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program supports your professional development through a science-backed curriculum, dynamic learning experiences, and personalized guidance from our exceptional CHS staff. Our program also prepares you for the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.arrt.org\/pages\/earn-arrt-credentials\/credential-options\/radiation-therapy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Radiation Therapy Certification Examination<\/a>\u00a0given by the\u00a0American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Through essential hands-on training in clinical settings, you acquire diverse skills and technological expertise, equipping you to enter the health care workforce and provide quality patient care.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-brand-white-color has-a-2-amethyst-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-chamfer wp-elements-4616d72ac78a0522b364feed53641f0b has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"clip-path: polygon(40px 0, 100% 0, 100% 100%, 0 100%, 0 40px); border-style:none;border-width:0px;border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-white-color has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-69bdbcc68d6d32bacb482a14b2d85f6a\">Become a Radiation Therapist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Bachelor of Science in Radiation Therapy degree program offers the evidence-based education and hands-on training required for a fulfilling career in health care. With your practical expertise and clinical skills, you can help physicians treat cancer and make a life-changing impact on patients and your community.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">ON THIS PAGE<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-f0d1fcef wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#highlights\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Why Choose UM-Flint<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#curriculum\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Curriculum Overview<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#career\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Career Outlook<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#advisor\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Academic Advisor<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#admissions\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Admissions &amp; 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Our classes combine evidence-based practices using the Virtual Environment Radiotherapy Trainer. This cutting-edge tool creates a 3-D virtual radiation treatment room where you can see inside a patient\u2019s body and put your theoretical knowledge into practice.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Play a Part in Groundbreaking Research&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To cultivate your curiosity, we offer a range of research opportunities through the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/research\/student-research\/undergraduate-research-opportunity-program-urop\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program<\/a>. Because much of radiation therapists\u2019 work incorporates operating machines, such as linear accelerators, in hospitals and outpatient centers, we prioritize this technical training as a crucial aspect of your professional development. Our classes combine evidence-based practices using the Virtual Environment Radiotherapy Trainer. This cutting-edge tool creates a 3-D virtual radiation treatment room where you can see inside a patient\u2019s body and put your theoretical knowledge into practice.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Get Hands-On Experience through Extensive Clinical Practicums<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a radiation therapy major at UM-Flint, you work with real patients with expert clinicians through clinical practicums. Thanks to the community partnerships U-M has cultivated, you can undertake clinical rotations with well-established partners, including&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.michiganmedicine.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Michigan Medicine<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/corewellhealth.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Corewell Health<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uofmhealth.org\/our-locations\/brighton-center-specialty-care\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Brighton Center for Specialty Care<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Receive Personalized Guidance&nbsp;<br><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At UM-Flint, we believe that a strong sense of community has a long-standing impact on your education. That\u2019s why we proudly boast a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/ia\/mandatory-reporting\/budget-transparency\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">14:1 student-to-faculty ratio<\/a>. By keeping our class sizes small, we ensure you receive plenty of one-on-one instruction and mentorship from our renowned faculty. Their insight and seasoned expertise can help shape your career trajectory and enrich your experience as a U-M student.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-brand-blue-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-brand-blue-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-maize-color has-text-color has-link-color has-sentinel-font-family has-xx-large-font-size wp-elements-36a34332510827c99d736b8a3f143abc\">Free Tuition with the Go Blue Guarantee!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-brand-white-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-6407369ec7ec81f703cc97b0c3ba6653 wp-block-paragraph\">UM-Flint students are automatically considered, upon admission,&nbsp;for the Go Blue Guarantee, a historic program offering free tuition for high-achieving, in-state undergraduates from lower-income households. Learn more about the&nbsp;Go Blue Guarantee&nbsp;to see if you qualify and how affordable a Michigan degree can be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-right\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-right\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-brand-maize-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/finaid\/go-blue-guarantee\/\">Learn about affordability<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M14.3 6.7l-1.1 1.1 4 4H4v1.5h13.2l-4 4 1.1 1.1 5.8-5.8-5.8-5.9z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized w-100\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/wp-content\/themes\/flintblock\/assets\/images\/gbg.svg\" alt=\"A banner with the words &quot;go blue guarantee.&quot;\" style=\"width:1000px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-text-alternate-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<h2 id=\"curriculum\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Curriculum Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The curriculum for UM-Flint\u2019s BS in Radiation Therapy program offers a comprehensive undergraduate education comprising general education requirements and major-specific courses. Diversify your skills and clinical expertise through traditional coursework, collaborative learning experiences, practicums in medical facilities, and more.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During your first two years at UM-Flint, you enroll in prerequisite courses in human anatomy and physiology, health care ethics, medical terminology, pre-calculus mathematics, and physics. These fundamental classes lay the foundation for higher-level coursework, ensuring you have sound critical thinking skills and an understanding of the health care field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After completing your prerequisite work, the advanced portion of your radiation therapy program begins the summer before your junior year. This segment lasts 22 consecutive months until April of your senior year and heavily focuses on your professional development. You take specialized courses that explore epidemiology, patient care and management, sectional anatomy in radiation therapy, technical radiation oncology, and radiation physics. Your studies culminate in clinical placements, allowing you to put your theoretical knowledge into practice and work closely with patients and other health care professionals.