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Across the country, the field of radiologic technology is expected to grow 15 percent by 2030. In Delaware, the growth of this profession is expected to be slightly slower, at 9 percent. Even so, this is well above the projected rate of growth for similar professions and all professions in the US. ([Leer esta información en español](https://radiologyed.org/es/delaware/))

Thanks to these promising employment figures, as well as comparatively high salary figures, this is a great time to explore a career in the radiologic sciences in Delaware.

## Responsibilities of Radiologic Technologists

Radiologic technologists in Delaware work with a variety of machines and technologies to create images of the body. This allows doctors to diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditions. Radiology technologists are responsible for operating X-ray machines, CT scanners, MRI machines, and other imaging equipment. They also need to prepare patients for radiologic procedures, position them correctly, and explain the procedure to them. In addition, they must take special steps to protect patients from unnecessary radiation exposure. Patient care intervention may also be required in certain cases. Radiation therapy technologists are also responsible for administering radiation treatments to patients and monitoring their progress throughout the process.

## Radiology Requirements in Delaware

Radiology science professionals in Delaware must be licensed. Radiologic technologists and radiation therapists must sit for the state exam or the [American Registry of Radiologic Technologists](https://www.arrt.org/) (ARRT) exam. The state exam or [Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board](https://www.nmtcb.org/) (NMTCB) exam is required for nuclear medicine professionals. Those working in cardiovascular medicine must pass the state exam or the [Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) exam](https://www.cci-online.org/). Licensing exams from other states are acceptable when those states have equivalent requirements. Limited license X-ray technicians must pass the ARRT exam and attend an approved study program.

The prerequisite courses needed to become a radiologic technologist include algebra, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, physics, radiation protection, and biology. Students may also wish to take additional classes in computer science or information technology. Additionally, many positions require certification in CPR and first aid.

## Finding Radiologic Technology Programs in Delaware

To pursue a career as a radiologic technologist in Delaware, you need to have an associate’s degree from an accredited program. In addition, most employers will require you to obtain a certification. Delaware has exactly two JRCERT-accredited radiography programs in the entire state, both operated by Delaware Technical & Community College on separate campuses roughly 100 miles apart. That concentration matters when you are choosing where to apply: your options are limited, your class sizes are capped, and seats fill quickly. Most radiologic technology schools in Delaware also provide students with clinical education experience at local medical facilities.

### Financial Aid Options for Radiologic Technology Programs

Financial aid is available to those who qualify. The Delaware Higher Education Office provides grants and scholarship programs for eligible students in the state. Additional options may include loans, private scholarships, or employer reimbursement programs. Students should contact the Financial Aid office at their chosen institution for more information on these types of aid.

## Registered Radiologic Technologist (RRT) Delaware Programs

Although there are no formal RRT programs offered in Delaware, many radiologic techs choose to pursue extra certifications and credentials. This is accomplished by taking additional coursework through a post-primary certificate program or completing education courses from accredited schools or universities.

The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) provides a list of approved post-primary programs, continuing education courses, and additional certifications. The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists also offers Recertification points to help technologists meet requirements for renewal and recertification of credentials every two years.

### Large Employers in Radiology

Hospital radiology departments are the largest employers of radiologic science professionals in any state. There are relatively few hospitals in the tiny state of Delaware, but the major medical centers in the largest cities are the most promising choices for job seekers.

Registered radiologic technologists in Delaware can also look for jobs in outpatient imaging centers and offices, mobile X-ray services, and research facilities. For those interested in teaching and research fields, universities and colleges often offer positions to qualified individuals as well.

One hospital in Delaware, [Christiana Care in Newark](https://radiologyed.org/schools/delaware/#christiana), has been nationally ranked by the US News & World Report.

[Christiana Care Health System](//www.christianacare.org)
 4755 Ogletown-Stanton Road
 Newark, DE 19718-0002
 (302) 733-1000

[Bayhealth – Kent General Hospital](https://www.bayhealth.org/locations/bayhealth-hospital-kent-campus)
 640 South State Street
 Dover, DE 19901
 (302) 674-4700

[Bayhealth – Milford Memorial](https://www.bayhealth.org/locations/bayhealth-hospital-sussex-campus)
 21 West Clarke Avenue
 Milford,Delaware 19963
 (302) 422-3311

[Wilmington Veterans Affairs Medical Center](//www.wilmington.va.gov/)
 1601 Kirkwood Highway
 Wilmington, DE 19805
 (302) 994-2511 or (302) 994-2511

