The first step is acceptance to the C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University. A formal application must be made to the Admissions Committee of the C.W. Post Campus. Information regarding application to the C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University may be obtained by contacting the C.W. Post Office of Admissions at (516) 299-2900 or emailing enroll@cwpost.liu.edu. For information about scholarships and financial aid see our guide to Scholarships and Financial Aid

The second step requires a formal application to the Radiologic Technology Program. Upon acceptance to the C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University, interested students may obtain an application packet for the Radiologic Technology Program by calling (516) 299-3075.

Students enter the professional portion of the program in the fall semester of their junior year. Freshmen and transfer students desiring to enter the program must have completed approximately 64 academic credits of liberal arts and sciences course work to be eligible for entrance to the Radiologic Technology Program. Students are advised to contact the program office beginning in the month of January prior to the fall semester in which they wish to enter.

The program's admission procedure includes a separate application form, letters of reference, a personal statement, an entrance examination and an interview with members of the Radiologic Technology Admissions Committee. The Radiologic Technology Admissions Committee will make the final selections of candidates who are admitted into the program.

Admission to the Radiologic Technology Program is highly competitive. It is recommended that interested students will have achieved a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 with a demonstrable interest in science and health.

Medical Imaging Professionals

Credentialed professionals who are graduates of hospital-based programs or college-based programs approved by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) may be admitted to the program by applying to the C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University and the Radiologic Technology Program.

Graduates of Hospital-Based Radiography Programs

A maximum of 50 life experience credits may be granted depending upon the hospital school transcript and the extent of competency-based clinical experience achieved. The 50 credits will be evaluated after a matriculated student completes 6 earned credits on campus and makes formal application to the Coordinator of Life Experience.

The student must also complete a radiography aptitude examination through the Radiologic Technology Program before Life Experience Credits are granted.

To be eligible to apply for Life Experience Credits, the student must have acquired a New York State license to practice radiography and have satisfactory passed the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) examination in Radiography. A copy of the New York State License and American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certificate must be submitted to the Director of the Radiologic Technology Program.

Graduates of College-Based Radiography Programs

Graduates of two year college-based programs approved by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology may also be admitted to the bachelor of science program.

To be eligible, the student must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and licensed to practice in New York State. A copy of the New York State License and American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certificate must be submitted to the Director of the Radiologic Technology Program. A maximum of 64 transfer credits may be granted with the approval of the Academic Standing Committee and the Evaluation Committee.

Hospital-Based and College-Based Program Graduates

Two year hospital-based or college-based program graduates must complete nine credits of Radiologic Technology courses at the C.W. Post Campus. All students must complete the final 32 graded credits of their degree in residence at the C.W. Post Campus. Credentialed professionals wishing to pursue a baccalaureate education may receive additional information by contacting the Radiologic Technology Program.