<br><br>Review the bachelor\u2019s degree in\u00a0Radiation Therapy curriculum\u00a0for course descriptions and complete program requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button wp-block-flintblock-program-link\">\n\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/catalog.umflint.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=38&#038;poid=16169\"\n\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\trel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button has-background has-brand-maize-background-color plausible-event-name=Program+Clicked plausible-event-program=Radiation+Therapy+Program+(BS) plausible-event-source=program-link\"\n\t\t>Radiation Therapy Curriculum<span class=\"fb:sr-only\"> (opens in new tab)<\/span><\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-brand-white-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"career\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Career Outlook<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With the U.S. population aging and the incidence of cancer rising, the demand for radiation therapists remains strong. As well-trained health professionals, radiation therapists provide safe, quality patient care while ensuring accurate treatment parameters and hospital protocols are followed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/healthcare\/radiation-therapists.htm\">Bureau of Labor Statistics<\/a> projects that employment of radiation therapists will grow by 2%\u00a0through 2032, which is in line with other occupations. While radiation therapists\u2019 salaries range from $72,280 to more than $136,910, this heavily depends on their level of education, experience, and location, along with various other factors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-68840253 wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c8fe64c8 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-left-color:var(--wp--preset--color--brand-maize);border-left-width:5px;min-height:100%;padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:clamp(2.2rem, 2.2rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 2.25), 4rem);font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">$101,990<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Median annual wage for Radiation Therapists<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c8fe64c8 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-left-color:var(--wp--preset--color--brand-maize);border-left-width:5px;min-height:100%;padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:clamp(2.2rem, 2.2rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 2.25), 4rem);font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">19,200<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Number of jobs<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-text-alternate-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-120469e1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-text-alternate-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0)\">\n<h2 id=\"advisor\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Academic Advising<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"admissions\">As a UM-Flint undergrad, you receive insightful guidance from our trusted advisors, who are ready to answer your questions and help promote your academic success.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-brand-white-background-color has-background has-chamfer is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"clip-path: polygon(60px 0, 100% 0, 100% 100%, 0 100%, 0 60px); 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The Radiation Therapy program is a cohort program that starts with two 3-credit courses in the summer semester of the junior year, followed by full-time study for the remainder of the junior and senior years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Admissions Process for High School Students<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re a high school student interested in UM-Flint\u2019s Radiation Therapy Direct Admission Program, you must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be a high school senior applying for fall admission to UM-Flint.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have a minimum grade point average of 3.0.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When applying for direct admission, you must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/apply\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apply to UM-Flint<\/a>&nbsp;as a pre-radiation therapy major by&nbsp;<strong>May 1<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit the Supplemental Radiation Therapy program application by\u00a0<strong>May 1<\/strong>. To request the application, email program director\u00a0Julie Hollenbeck at <a href=\"mailto:hollenbj@umich.edu\">hollenbj@umich.edu<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you meet the requirements, we\u2019ll invite you to attend Direct Admission Day, which is always the second Friday of May. On Direct Admission Day, you\u2019ll be interviewed and complete a writing sample.<br><br>To prepare for your interview, we recommend increasing your knowledge of the radiation therapy profession before Direct Admission Day.<br><br>Once you receive an offer of direct admission, your seat in the radiation therapy program is reserved but not guaranteed. To secure your seat, you must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Complete all your college courses at UM-Flint. An exception is granted if you dual-enroll while in high school.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Earn a minimum 2.70 GPA each semester and a 3.0 cumulative GPA at UM-Flint.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Achieve a minimum 3.0 GPA in BIO 167, BIO 168, PHY 143, and PHY 145.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete two eight-hour observations in a radiation oncology department.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The seat is held for three years. Most students complete prerequisite courses in two years.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Admissions Process for College Students<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are applying to the radiation therapy program and are currently a college student, you must complete general education and pre-professional courses with no grade lower than a C by the start of the summer semester in the year you intend to begin the program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you are ready to apply, you must complete the following by the Feb. 1 application deadline:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you are not already a UM-Flint student, complete the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/apply\">general admission application<\/a>&nbsp;with radiation therapy as your field of study.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit the supplemental radiation therapy program application. To request the application, email the program director,\u00a0Julie Hollenbeck, at <a href=\"mailto:hollenbj@umich.edu\">hollenbj@umich.edu<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit three references.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit documentation of 16 observation hours in an approved Radiation Therapy Department. To arrange observation, email\u00a0Julie Hollenbeck at <a href=\"mailto:hollenbj@umich.edu\">hollenbj@umich.edu<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take the ATI TEAS test before the Feb.1 application deadline. We recommend taking the ATI TEAS test after completing BIO 167 and BIO 168. Learn more about&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/undergrad\/radiation-therapy\/ati-teas-test\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"675\">how to register for the ATI TEAS<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure you meet the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/undergrad\/radiation-therapy\/radiation-therapy-technical-standards\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"672\">Radiation Therapy Technical Standards<\/a>&nbsp;set by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All application materials, including transcripts from other colleges and universities, must be received by Feb. 1 of the year you intend to begin the program. This deadline may be extended, provided the class has not reached its enrollment limit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The following criteria are used for admission:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Overall GPA.