Program Costs
This is a general list of the costs associated with the Diagnostic Medical Sonography and Radiography programs. All dollar amounts are estimates and exact costs may vary. Additional expenses not listed here may be required.
Tuition and Fees
Tuition is subject to change by action of the State Board of Community Colleges. Fees are payable with tuition and are charged on a per-credit hour basis at the beginning of each semester.
Prospective students may multiply the current tuition rate times the number of credits required for the program for an approximate tuition cost.
Program | Total Credits |
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DMS Abdomen/Ob/Gyn | 72 credits |
DMS Echocardiography | 68 credits |
DMS Vascular | 68 credits |
Radiography | 70 credits |
Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Program Expense | Approximate Cost |
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TEAS Preadmission Test | $65 |
Lab Supplies | $20 |
Clinical Uniform | $125 |
Textbooks | $500 – $700 |
Background Check with Drug Screen | 1st year $160 | 2nd year $80 |
Clinical Tracker | $150 |
Ergonomics Safety Training | $150 |
AHA BLS Healthcare Provider CPR | Cost varies by training site |
Physical Exam/Immunizations/Titers | Cost varies with personal insurance |
Clinical Site Parking and Travel | Cost varies by site placement |
ARDMS SPI (Physics) Certification Exam | $250 (taken at beginning of semester 3) |
ARDMS Specialty Certification Exam | $250 (taken at end of semester 4) |
Radiography
Program Expense | Approximate Cost |
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TEAS Preadmission Test | $65 |
Lab Supplies/image markers | $20 |
Uniforms, badges and name tag | $120 |
Textbooks | $500 – $600 |
Background Check with Drug Screen | 1st year $170 | 2nd year $80 |
Clinical Tracker | $150 |
AHA BLS Healthcare Provider CPR | Cost varies by training site |
Physical Exam/Immunizations/Titers | Cost varies with personal insurance |
Clinical Site Parking and Travel | Cost varies by site placement |
ARRT RT Certification Exam | $225 |
Virginia RT State Licensure Application | $130 |
Financial Aid and Scholarships
Financial aid and scholarship opportunities are available for eligible students. Visit the Financial Aid website for information on the types of financial aid available and how to apply.