Overview

Radiation therapists are responsible for accurately recording, interpreting, and administering the treatment prescribed by radiation oncologists. During treatment, therapists help physicians use fluoroscopy, x-ray, or computed tomography to localize and outline anatomical areas requiring treatment. Secondary application and admission are required.

Why Study Radiation Therapy at Grand Valley State University?

Our well-established program provides a strong curriculum, knowledgeable faculty, and clinical site placements to prepare students for the national certification exam.
Small class sizes, cohort educational experiences, and clinical rotations are offered at a wide variety of different hospital affiliates, including large teaching facilities and small community hospitals.
Located in the state-of-the-art Cook-DeVos Center for Health Sciences in the heart of the medical community in downtown Grand Rapids.
Radiation Therapy graduates are eligible for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists examination for national certification.
Accredited through the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (jrcert.org).

Programme Structure

Students study a variety of topics that include:

Human sectional anatomy
Medical dosimetry
Radiation biology
Radiation protection
Radiation therapy physics
Image guidance in radiation therapy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

147 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Allendale, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A degree in radiation therapy involves a competitive admission process and completion of a secondary application.

Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7
Prerequisites - CHM 109 and PSY 101 (or plan to complete by program fall start)

Personal Essay (2-3 pages)

Statement of Professional Goals (1-2 pages)

Two Recommendations
Summary & Verification of Paid/Volunteer Experience in Therapeutic Setting(s) form

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

22770 USD / year

≈ 22770 USD / year
Out-of-State

22770 USD / year

≈ 22770 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

16122 USD / year

≈ 16122 USD / year

Living costs

Allendale

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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