NMC transfer guide - MTA
To: Ferris State University - Main Campus
Program: Radiography-X ray Tech
The Radiography program at Ferris leads to an Associate in Applied Science degree. Graduates of the program are eligible to take the national certifying examination of the American Registry of Radiological Technologists. The most familiar use of the x-ray is the diagnosis of broken bones. Radiographer produce x-ray films (radiographs) of parts of the human body to assist a physician in the diagnosis of disease and trauma. Experienced radiographers my perform more complex imaging tests such as CT, MRI, mammography and surgical procedures.
Students may take some of their general education courses at Northwestern Michigan College (courses listed below).
ADMISSION CRITERIA - See BIO 227 and bio 228 changes for fall 2022 catolog
- Admission to the program requires a cumulative GPA of 2.5 (2.7 if less than 12 transferrable credits - consult FSU if you are not sure).
- A 2.5 cumulative GPA is required in the major and overall for graduation from Radiography program.
- A grade of a B- (3.0 at NMC) or better must be earned in MTH 111 or 121 and BIO 227 and BIO 228; a C (2.0 at NMC) in HAH 101 and in ENG 111. These grades must be earned within two attempts. These are courses that must be completed prior to applying into the professional sequence (RADI courses).
- All science and math courses must be taken within 5 years of application to your professional sequence.
- Students may apply Feb 1–15 while still completing admission requirements in the Spring semester but those who already completed admission criteria in the Fall semester will have priority in the admission for that year.
- Please contact the College of Health Professions at (231) 591-2270 or email CHP@Ferris.edu
Basic Requirements
Academic Area |
Credits |
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Communications |
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ENG 111* |
English Composition |
4 |
ENG 112 |
English Composition |
4 |
Natural Science |
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BIO 227* |
Anatomy and Physiology I |
4 |
BIO 228* |
Anatomy and Physiology II |
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Mathematics |
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Choose one of the courses below:* |
3-4 |
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MTH 111 |
Intermediate Algebra (preferred) |
4 |
MTH 121 |
College Algebra |
4 |
NOTE: If you have already completed MTH 120 to meet this requirement by following an older transfer guide, please contact the Office of Health Professions at (2310 591-2270 or email CHP@Ferris.edu at FSU about this math requirement. |
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Social Science |
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FSU recommends taking one of the courses below: |
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PSY 101 |
Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
SOC 101 |
Introduction to Sociology |
3 |
Major and additional requirements
Class |
Credits |
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HAH 101* |
Medical Terminology |
3 |
HAH 120 |
Infection Control (FSU class - COHP 102 - is available online every semester if NMC class is full.) |
2 |
Choose one |
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BUS 155 |
Interpersonal Relations |
3 |
COM 111 |
Public Speaking |
4 |
Northwestern Michigan College does not assume final responsibility for the accuracy of information on this guide. The final responsibility for the successful transfer of classes suggested on this guide rests with you and the institution you plan to transfer. It is strongly recommended that you visit the institution as early in your academic career (prior to transfer) as possible.
Updated: July 2022 for Fall 2022