The SSRT is currently seeking accreditation from the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 from High School or at least 12 credit hours of college coursework.
• Clear criminal background check.
• Pass a pre-employment physical and drug test.

Students will attend clinical rotations beginning at the start of the Radiology technical courses within the SSRT Program. The various Clinical Education Settings (CES) will provide students with a well-structured and patient-centered clinical experience. Students are expected to attend clinical rotations for up to 24 hours a week during each semester. The clinical shifts typically take place during the week for no more than eight hours at a time. They are a majority of first shift rotations except for off-shift rotations that will take place within the last semester of the program including afternoons, nights, and weekends.

Current Clinical Education Settings (CES): Summa Health Systems Akron and Barberton, Green Emergency Department, and the following Summa Health Medical Centers: Medina, Stow-Kent, Tallmadge, and Wadsworth.

SSRT (TECHNICAL) COURSES
Course Name	Location
Radiographic Procedures I	Summa	3
Methods of Patient Care I	Summa	3
Radiologic Physics and Principles I	Summa	3
Clinical Education I	Summa	3
Radiographic Procedures II	Summa	3
Methods of Patient Care II	Summa	3
Radiologic Physics and Principals II	Summa	3
Clinical Education II	Summa	3
Special Imaging I	Summa	3
Radiologic Physics and Principals III	Summa	3
Radiographic Pathology	Summa	3
Clinical Education III	Summa	3
Special Imaging II	Summa	3
Radiobiology and Safety	Summa	3
Registry Review	Summa	3
Clinical Education IV	Summa	3

To accomplish the SSRT mission, the radiologic technology program embraces the following goals: 

1. Students will perform radiologic procedures consistent with entry level requirements of a registered radiographer. 

• Students will properly position patients to obtain high-quality, diagnostic images. 
• Students will select appropriate technical factors. 
• Students will practice the concepts of ALARA and the requirements set by federal and state agencies. 

2. Students will communicate effectively in the clinical setting. 

• Students will communicate effectively with patients and medical staff through informative speech. 
• Students will demonstrate the ability to communicate through written correspondence pertaining to healthcare. 

3. Students will apply effective critical thinking skills. 

• Students will adapt positioning for non-routine patients. 
• Students will critique images for diagnostic quality and be capable of identifying solutions for suboptimal images.

SSRT Program Mission:
Our mission is to prepare graduates who are dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and contributing to the health and well-being of diverse communities. Through a blend of rigorous instruction, hands-on experience and interdisciplinary collaboration, we empower students to become leaders in radiologic and imaging sciences. 

Applicants accepted through the selective admission process and Summa Health employment requirements will be hired as an Ambassador for the SSRT program. 

As an SSRT Ambassador, students receive full tuition and related fees paid 100% as long as the student meets and maintains all the requirements within Summa Health’s SSRT Agreement.

Summa Health agrees to pay full tuition and related fees at 100% as long as the following requirements are met:

• After graduating and passing the licensure exam, the Radiologic Technologist agrees to work at Summa Health full-time for a period of 36 months after date of licensure.
• Students must maintain good standing with Summa Health throughout the SSRT program and as a Radiologic Technologist. 

If requirements are not met, tuition must be repaid.

Total cost of program per student: $42,969.87.

Due to the nature of the SSRT Agreement, financial aid is not required.

When a student attends prerequisite courses at the University of Akron (UA), students may have flexibility of in-person and online courses depending on availability. The number of pre-requisite courses will depend on transferable credits. 

When a student begins the Radiology courses of the program, they are expected to attend a combination of in-person classes and clinical rotations up to 40 hours a week, this does not include study time.

Academic Calendar: Fall, Spring & Summer Dates : The University of Akron, Ohio

The SSRT Academic and Clinical Handbooks are linked below under "Student Materials" and act as a guide for student success within the SSRT Program. Within the Handbooks, program policies and procedures are outlined such as grading systems, clinical expectations, grievances and more. Students are responsible for adhering to the policies and procedures outlined in the SSRT Handbooks.

