Overview

The Radiation Therapy B.S. at Saint Louis University provides comprehensive training for students aiming to become skilled healthcare professionals in the field of medical radiation treatment. This programme focuses on the design and administration of radiation therapy to treat or cure cancer while improving the quality of life for patients. Students learn to operate high-energy linear accelerators and monitor patient reactions under the guidance of radiation oncologists.

The curriculum is designed with an interprofessional focus, encouraging a team-based approach to modern healthcare. Students benefit from instruction by professionally credentialed faculty and have unique opportunities to engage in undergraduate research.

Why Radiation Therapy at Saint Louis University?

Saint Louis University offers one of the top-ranked radiation science programmes in the United States, noted for its small class sizes and low student-to-faculty ratios. This environment ensures individualised attention during the professional component of the degree. As the only JRCERT-accredited radiation therapy programme in Missouri, it maintains high standards of clinical and scholarly excellence.

Students gain extensive hands-on experience through 1,200 hours of clinical practicum at various healthcare settings across the St. Louis area. These sites range from community hospitals to advanced research facilities, allowing students to experience diverse departmental structures. The programme also utilises hybrid blended-learning formats for specific technical modules like treatment planning and dosimetry.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 28480 per semester
National fee: USD 28480 per semester
Local fee: USD 28480 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum includes foundational sciences followed by intensive professional training. Modules may include:

Radiation Physics
Radiation Therapy Practice
Treatment Techniques
Treatment Planning
Clinical Practicum
Emerging Technologies
Clinical Dosimetry
Radiation Oncology Patient Care and Quality Management
Radiobiology and Radiation Protection

Careers with Radiation Therapy

Graduates of the programme are prepared for entry-level roles as registered radiation therapists in hospitals and specialised clinics. Beyond clinical practice, the degree opens doors to careers in healthcare administration, equipment sales, and academic instruction. The rigorous scientific training also serves as an excellent foundation for advanced studies in medical physics or dosimetry.

According to industry data, radiation therapists command competitive salaries, with many graduates finding immediate job placement. Some professionals choose to work in travelling roles, providing temporary expertise to various departments across the country. The role remains vital to multidisciplinary oncology teams, combining technical expertise with compassionate patient care.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Principles of Biology

Interprofessional Health Care

Advanced Strategies of Rhetoric and Research

College Algebra

Philosophy: Self and Reality

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

More details

SLU will continue accepting applications while space is available.

Language

English

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Credits

126 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Saint Louis, United States
Madrid, Spain

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete an online application.

If you are applying to enter SLU as a first-time, freshman student, we’ll also ask you to complete an essay.

There is no application fee to apply for undergraduate admission to SLU.

Send transcripts of all secondary work.

Submit proof of your English language proficiency.

These are scores from any standardized test you may have taken to prepare for college- TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, SAT, ACT or Duolingo score. All of our international applicants are required to demonstrate their English proficiency, and these tests can help us make that determination.

If you do not meet SLU’s direct entry requirements, we encourage you to apply to the Pathway or English Language programs offered by INTO Saint Louis University.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

56960 USD / year

≈ 56960 USD / year
Out-of-State

56960 USD / year

≈ 56960 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

56960 USD / year

≈ 56960 USD / year

Living costs

Saint Louis

United States

1015 - 1530 USD / month

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

Funding

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