Minnesota, like the rest of the nation, is experiencing a rapid expansion of the healthcare field as its population grows older.

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With a greater national need for medical care ahead, the demand for health technologists is growing, and more radiological technologists are required to help fulfill the expanding industry.

In the next decade alone, radiography jobs are expected to increase by 12% nationally, leading to more job opportunities and competitive pay for professionals who are qualified.

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State Licensure Requirements in Minnesota

In the state of Minnesota, radiological technology professionals are required to have an official license to work. These licenses do not have a renewal date, but licensed professionals must complete mandatory continuing education classes, which vary from 24-50 hours every two years. Some radiological technology professions may have additional requirements that must be met, so be sure to do some proper research before choosing a specific radiology field. Minnesota, like a majority of US states in the nation, uses the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification exams to fulfill state licensing requirements. Registered radiologic technologists must pass the ARRT certification exams to receive their official licensure.

Radiologic Technology Schools in Minnesota

Minnesota is currently home to 11 radiography programs that are accredited by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). These radiology programs may offer a Certificate, an Associate’s, a Bachelor’s in Radiology Technology, or a combination of the three.

Other Schools to Consider Radiologic Technology Program

In addition to the colleges listed above, Minnesota currently has 5 other schools with radiography programs that are not currently accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiology Technology (JRCERT). However, most of these have either been accredited by other entities or have applied for their JRCERT-accredited status:

Crossing the state border to the south, there are several options in Iowa, including Des Moines, Iowa City, and Cedar Rapids. In North Dakota, there are schools in Bismarck, Fargo, and Minot, while in South Dakota there are programs in Sioux Falls, Yankton, Aberdeen, Mitchell, and Rapid City. To the east in Wisconsin, students will find schools in Wassau, LaCrosse, Eau Claire, Fond du Lac, Oshkosh, and Madison.

Large Employers in Radiology

The state of Minnesota is home to more than 100 hospitals and numerous other small healthcare facilities, such as clinics and family practice offices. While the major hospitals employ the greatest number of radiologic technologists, the smaller clinics them as well. Many of Minnesota’s most well-known hospitals are below:

Mayo Clinic, Rochester
200 S. W. First Street
Rochester, MN 55905-0002
(507) 284-2511

University of Minnesota Medical Center, Minneapolis
2450 Riverside Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55454-1400
(612) 672-6000

Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Minneapolis
800 East 28th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55407-3799
(612) 863-4000

Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota, Minneapolis
2525 Chicago Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55404-9976
(612) 813-6100

St. Cloud Hospital, Saint Cloud
1406 Sixth Avenue North
Saint Cloud, MN 56303-1901
(320) 251-2700

United Hospital of St. Paul, Saint Paul
333 North Smith Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55102-2389
(651) 241-8000

North Memorial Hospital, Robbinsdale
3300 Oakdale Avenue North
Robbinsdale, MN 55422-2926
(763) 520-5200

Salaries for Radiologists

In the state of Minnesota, radiological technologists enjoy above-average salaries.

The average annual salary for a radiologic technologist in Minnesota is currently about $71,760, with an average hourly wage of $34.50.

This is greater than the current national average annual salary for radiologic technologists, which is about $61,370. Like other US states, salaries of radiological technologists can vary in Minnesota, with career factors such as job duties, employer, and level of experience influencing salaries. More information on Rad Tech salaries in Minnesota.

Professional Organizations

To help further their career, both working radiologic technologists and students should consider joining the Minnesota Society of Radiologic Technologists (MNSRT). This professional organization offers its members benefits including exclusive employment listings and networking opportunities. For more information on radiology education, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) is a valuable resource. The American registry of radiologic technologists (ARRT) is also a great option for certification and registration.

 

JRCERT Accredited Radiography Programs in Minnesota

Argosy University – Twin Cities – Radiation Therapy

1515 Central Parkway, Eagan MN 55121

Tel: (651) 846-3437

Program Name: Radiation Therapy

Program Type: Associate of Science

Duration: 85 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 81%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 83%  

Tuition Fees: $20,800 Resident, $20,800 Non-resident

Century College – Radiography

3300 Century Avenue North, White Bear Lake MN 55110

Tel: (651) 779-3334

Program Name: Radiologic Technology

Program Type: Associate of Applied Science

Duration: 100 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 79%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 100%  Job Placement Rate: 89.2%