[Saint Francis Healthcare](//stfrancishealthcare.org/)
 701 North Clayton Street
 Wilmington, DE 19805
 (302) 421-4100

[Nanticoke Health Services](http://www.nanticoke.org/)
 801 Middleford Road
 Seaford, Delaware 19973
 (302) 629-6611

## Program Listings: JRCERT-Accredited Radiography Programs

### [Delaware Technical & Community College – George Campus (Wilmington)](https://www.dtcc.edu/academics/programs-study/radiologic-technology/)

- **Location:** 700 West Lea Blvd., Suite 101, Riverside Medical Arts Complex, Wilmington, DE 19802
- **Program Type:** Radiography (Associate Degree)
- **Program Length:** 24 months
- **Tuition (Resident):** $4,575
- **Tuition (Non-Resident):** $11,437.50
- **Total Program Capacity:** 58 students
- **JRCERT Accreditation Length:** 8 Years
- **Completion Rate:** 94%
- **ARRT Exam Pass Rate:** 88%
- **Job Placement Rate:** 100%

The Wilmington campus places students at a wide network of clinical sites across northern Delaware and southeastern Pennsylvania. Sites include multiple ChristianaCare locations (Christiana Hospital in Newark, Wilmington Hospital, Middletown, Concord Health Center in Chadds Ford, and outpatient imaging at Brandywine and Pike Creek), Nemours A.I. DuPont Hospital for Children, St. Francis Hospital, Delaware Imaging Network in Newark, Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists, First State Orthopaedics, and Union Hospital in Elkton, Maryland. That diversity means students rotate through pediatric imaging, orthopedic imaging, large academic medical center environments, and outpatient settings before graduation.

### [Delaware Technical & Community College – Jack F. Owens Campus (Georgetown)](https://www.dtcc.edu/academics/programs-study/radiologic-technology/)

- **Location:** 21179 College Drive, Georgetown, DE 19947
- **Program Type:** Radiography (Associate Degree)
- **Program Length:** 23 months
- **Tuition (Resident):** $4,575
- **Tuition (Non-Resident):** $11,437
- **Total Program Capacity:** 56 students
- **JRCERT Accreditation Length:** 8 Years
- **Completion Rate:** 78%
- **ARRT Exam Pass Rate:** 98%
- **Job Placement Rate:** 100%

The Georgetown campus serves southern Delaware and places students at clinical sites across the region: Bayhealth Hospital’s Kent Campus in Dover, Bayhealth’s Sussex Campus in Milford, Bayhealth Total Care in Milton, Beebe Healthcare in Lewes, TidalHealth – Nanticoke in Seaford, TidalHealth – Immediate Care Seaford, and Abessinio Health Campus in Rehoboth. Students interested in working in rural and coastal Delaware hospital settings after graduation will find this clinical mix directly relevant to their likely job market.

## Program Comparison Table

| Institution | Length | Resident Tuition | Completion Rate | ARRT Pass Rate | Placement Rate | Accreditation | Evening/Weekend |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Delaware Technical & CC | 24 mo. | $4,575 | 94% | 88% | 100% | 8 Years | No |
| Delaware Technical & CC | 23 mo. | $4,575 | 78% | 98% | 100% | 8 Years | No |

Both campuses charge identical resident tuition and share the same 8-year JRCERT accreditation status. The most notable differences are the ARRT pass rate (10 percentage points higher at Georgetown) and the completion rate (16 percentage points higher at Wilmington). Both programs report 100% job placement. Neither campus offers alternative or online learning formats; attendance is in-person.

## Radiology Tech Salaries in Delaware

According to BLS May 2025 OEWS data, Delaware employs approximately 650 radiologic technologists and technicians (SOC 29-2034). The median annual wage is $84,210. Entry-level technologists at the 10th percentile earn around $61,770, while those at the 25th percentile earn $68,370. Experienced technologists at the 75th percentile earn $96,190, and top earners at the 90th percentile reach $108,980.

Delaware’s cost of living sits above the national average, driven largely by housing costs in the Wilmington metro area and the state’s proximity to Philadelphia. That context matters: a $84,210 median salary in Delaware carries less purchasing power than the same figure would in rural midwestern states, but it compares favorably to many East Coast markets when combined with Delaware’s lack of a state sales tax and its relatively moderate income tax structure compared to neighboring Pennsylvania and Maryland.

### Career Progression: Moving Into MRI

Radiologic technologists who pursue additional credentialing can move into MRI technology, which pays significantly more in Delaware. BLS May 2025 OEWS data shows that MRI Technologists (SOC 29-2035) in Delaware have a median annual wage of $103,510 – nearly $19,300 more per year than the radiologic technologist median. Even at the 10th percentile, MRI technologists earn $80,350, which is close to the overall radiology tech median. At the 90th percentile, MRI technologists in Delaware earn $117,110.

