Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Program Admissions

Magnetic Resonance Admissions Steps and Materials

Elgin Community College's JRCERT-accredited Magnetic Resonance Program offers accessible, high-standard education for an associate degree. The program prepares students for a successful career by combining academic excellence with hands-on training in state-of-the-art facilities. In partnership with its clinical partners, the program will graduate competent radiographers who practice excellent patient-centered care to diverse populations within the community. Graduates are equipped with the expertise to meet the demands of the ever-evolving health care industry. The program also emphasizes professional development, ethics, and communication skills, ensuring students are ready to thrive in clinical and technological environments.

Admission Steps

All candidates must submit the following information/documentation by June 15 to be considered for admission. If June 15 falls on a weekend, packets are due the Friday before that date. Late applications will be considered for the following year unless space is available. See deadlines for full details.

Admission Materials

1. Completed ECC application for admission.
2. Complete and submit a health professions application.
3. Submit documentation of successfully completing an Associate Degree in Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, or Ultrasound from an appropriately accredited educational program*.
4. Submit documentation of current certification*.
5. For MR and mammography program applicants, complete MRI-environment screening and submit other admission documents.
6. Official transcripts for any courses being transferred from other schools. To request a transcript evaluation by ECC, visit our transfer credit evaluation page.

Applicants should indicate a preference for full-time or part-time status on the application. For clinical placement, priority will be given to full-time students.

Candidates should send documentation consisting of an official transcript and a copy of ARRT certification (and IL state license for CT and Mammography programs) directly to the Medical Imaging Department (please do not send to the Registration & Records Office). You do not have to request that the transcript be evaluated.