Liberal Arts & Science – Mathematics/Science: Medical Imaging/Radiography X-ray or Ultrasound Concentration

People who succeed at medical imaging sciences enjoy working with patients and are comfortable with computers and high-tech equipment.

A medical imaging sciences program educates students in the use of sophisticated equipment and procedures to produce radiographic images (x-rays), computed tomography scans (CTs), and magnetic resonance images (MRIs) and other diagnostic exams. Medical imaging science professionals use a variety of complex technologies and computer applications to provide physicians with information for the diagnosis and treatment of disease.

These professionals have a high level of patient contact in which the use of interpersonal skills is critical. Furthermore, they have the opportunity to work in hospitals, clinics, physicians’ offices, imaging centers and industry. Moreover, leadership roles as supervisors, administrators, educators and researchers provide avenues for career development.