Bachelors

Medical Imaging & Therapeutic Sciences, BS

Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Imaging and Therapeutic Sciences

The online Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging and Therapeutic Sciences (BSMITS) Degree Advancement Option (DAO) allows working professionals who have completed an accredited radiography, radiation therapy, sonography or nuclear medicine technology program and are registered and in good standing with the ARRT, ARDMS and/or NMTCB the opportunity to advance their education and professional goals.

Total Credits

$341

Cost Per Credit

Online

UNMC

NCA

Accreditation

Students choose this program to:

Individualize their program of study tailored to their clinical and educational backgrounds along with their professional goals.
Advance their education to qualify for supervisory or teaching positions in their field while continuing to work in their profession.

This program is considered a degree completion program and does not include a professional clinical education component; therefore, it is not under the purview of the Joint Review Commission on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).

The University of Nebraska Medical Center trains more health professionals than any other institution in the state. UNMC’s scientists and clinicians are at the leading edge of discovering new medical breakthroughs, transforming lives across the state and around the world.

UNMC has come together with its primary clinical partner, Nebraska Medicine, on a set of core values, which include focusing on the educational learner, research scope and prominence, clinical excellence, community engagement. Diversity, equity and inclusion, economic development, as well as organizational culture and leadership.

Learning at UNMC

Career Outlook

Advancements in technology have led to high demand for skilled professionals in the medical field. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the field of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers is projected to grow +19% by 2030 in the U.S., much faster than the average of all occupations.

Career paths include:

Radiologic technologist or technician
Diagnostic medical sonographer
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) technologist
Radiation therapist
Ultrasound technician
Healthcare management / administration
Health professions education

Finance Your Education

The University of Nebraska offers some of the most affordable tuition rates in the region, particularly for our online programs. Explore the array of funding options to finance your education in a way that makes sense for you.

Online tuition rates are calculated by credit hour and college offering the course and, because the University of Nebraska is a public institution supported by Nebraska taxpayers, Nebraska residents may receive a lower tuition rate than out-of-state students.

Cost Per Credit
In-State	Out-of-State
$341	$341
Note: Campuses may charge additional fees; see the Paying for School page for more details.

Financial Aid and Scholarships

We believe cost should not be a barrier to accessing higher education, even for online programs. Financial aid and scholarships are available for many students. Please see the Paying for School page for additional information and links to campus financial aid resources.

Military and Veteran Services

Our programs are an ideal way for military, veterans, and dependents to advance education with military advisers and staff on each campus, flexible deployment and activation policies, and generous acceptance of transfer credits. Visit our Prospective Student page and explore what the University of Nebraska offers.

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Transfer Credits

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