Amarillo College’s Radiography Program prepares students for entry-level radiologic technologist work through classroom learning and hands-on instruction in area facilities. Its two-year AAS curriculum includes clinical practicums. Admission is competitive and uses prerequisite grades, TEAS 7, and Casper for top-ranked applicants. Graduates may seek ARRT certification and must obtain Texas licensure to practice in the state.
- Program
- Amarillo College Radiography Program
- Credential
- Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Radiography
- Location
- Amarillo, Texas, United States
- Casper
- Required
- Seats
- Typically 25-28 students, varying with clinical-site availability
- Length
- Two years
Casper Requirement for Amarillo College Radiography
Amarillo College Radiography requires Casper for the 2026-2027 cycle.
- Test to book
- Casper
Check available Casper test dates in your Acuity Insights account at takecasper.com.
Approximately the top 52 applicants complete Casper as part of the interview process; it contributes up to 20 of 155 selection points. No test code, accepted Casper languages, or test dates are published on the program page.
Casper format
Casper is an online, open-response situational judgment test run by Acuity Insights. The current format has 11 scenarios (4 video-response and 7 typed-response) with 2 questions each and takes about 65 to 85 minutes, including optional breaks. Typed-response scenarios allow 3.5 minutes to answer both questions.
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Amarillo College Radiography Application Deadlines 2026-2027
- Apply through
- Amarillo College Health Sciences online application through Blackboard, in addition to general college admission
- Applications open
- September 1, 2026
| What | When |
|---|---|
| Radiography application deadline | Last workday of May 2027 |
Be an active Amarillo College student, submit outside-college transcripts, meet a Health Sciences advisor, and complete the Blackboard application-process video and quiz with a 100% score before applying. The program recommends applying early; an earlier application date breaks a selection-points tie.
Amarillo College Radiography Admissions Statistics
Period: Typical annual fall intake
- Seats / class size: Typically 25-28 students, varying with clinical-site availability
Eligibility Requirements for Amarillo College Radiography
- Degree / credits
High school diploma or GED
- Language proficiency
Applicants must be able to speak and hear English for clinical activities
Applicants must be 18 before September 1 of their first fall semester and complete required mathematics, reading, or writing remediation where indicated by TSI placement.
Other requirements
- Clinical physical requirements: Participate safely in clinical activities, lift 50 pounds without assistance, and meet stated hearing, speech, and vision requirements.
- Signed background-check policy statement: Read and sign the Amarillo College CBC Policy Statement and submit it to the program director for the application file; the application cannot be considered until it is on file.
- After-acceptance compliance: Complete immunizations, tuberculosis screening, in-person healthcare-provider CPR/BLS, HIPAA training, and a Complio background check and drug screen as directed.
- Program orientation: Attend the required program-specific orientation after acceptance.
Selection Factors Amarillo College Considers
Prerequisites
| Course | Requirement |
|---|---|
| BIOL 2401 | Anatomy & Physiology I Requires C or higher by the end of the first eight-week spring session in the application year. |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I Requires C or higher by the end of the first eight-week spring session in the application year. |
| College-level math | Approved course Requires C or higher by the end of the first eight-week spring session in the application year. |
| Social/Behavioral Science | Approved course Requires C or higher by the end of the first eight-week spring session in the application year. |
| Language/Philosophy/Cultural/Creative Arts | Approved course Requires C or higher by the end of the first eight-week spring session in the application year. |
| HITT 1205 | Medical Terminology Requires C or higher by the end of the first eight-week spring session in the application year. |
| College-level speech | Approved course Requires C or higher by the end of the first eight-week spring session in the application year. |
GPA
- How it is calculated
Selection uses prerequisite-course grades rather than a published cumulative GPA calculation. For a repeated course or course category, the highest grade earns the points.
The point structure awards points for prerequisite course grades rather than publishing a minimum or competitive GPA. BIOL 2401 and math each earn 15 points for an A, 10 for a B, or 4 for a C; each other listed prerequisite earns 10, 7, or 4 points respectively.
Admissions tests
- ATI TEAS 7 (required): At least 58.7% proficiency is required for consideration; one attempt is permitted per admission cycle. Science contributes up to 20 points, and Reading, Math, and English & Language Usage contribute up to 10 each.
Experience and volunteer hours
Not required.
Previous healthcare experience and job shadowing receive no extra selection points.
Supplementary application
Attend one in-person Radiography informational meeting and video hospital visit; Spring 2027 dates have not been posted. Applicants living more than 150 miles from campus should contact the director about possible alternatives.
How applicants are ranked
Applicants are ranked on up to 155 points: prerequisite grades, 80; optional RADR 1201, 5; TEAS 7 sections, 50; and Casper for approximately the top 52 applicants, 20. RADR 1201 earns 5 points for an A or 3 for a B but is not an admission prerequisite. Application date breaks ties.
Interview Format at Amarillo College
The program places Casper under its Interview Process heading and assigns it up to 20 points. It does not publish a separate interview format or interview dates.
- Who is invited
- Approximately the top 52 applicants
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- Program length
- Two years
- Structure
64 semester hours comprising 21 hours before acceptance and five program semesters: fall, spring, summer, fall, spring
- Campuses
- West Campus
Radiography coursework includes patient care, imaging, procedures, radiation protection, and five practicums.
Campus and facilities
The required information meeting is at Allied Health West Campus, 6222 SW 9th Ave., Amarillo. The program is not online; students need to live in or within driving distance of Amarillo for classes and clinical rotations and have reliable transportation, including to rotations outside Amarillo.
Tuition and Funding at Amarillo College
- Estimated general-education courses: $2,105.50 district resident; $3,266.50 out-of-district; $4,587.00 out-of-state/foreign
- Estimated radiography courses: $3,931.00; $5,780.00; $8,532.00 in the same order
- Estimated additional radiography requirements: $3,602.75 for each category
Estimates include separate supplies and compliance expenses; tuition and fees may change.
Amarillo College's Mission and Values
The program aims to prepare competent, professional entry-level radiographers for their daily responsibilities.
How to Prepare Your Amarillo College Radiography Application
- Apply to Amarillo College and arrange official transcripts
- Meet a Health Sciences advisor
- Complete all seven prerequisites by the specified spring session
- Finish the Blackboard video and quiz before the program application
- Prepare for the four TEAS 7 sections and schedule one permitted attempt
- Attend the information meeting and hospital video visit, and prepare for Casper if selected
Frequently Asked Questions About Amarillo College Radiography
Is the program online?
No; classes and clinical rotations require living in or near Amarillo.
When does the program begin?
A new group begins each fall.
How many students enter?
Typically 25-28, depending on clinical-site availability.
Does healthcare experience earn points?
No extra points are awarded for experience or job shadowing.
Is RADR 1201 required before applying?
No, but an A earns 5 selection points and a B earns 3.
Must every applicant take Casper?
The program assigns Casper to approximately the top 52 applicants.
When must prerequisites be finished?
By the end of the first eight-week spring session in the application year, with grades of C or higher.
Are immunization records due with the application?
No; they are uploaded to Complio after acceptance.
Sources
- Amarillo College — Radiography Application Considerations
- Amarillo College — Health Sciences Application Process
- Amarillo College — Radiography Application Process
- Amarillo College — Welcome to Radiography
- Amarillo College — Radiography FAQ
- Amarillo College — About Our Program
- Amarillo College — Radiography Two-Year Curriculum
- Amarillo College — Radiography Approximate Cost Sheet
Last updated: September 26, 2026