, hospitals, and insurers expect it.
- Licensing requirements shape where you can study and work, so it’s essential to check both the education and legal framework in your state.
*This is not a comprehensive list of schools by states. We will continue to add more schools.
