About the Degree Program
The Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Imaging Science Program provides a progressive academic and clinical educational environment for qualified students and preparing them as competent and compassionate radiologic health care providers.
Learn MoreThe Radiography Profession
Radiographers are the professionals who produce images by performing procedures and working with radiologists, which are physicians who are responsible for the final interpretation of the images.
Learn MoreInformation Sessions
The Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Imaging Science Program occasionally hosts information sessions meant to inform prospective students about the program requirements, the curriculum, or just to answer questions they may have.
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Explore essential links for students and alumni of our Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Imaging Science Program. Discover accrediting and credentialing organizations, professional organizations and valuable resources to advance your career.
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The program has two location sites in Arkansas: Little Rock and Fayetteville. Learn more about the vibrant communities in both cities.
Radiologic Imaging Sciences News & Announcements
Spotlight on the Department of Imaging and Radiation Sciences
The Department of Imaging and Radiation Sciences offers bachelor of science programs in diagnostic medical sonography, nuclear medicine imaging sciences and radiologic imaging sciences. In this issue’s column, their directors provide updates on recent developments and growth in their programs.
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UAMS Graduates 1,134 Health Care Professionals
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) on May 18 conferred degrees and certificates to 1,134 students in its five colleges and graduate school. UAMS awarded 175 degrees or certificates to students in the College of Medicine, 172 in the College of Nursing, 583 in the College of Health Professions, 78 in the College…
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Find Your Future in Healthcare Program Introduces Teens to Health Careers
Teens from 13 schools across the state convened in classrooms and science labs for the spring session of Find Your Future in Healthcare, a virtual program from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Regional Campuses that introduces students to a variety of health careers. The March 6 event focused on students in grades…
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UAMS Graduates 1,096 Health Care Professionals
LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) today conferred degrees and certificates to 1,096 students in its five colleges and graduate school. Degrees and certificates were awarded to 157 students in the College of Medicine, 210 in the College of Nursing, 524 in the College of Health Professions, 76 in the…
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Accreditation
The radiologic imaging science education program in medical imaging at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). In 2017, the program was awarded the maximum accreditation award of 8 years. The next accreditation site visit is scheduled for 2025. For more information regarding program accreditation, contact the JRCERT at 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, Illinois 60606-3182. Telephone: 312-704-5300. Fax: 312-704-5304. E-mail: mail@jrcert.org. Website: http://www.jrcert.org/
The program’s current accreditation award is for eight years. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found on the JRCERT website.
Contact Information
Primary Contacts
General Information
Phone: 501-686-6510
Fax: 501-686-8770
Email: RISAdmissions@UAMS.edu
Deziree L. Arnett, M.Ed., RT(R)(CI)(VI)(ARRT)
Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Imaging Science Program Director
Email: DArnett@UAMS.edu
Sharron Ward, B.S.
Education Coordinator
Email: SYWard@UAMS.edu
Mailing Address
Division of Radiologic Imaging Sciences
Department of Imaging and Radiation Sciences
College of Health Professions
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
4301 West Markham St., Slot 563
Little Rock, AR 72205