Admission requirements and policies

The Radiography Program accepts up to 20 students each year for the 20-month program.

Prerequisites

To be eligible for the Radiography Program, you must:

• Have a minimum GPA of 2.5 or above on a 4.0 scale
• Be 18 years of age by the start of the program
• Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• Complete at least 13 of 29 prerequisite courses prior to applying

Preference will be given to applicants who already hold an associate’s degree or higher or who will complete a degree by the end of the program’s first semester.

Applicants have two options to enter the program:

1. Earn an Associate of Science (A.S.) in Radiography in partnership with Florida State College Jacksonville located in Jacksonville, Florida. Applicants complete 19 credits at FSCJ to be eligible for the A.S. degree. Transfer credit for previous general college coursework may be accepted by FSCJ.
2. Enter the program with an associate degree or higher from an accredited institution with completed required coursework.

Course requirements

In addition to the items previously listed, the following coursework must be completed with a grade of a C or higher. Applicants must complete 13 of the 29 prerequisite credits prior to applying to the program. Those who do not demonstrate 13 completed credits will be marked ineligible and their application will be withdrawn.

In order to be awarded the associate in science degree, students must demonstrate competency in civic literacy in accordance with s. 1007.25, Florida Statutes (F.S.) and State Board of Education Rule 6A-10.02413, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.) More information about this requirement can be found on the FSCJ website.

Competitive applicants

Students will be most competitive if they have:

• A GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale.
• An associate’s degree or higher or will complete an associate’s degree by the end of the program’s first semester
• Previous patient care or customer service experience
• Completed at least 18 prerequisite credits within the past 10 years (for the associate degree pathway, they must be taken at FSCJ)
• Hold an associate degree or more advanced degree.
• Completed at least one of the following courses with a B or higher: 
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology I 
  • Physics for Liberal Arts with Laboratory
  • Medical Terminology (for health professions)

Transfer student policy 

Transfer credit from other radiography program coursework that is specific to radiography is not accepted.

FSCJ may accept transfer credit for previous general college coursework.

Non-U.S. citizen applicants

Admission to Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences is open to U.S. workers in the four categories below. Therefore, visa sponsorship is not available.

1. U.S. citizens
2. U.S. nationals
3. Lawful permanent residents
4. Asylees and refugees

Applicants whose primary language is not English must submit results from the Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-based test (TOEFL iBT). Scores from the speaking portion of the exam are given particular consideration in admission decisions. Learn more about the exam and register online at the Educational Testing Service.

The Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences code for the TOEFL iBT is 5784.

Educational transcripts from schools outside the U.S. must be translated (if they are not already in English) and evaluated for U.S. equivalence by an accredited credential evaluation service company prior to submission. Please refer to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services for a list of qualified companies. The applicant pays for the examination and credential-evaluation services.

Equal opportunity

Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences upholds all federal and state laws that preclude discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disabilities, or veteran status. 

For more information, review the Student Selection Committee Policy or visit the Education Office of Belonging.

Application process

Application instructions

Complete the following steps to apply:

1. Create an account to begin the online Application for Admission
   • Select - Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences
   • Select - Radiography Program (FLA)
2. Complete each section of the application and submit
3. After submission, view the required Supplemental Items and Documents
• Upload each required item in the Supplemental Items section 
• Complete the Recommendation Request section

Additional required items

• Unofficial transcripts from all educational institutions, including all college and university credits and grades from your most recent quarter or semester, may be uploaded in the Supplemental Items area for application purposes. If admitted, official copies of all transcripts will be required prior to start of program and must be directly sent from the institution to:

Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences
Radiography Program
Vincent A. Stabile Building, Room 831N
4500 San Pablo Road
Jacksonville, FL 32224

• Essay/personal statement
• CV/resume: Upload your resume in the application system. Your resume is a chance to highlight your experiences and skills.
• One recommendation is required and must be completed in the Recommendation Request section. The recommender will receive an email with a link to complete a rating form. Please select either an academic recommendation or a professional recommendation.  
  • Academic: Choose a person familiar with your educational qualifications and your potential for success in the field of radiography. References may include current or former teachers or professors.
  • Professional: Choose a person familiar with your professional qualifications and your potential for success in the field of radiography. References may include employers, teachers, or supervisors.

Interview process

Applicants considered for acceptance are invited to an interview with the program's interview panel. Admissions decisions are based on the applicant’s performance in the prerequisite courses and the interview.

U.S. citizenship or permanent immigrant status is required for admission to this program.

Fluency in written and spoken English is essential for success in the program and to ensure patient safety. Applicants must demonstrate objective competency in English through the admission interview and may be required to submit results from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) examination or equivalent examination.

Acceptance

All acceptance letters are emailed by mid-June. Your reply is expected within two weeks. Your acceptance to the program is contingent upon successful completion of all prerequisites, the employee health requirements, a drug screen, and a background check.

Enrolled students are required to be covered in a medical insurance plan throughout their educational program at Mayo Clinic. Students who do not have health care coverage should purchase a policy from an agency or company of their choice. Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences does not endorse any particular plan or provider.