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>GPAs for BIO 167 and PHY 143.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Completion of all general education and pre-professional courses with no grade lower than a C by the start of the first summer semester: ENG 112 (COMP), BIO 167, BIO 168, MTH 120, PHY 143, PHY 145, HCR 212, HCR 304, HCR 362, PSY 100, SOC 100, MTP 320, PHL 168 or 162, and one course in Fine Arts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Completion of observation hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submission of references.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Demonstration of professionalism during advising sessions and required observations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Score of ATI TEAS admission exam.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Interview score.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Writing and problem-solving scores.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All qualified applicants will be contacted in February to schedule an interview and the writing and problem-solving test with the Admissions Committee. The interviews, conducted by a Radiation Therapy Review Committee, last approximately 40 minutes. At the interview, you\u2019ll be asked 15 to 20 questions about your:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Background and qualifications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Interest in radiation therapy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work and life experiences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Radiation oncology observations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Interview scores are based on your communication skills, ability to handle stressful situations, awareness of the duties of a radiation therapist, and overall qualities that would be useful in the program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re interviewed, you\u2019ll receive an email and formal letter from the Radiation Therapy Department within two weeks advising whether you\u2019ve been accepted or denied admission.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-brand-maize-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-center\" style=\"grid-template-columns:33% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"555\" height=\"370\" src=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/50\/2026\/07\/JasmineAmador.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-116 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/50\/2026\/07\/JasmineAmador.jpg 555w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/50\/2026\/07\/JasmineAmador-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 555px) 100vw, 555px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;I researched many potential occupations. After reaching out to the Radiation Therapy program director at UM-Flint, I knew it was the right choice for me. I enjoyed the togetherness of the program and the program director always made us feel seen and heard. I very much enjoyed gaining not only the knowledge but the people that came with it. I not only learned radiation therapy but also much needed communication skills that would help me succeed in the work environment. I received multiple job offers right after graduating and felt very prepared for the care I would deliver.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-sentinel-font-family has-x-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0);font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Jasmine Amador<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-sentinel-font-family has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0);font-style:normal;font-weight:400\"><em>Radiation Therapy, 2022<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-brand-white-color has-a-2-amethyst-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-8c87cb65057322192fe598d34872809d has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-white-color has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-bdd4edb7df66ab45887f202c3af94e10\">Scholarships<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At UM-Flint, we believe that a quality education can transform lives. Along with receiving financial assistance through the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/finaid\/\">Office of Financial Aid<\/a>, you can apply for a broad range of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/finaid\/types-of-aid\/scholarships\/#collegeofhealthsciences\">generous scholarships for College of Health Science students<\/a>. Each one has unique requirements, so please carefully review scholarship details to ensure you qualify.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">State Licensing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each state administers licensing laws differently. Most states might require you to hold a state license to work there\u2013even if you\u2019re certified and registered with&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.arrt.org\/pages\/about-the-profession\/state-licensing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ARRT<\/a>&nbsp;or licensed in another state.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.asrt.org\/main\/standards-regulations\/state-legislative-affairs\/individual-state-licensure-info\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Contact each state<\/a>&nbsp;individually for information and full requirements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70)\">\n<h2 id=\"accreditation\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Accreditation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UM-Flint is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, one of six regional accrediting agencies in the United States. The HLC is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council on Higher Education Accreditation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The university\u2019s current award is accredited, and the next reaffirmation is in 2029-2030. More information can be found on the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hlcommission.org\/institution\/1370\/?Itemid=&amp;Action=ShowBasic&amp;instid=1370\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Higher Learning Commission<\/a>&nbsp;page.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Programmatic Accreditation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Radiation Therapy program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850&nbsp;<br>Chicago, IL 60606-3182&nbsp;<br><a href=\"tel:3127045300\">312-704-5300<\/a>&nbsp;<br>Email:&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:mail@jrcert.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mail@jrcert.org<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The program\u2019s current award is Probation. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found&nbsp;on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jrcert.org\/programs\/university-of-michigan-flint\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">JRCERT website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/12P-oMFWfq9Yqgz_P_PcS90YtJhbWkL6S\/view?usp=drive_link\">Radiation Therapy Program Effectiveness Data<\/a> <br><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1jkLUtsrCbpa0HW4Vgv6fAOKq4lFkNZhb\/view?usp=sharing\">Current JRCERT Award Letter<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1t485bH7Xkf1H85SZfnpI3_cyb9kTfWv0\/edit?pli=1#heading=h.gjdgxs\">Radiation Therapy Handbook<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bachelor of Science in Radiation Therapy Become a radiation therapist and help physicians treat cancer by earning your Bachelor of Science in Radiation Therapy degree from the University of Michigan-Flint. 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