Tuition Fees: $6,300 Resident, $6,300 Non-resident

Dunwoody College of Technology – Radiography

818 Dunwoody Blvd., Minneapolis MN 55403

Tel: (612) 381-3091

Program Name: Radiologic Technology

Program Type: Associate of Applied Science

Duration: 40 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 94%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 84%  Job Placement Rate: 95%

Tuition Fees: $24,000 Resident, $24,000 Non-resident

Lake Superior College – Radiography

2101 Trinity Road, Duluth MN 55811-2741

Tel: (218) 733-7713

Program Name: Radiologic Technology

Program Type: Associate of Applied Science

Duration: 75 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 67%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 100%  Job Placement Rate: 91%

Tuition Fees: $7,779 Resident, $14,240 Non-resident

Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences – Radiography

Siebens Building, 200 First Street, S.W., Rochester MN 55905

Tel: (507) 255-3542

Program Name: Radiography

Program Type: Certificate

Duration: 68 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 94%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 100%  Job Placement Rate: 100%

Tuition Fees: $15,841

Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences – Radiation Therapy

Jacobson LO 210 Rad, 200 First Street, S.W., Rochester MN 55905

Tel: (507) 284-4148

Program Name: Radiation Therapy

Program Type: Certificate

Duration: 12 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 100%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 100%  Job Placement Rate: 100%

Tuition Fees: $16,275 Resident, $16,275 Non-resident

Minneapolis VA Healthcare System – Radiography

One Veterans Drive – 114, Minneapolis MN 55417-2399

Tel: (612) 467-4355

Program Name: Radiologic Technology

Program Type: Certificate

Duration: 24 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 100%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 94%  Job Placement Rate: 100%

Minnesota State College Southeast – Radiography

1250 Homer Road, Winona MN 55987

Tel: (507) 453-2799

Program Name: Radiography

Program Type: Associate of Applied Science

Duration: 28 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 87%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 88%  Job Placement Rate: 92%

Tuition Fees: $8,056

Minnesota State Community and Technical College-Detroit Lakes Campus – Radiography

900 Highway 34 East, Detroit Lakes MN 56501

Tel: (218) 846-3740

Program Name: Radiologic Technology

Program Type: Associate of Applied Science

Duration: 32 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 93.75%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 93%  Job Placement Rate: 94.6%

Tuition Fees: $6,010 Resident, $6,010 Non-resident

Minnesota West Community and Technical College – Radiography

311 North Spring Street, Luverne MN 56156

Tel: (507) 449-2775

Program Name: Radiologic Technology

Program Type: Associate of Applied Science

Duration: 32 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 71%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 98%  Job Placement Rate: 92%

Tuition Fees: $7,817 for Residents, $7,817 Non-residents

Northland Community & Technical College – Radiography

2022 Central Avenue NE, East Grand Forks MN 56721-2702

Tel: (218) 793-2616

Program Name: Radiologic Technology

Program Type: Associate of Applied Science

Duration: 32 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 69%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 86%  Job Placement Rate: 100%

Tuition Fees: $7,547 for Resident, $7,547 for Non-resident

Rasmussen College – Lake Elmo/Woodbury – Radiography

8565 Eagle Point Circle, Lake Elmo MN 55042

Tel: (651) 259-6673

Program Name: Radiologic Technology

Program Type: Associate of Radiography

Duration: 40 months

Tuition Fees: $15,940 Resident, $15,940 Non-resident

Riverland Community College – Radiography

1900 8th Avenue, N.W., Austin MN 55912

Tel: (507) 433-0365

Program Name: Radiography

Program Type: Associate of Applied Science

Duration: 33 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 88%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 94%  Job Placement Rate: 100%

Tuition Fees: $7,400 Resident, $7,400 Non-resident

St. Catherine University – Radiation Therapy

601 25th Avenue South, Minneapolis MN 55454

Tel: (651) 690-7719

Program Name: Radiation Therapy

Program Type: Bachelor of Science

Duration: 9 months

St. Catherine University – Radiography

601 25th Avenue South, Minneapolis MN 55454

Tel: (651) 690-7807

Program Name: Radiography

Program Type: Associate of Applied Science

Duration: 73 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 94%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 93%  Job Placement Rate: 95%

Tuition Fees: $19,800 Resident, $19,800 Non-resident

St. Cloud Hospital – Radiography

1406 Sixth Avenue North, St. Cloud MN 56303

Tel: (320) 255-5719

Program Name: Diagnostic Imaging

Program Type: Certificate

Duration: 21 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 100%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 100%  Job Placement Rate: 100%