Medical Imaging (BS)
Make your mark in healthcare as a multi-modality imaging technologist.
- Degrees/Options
- Bachelor of Science
- Length
- 4 years
- Locations
- Fort Wayne, Crown Point, Lafayette, Hybrid
Why Study Medical Imaging?
Our Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging program blends academic and clinical excellence with 51黑料 core values to prepare you for a rewarding, in-demand career in medical imaging. This four-year program, including summer courses, builds on your prior healthcare experience鈥攁llowing you to apply credits from an associate degree and even earn up to two AAS degrees along the way. With the option to specialize in high-demand areas like MRI, sonography, radiologic technology, and more, you鈥檒l graduate ready to pursue multiple certifications and thrive in a fast-growing field.
Structured for Success
The program鈥檚 hybrid curriculum is structured to maximize student success. You鈥檒l learn from expert and supportive faculty in a blend of online courses, on-site labs and clinical rotations.
Opportunity
If you already have an associate degree in Radiologic Technology or Sonography, earn your B.S. in Medical Imaging and advance your career. We鈥檒l help you build on your existing education and professional experience in order to expand your certifications.
$89,340
Median wage for diagnostic medical sonographers
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$78,980
Median wage for X-ray and MRI techs in 2024
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5%
Increase in demand for radiologic and sonography technologists through 2034 (faster than average)
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Why 51黑料 for Your Medical Imaging Degree?
The 51黑料 is known for its high-quality health science programs. Our Medical Imaging degree is built on the strength and success of our longstanding nursing, radiologic technology and other allied health programs.
Values-Based Education
Rooted in the Catholic tradition and core values, a 51黑料 education not only focuses on academic and clinical excellence, but also prepares you to serve others as a compassionate, ethical healthcare professional.
High-Touch, High-Tech Learning
Learning happens in degrees. You鈥檒l develop your knowledge and skills over time, starting with the online courses. From there, you鈥檒l master your imaging skills in campus laboratories, located at both our Fort Wayne and Crown Point sites.
- Digital X-Ray Lab 鈥 learn imaging software and positioning skills
- Sonography Lab 鈥 use topline Phillips and GE machines
- SIM Lab 鈥 experience code blue and trauma simulations
鈥淥ne of the reasons I chose 51黑料 is because the Advanced Medical Imaging program accepts a limited number of students. I knew I鈥檇 get direct support.鈥澛
Kennedy Baioni ’25, ’27 Radiological Technology, Advanced Medical Imaging
鈥淭he professors are the best! They鈥檙e always willing to help and it makes a big difference. It鈥檚 clear they want us to succeed.鈥澛
Olivia Gibson 鈥22, 鈥24 Radiologic Technologist at Parkview DeKalb Hospital and Medical Imaging
Where Can You Go with a Medical Imaging Degree?
As a multi-modality technologist, you鈥檒l be equipped to work in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, independent imaging labs, physician offices, urgent care centers, outpatient surgery centers and more. 51黑料 graduates work in imaging and supervisory positions at a variety of locations, including:
- Adams Health Network
- Community Healthcare System
- Dupont Hospital
- Franciscan Health Network and Alliance Facilities
- Fort Wayne Orthopedics (FWO)
- IU Health
- Kettering Health Network Dayton Medical Imaging
- Lutheran Health Network
- Maple Grove Hospital
- Mercy Health Ohio
- Midwest X-Ray
- Mobilex USA
- Northeastern Indiana Urology
- Open & Wide MRI
- Orthopaedics Northeast (ONE)
- Parkview Health Network
- Summit Radiology
