Frequently Asked Questions How long is the program? The Primary MRI Program is 16 months in length (4 semesters). When does the program begin? The program begins in late August each year. What are the program pre-requisites? The prerequisites are Anatomy & Physiology I and II and Medical Terminology. How do you select the clinical sites a student will be attending? Each student attends two (2) hospital clinical sites which are chosen by a lottery. Do students attend Family Health Centers for clinical rotations? Students may also rotate through Family Health Center outpatient imaging departments. What is the deadline for application? The program application, application fee, and all college transcripts must be submitted by February 1st of each year for the program beginning the following August. What is the acceptance process? Prospective students participate in a behavior based interview used to assess communication and critical thinking skills. This interview is evaluated by a point system. Total points assigned to a student include points from the interview, high school and college GPA, and science and math courses taken with a grade of C or better. The students with the highest scores are accepted into the program. Do I need a college degree to get accepted into the program? Yes, you need at a minimum an associate's degree, but it does not have to be specific to imaging. What is the time commitment for successful completion of the program? Students should expect a very full schedule with either class or clinical Monday through Friday 7.5 hours (day shift) plus drive time. Do you have a weekend or evening program? No we do not.