Mercy- St. Luke’s School of Radiologic Technology offers an outstanding education program through the use of clinical education and comprehensive techniques. A career in radiologic technology is rewarding and offers many exciting opportunities.
The program is sponsored by Mercy Medical Center and St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This full-time program requires 24 months of study to earn the Radiologic Technology certificate. Through a sharing agreement with Kirkwood Community College (KCC), students will earn an AAS degree. The school is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Students who want to apply to the program need an academic degree or will have to complete 16 semester hours of credit to meet residency requirements. Students may choose to complete all of their coursework at KCC. The prerequisite courses can be completed in two semesters. Graduate of Mercy-St. Luke’s School of Radiologic Technology are eligible to take the national certification examination. This exam is administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
The program is affordable. Tuition cost $3,300 a year and books cost $800. Students must also purchase uniforms. A certificate in radiologic technology is a great way to kick off a career with a starting salary of $40,000. Demand for radiologic technologist is expected to grow.
Registered students can apply for financial aid. Federal grants and loans are available for individuals who qualify.
The radiology program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. This agency is the only one approved by the United States Department of Education.
Programs Offered
The program list below was created by historical graduation information reported by the school. This list may not represent the current curriculum offered. Visit the school's website to get more information about programs offered.
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(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Radiologic Technology (C)
- The tuition charges per year are around $3,500*
- Ten students graduated in the last reported year
Notes:
*Amounts for tuition, fees, and supplies are an estimate which are calculated based on historical data and should be solely used for informational purposes only.
**Repayment rates, earnings, and loan payments are estimates and should be treated as informational tools only, contact the school for official information.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
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Note: Financial aid is only available for those who qualify, check with the school for details.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition is estimated to be around $3,900 per year
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 43% | $5,193 |
| Student Loans (Federal) | 83% | $7,352 |
Other Healthcare or Nursing Schools
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Mercy – St. Luke’s School of Radiologic Technology.
- Alegent Health School of Radiologic Technology in Omaha, NE (231 miles away)
- School of Radiologic Technology - Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD (278 miles away)
- Sanford Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology in Sioux Falls, SD (279 miles away)
- Avera Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton, SD (299 miles away)