Step One: Student Application Deadline and Requirements Applications for the Fall 2026-2028 cohort of the SSRT Program are accepted from January 21, 2026, through March 4, 2026. SSRT applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. EST on March 4, 2026. The application deadline will be strictly enforced; late submissions will not be accepted. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure application is complete and all required documentation is uploaded prior to submission deadline. Incomplete submissions will not be accepted. 

Selective Admission Process: This program requires a separate, program specific application in addition to the university; all application deadlines are firm. The SSRT program has a competitive admission process, so not all applicants can be chosen. One class of 10-15 students with alternates are selected each year. A selective admissions policy with specific selection criteria is utilized to choose the most qualified students. The strength of the applicant pool will vary each year, with the highest qualified applications receiving first consideration. Applicants who were not selected for the current application period must re-apply to be considered for a later application period. Should any of the accepted applicants decline admission, an alternate will be offered acceptance to the program.

Step Two: Notification of SSRT Status 

If interviewed and invited to move to the second step in the process as an SSRT Candidate, you will: 

• Sign Letter of Intent 
• You will be instructed to apply to University of Akron 
• Meet with an advisor 
• Take any placement tests needed. 

If you are invited as an SSRT Alternate, you will: 

• Remain an alternate until the start of Summer of 2027 
• If a candidate drops before the start of the Summer 2027 semester, we will contact you and start the UA process 
• If not contacted by the start of Summer of 2027, we will send a letter thanking you and encourage you to apply for the next cohort Letters of candidacy/alternate/denial status will be sent out to applicants via email provided on their application after overall scoring has taken place. 

Email correspondence is the primary form of communication that is used throughout the application process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to check their email on a regular basis and adhere to deadlines regardless of circumstances.

Step Three: SSRT Ambassador if accepted into UA and invited to move to the third step, you will need to complete the following: 

• Sign the Letter of Intent 
• Employee Onboarding: 
  
  • Background Check 
  • Health Screening 
  • Drug Test 
  • Immunization Review 
  • N95 Fit Test 
  • Sign SSRT Agreement

Please see attached Information Packet for full explanation of the Three Step Selective Admission Process.

Q: Is it possible to maintain full-time employment during the program?
A: The student may have flexibility during depending on the prerequisite portion of the program. Once you begin the Radiology core classes, you will be expected to attend clinical and classes Monday through Friday up to eight hours a day. We advise students to limit their employment hours to a maximum of 20 hours a week due to the content covered in classes and allowing time for studying. 

Q: Is it difficult to get into the SSRT Program?
A: The SSRT Program is very competitive due to the quantity and quality of applicants. Each year we accept 10-15 students. 

Q: Is it guaranteed I get an interview?
A: No, again the SSRT Program is very competitive due to the quantity and quality of applicants. Only top scoring applicants will be invited for an interview.

Q: How are applicants scored?
A: Applications are based on a point system. Points are given for passing grades in math and science courses according to transcripts within the five-year time frame, medical and military experience, and interview.

Q: How can I make my application more competitive?
A: A way to improve your chances for acceptance are taking math and science courses at an accredited institution to strengthen coursework and GPA categories. Also, preparation in strengthening your application for the new year includes increasing your knowledge about the profession of radiologic technology and honing your interview skills.

Q: Is there a waitlist?
A: No, the SSRT Program utilizes an alternate list. If a candidate drops before the start of the summer semester of 2027. SSRT Faculty will review selected alternates and determine which one is best suited for candidacy at that time in the program.

Q: Does the SSRT Program arrange job shadowing?
A: No. Interested applicants must reach out to Volunteer Services and arrange for in person shadowing. The SSRT Program offers virtual shadowing.

Q: Are there any stipulations for pre-requisite courses?
A: Yes. Math and Science courses have to have a passing letter grade of a “C” or above to qualify and have to be taken within five years. 

Q: Will my pre-requisites transfer?
A: Once accepted into the SSRT Program and The University of Akron (UA), UA will review transcripts and decide which credits will qualify. The SSRT Program does not accept transfers for Radiology specific courses.

Q: Will I get paid while attending clinical rotations?
A: No. You are a student when attending clinicals.

Q: How do you decide where students attend clinical rotations?
A: The Clinical Coordinator will assign clinical rotations every semester to ensure students have a well-rounded clinical experience.