Application Information for Medical Radiography
Applications for 葫芦影业鈥檚 Associate in Science in Medical Radiography are accepted annually from September 1 through February 1. All required materials must be received by the February 1 deadline. Early submission is encouraged to allow enough time to complete the full admissions process.
To be considered for review by the Medical Radiography Department, applicants must meet all program prerequisites and enrollment criteria listed below.
Please note that Medical Radiography is not a rolling admissions program. Final application reviews are conducted by the department, and decisions will be announced in March.
How to Apply
Application & Supporting Documentation
To be considered for admission to the Medical Radiography program, the following items must be received by the Admissions Office before your file is reviewed by the Radiography Admissions Committee:
- Completed Application for Admission
Apply online between September 1 and February 1. - Official Transcripts
Submit transcripts from all previously attended institutions, including high school, adult education, and colleges.- Note: All prior college attendance must be disclosed, even if transfer credit is not being requested. Failure to report previous education may result in disqualification, dismissal, or loss of financial aid.
- Pre-Admission Test
Completion of the HESI A2 exam is required. (If taken at 葫芦影业, results are automatically sent to the Admissions Office.) - Criminal Background Check
Admitted students must complete a national criminal background screening within 30 days of acceptance. This screening is required at the student鈥檚 expense.
For details, see Criminal Background Screening, or contact Stacy Green at sgreen@mainecc.edu or 207-974-4679 with questions.
Applicant Scoring
Applications are scored using a rubric that includes:
- Course grades
- Pre-admission test scores
- Attendance at an information session
Higher grades and test scores result in higher application scores.
Program Prerequisites
To be considered for admission, all prerequisites must be successfully completed by February 1. Applications from students currently enrolled in prerequisite courses will not be reviewed until final grades are received.
Required High School鈥揈quivalent Prerequisites:
- Algebra I
- Algebra II
- Geometry
- Biology with Lab
- Physics or Chemistry with Lab
(If only one is completed, Physics is preferred)
Important Notes:
If you are currently enrolled in prerequisite or general education courses for Radiography, make sure the Admissions Committee has your course name, location, and expected completion date on file. It is the applicant鈥檚 responsibility to ensure that final grades for any prerequisite courses taken through adult education or other colleges are sent to the Admissions Office. Adult education transcripts will not be considered unless Admissions is aware you鈥檙e enrolled in those courses. Applicants are strongly encouraged to follow up and confirm that all materials have been received鈥攁llow sufficient lead time.
Radiography Observation Experience
Applicants are strongly encouraged to observe in a radiography department before attending an information session. This experience provides valuable insight into the role of a radiologic technologist and helps applicants make an informed decision about pursuing this career path.
Where to Observe
Applicants may complete their observation at any local hospital or radiography department. To arrange an observation, contact the Radiology Manager of the facility directly. Please allow up to two weeks for scheduling.
Special Instructions for Northern Light/Eastern Maine Medical Center (EMMC)
If you plan to complete your observation at Northern Light/Eastern Maine Medical Center (EMMC), you must follow a specific process:
- Submit Your 葫芦影业 Application for Admission
Before scheduling an observation at EMMC, you must first complete and submit your application to 葫芦影业鈥檚 Admissions Office. - Request a Job Shadow at EMMC
Visit the and follow the instructions to request a radiography job shadow. - Complete All Required Documentation
Carefully read the instructions provided by EMMC and submit all required forms. These documents must be received before you will be contacted to schedule your observation. - Wait for Confirmation
After EMMC receives and processes your documentation, their Clinical Coordinator will contact you directly to arrange your observation appointment.
Dress Code During Radiography Observation
To maintain a professional appearance and comply with hospital policies, applicants must follow the guidelines below during their radiography observation:
Acceptable Attire:
- Professional clothing such as khakis, dress pants, skirts, or dresses
- Comfortable, closed-toe shoes
- Moderate makeup, if worn
Grooming Standards:
- Hair must be neat, clean, and professional
- Long hair (beyond the chin) must be tied back
- Male applicants may wear neatly trimmed mustaches or beards, or be clean-shaven
- No perfume or after-shave (per hospital policy)
Unacceptable Attire and Appearance:
- Jeans or torn pants
- Tight, cropped, halter, or belly shirts
- T-shirts with inappropriate logos or slogans
- Sandals or open-toed shoes
- Facial piercings or visible tattoos
- Gum chewing
- Dirty hair or nails
- Noticeable body odor
Following these guidelines helps ensure a respectful and professional experience in the clinical environment. If you have any questions about appropriate attire, contact the 葫芦影业 Admissions Office before your observation.
HESI A2 Exam Information
As part of the application process for 葫芦影业鈥檚 Medical Radiography program, all applicants are required to take the HESI A2 Exam.
Before You Schedule:
- You must submit your Application for Admission before scheduling your HESI A2 exam at 葫芦影业.
- If you have not yet completed the required program prerequisites, it is not recommended that you take the exam at this time.
How to Prepare
Examinees are responsible for reviewing testing instructions prior to test day. To prepare, the Admissions Committee recommends the following resources:
- Khan Academy 鈥� helpful for reviewing math concepts:
- SAT prep guides or Master the GED by Arco
- Study guide available at the 葫芦影业 Bookstore:
HESI Admission Assessment Exam Review by Elsevier
ISBN: 978-0-323-58226-1 | Cost: $44.95
Testing Accommodations
If you require accommodations due to a disability, contact our Director of Learning Support at 207-974-4868 or emccaccess@mainecc.edu. All required documentation must be on file before you schedule your test date.
Exam Content
The HESI A2 exam for Medical Radiography includes the following sections:
- Reading Comprehension
- Vocabulary
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Math
Test Dates & Scheduling
HESI A2 exams will be offered between November and February on the 葫芦影业 campus. The cost is $60, payable on the day of the exam.
To schedule your exam, .
Information Session
As part of the final application review process, selected applicants will be invited to attend a mandatory in-person information session with members of the Admissions Committee, senior Radiography students, and other candidates.
- Attendance is required for those invited.
- Invitations will be sent via email after completed applications are reviewed.
- This session is the final step in the admissions process.
Please keep your schedule flexible and mark your calendar for possible dates.
Anticipated session dates for Fall 2025 admission are to be determined.
Final Admission Decisions
Applicants will be notified of the Admissions Committee鈥檚 decision by mail.
- Waitlisted candidates may be offered admission at any time up to approximately July 1 of the same year.
- Applicants who are not selected must reapply to be considered for admission in the following year.
Primary Contacts for Admission Questions
For questions about the Medical Radiography admission process, please refer to the appropriate contact below. Email is preferred for all inquiries.
- Selection Process (Stacy Green, Associate Director of Enrollment Operations)
- sgreen@mainecc.edu
- 207-974-4679
- Transfer Credit (Elizabeth Castro, Transfer Coordinator)
- Program Experience (Heather Merrill, Program Director)
- hmerrill@mainecc.edu
- 207-974-4659