Delaware employs approximately 170 MRI technologists. The smaller workforce relative to general rad techs reflects the more specialized credential required, but also means fewer candidates compete for those higher-paying positions. Most employers expect candidates to hold an ARRT credential in radiography first, then complete additional training and credentialing in MRI. That pathway starts in one of the two programs listed on this page.

## Delaware Radiologic Technology Licensing Requirements

Delaware requires radiologic technologists to hold a state license to practice. The Delaware Division of Professional Regulation oversees this process. To qualify for licensure, you must complete a JRCERT-accredited program and pass the ARRT certification examination. Both programs listed here satisfy the educational requirement.

Key requirements for Delaware licensure include:

- Graduation from a JRCERT-accredited radiography program
- Passing the ARRT examination in radiography
- Submission of a completed licensure application to the Delaware Division of Professional Regulation
- Payment of applicable licensure fees [VERIFY: current fee schedule from Delaware Division of Professional Regulation]
- Completion of continuing education credits for license renewal [VERIFY: current CE hours required per renewal cycle]

Delaware’s license does not automatically transfer reciprocity to all neighboring states. If you plan to work in Pennsylvania or Maryland at any point, verify the requirements for those states separately. Both states have their own licensure processes, and border-area hospitals frequently employ techs from multiple states.

Clinical hours completed during your program count toward the supervised clinical experience requirement for ARRT eligibility. Both Del Tech programs are structured so that graduates meet ARRT’s minimum clinical competency requirements upon program completion.

## What to Look for in a Delaware Radiology Tech Program

With only two accredited programs in the state, your decision largely comes down to geography, campus culture, and clinical site alignment with your career goals. Here is what to weigh carefully.

### Clinical Site Variety and Volume

Clinical experience is where competency is built. The Wilmington campus partners with ChristianaCare, which is the state’s largest health system, plus pediatric imaging at Nemours and orthopedic practices. Students entering that network encounter high patient volume and a range of imaging contexts early in their training. The Georgetown campus focuses on southern Delaware’s hospital systems, which serve a different demographic and geographic area. If you want to work in Sussex County or the coastal healthcare market after graduation, training there makes practical sense.

### ARRT Exam Pass Rates and What They Indicate

The Georgetown campus reported a 98% ARRT first-attempt pass rate; the Wilmington campus reported 88%. Both are above the national average, but a 10-point gap is worth understanding. Pass rates reflect a combination of curriculum quality, faculty support, student preparation resources, and cohort characteristics. Ask each program how they support students who struggle with board prep, what review materials are provided, and what percentage of graduates who did not pass on the first attempt eventually passed.

### Completion Rates and Support Systems

A 94% completion rate at Wilmington versus 78% at Georgetown is a meaningful difference. Completion rates measure the share of students who start the program and finish it. Lower completion can reflect program rigor, student demographics, lack of support services, scheduling challenges, or some combination. Ask admissions staff directly: where do students typically struggle, and what support is available? Financial aid access, tutoring, and flexible scheduling for working students all affect completion.

### Program Length and Scheduling

Both programs run approximately two years (23-24 months). Neither campus currently offers alternative learning formats, which means full-time, in-person attendance is required for both didactic coursework and clinical rotations. If you are balancing work or family obligations, discuss this with each program’s admissions advisor before applying. Seat counts are limited – 56 to 58 students per campus – and the application process is competitive.

### Tuition and Total Cost of Attendance

Resident tuition of $4,575 is exceptionally low by any standard. However, total cost of attendance includes fees, books, clinical supplies, uniforms, liability insurance, and living expenses over two years. Request a complete cost-of-attendance estimate from each campus, not just tuition. Delaware residents gain a significant financial advantage over non-residents, whose tuition runs to $11,437 to $11,437.50 for the full program.

## Program Length, Clinical Hours, and ARRT Exam Preparation

Both Delaware programs are 23 to 24 months in length. During that time, students complete a combination of classroom instruction in radiographic anatomy, physics, positioning, pathology, radiation protection, and patient care, along with structured clinical rotations at affiliated sites.

ARRT requires a minimum number of clinical competencies across required and elective examination categories. Both programs structure their clinical hours to ensure students achieve those competency requirements before graduation. You should ask each program for its clinical hour total and how competency documentation is tracked.

For ARRT exam preparation, ask programs specifically:

- Whether a structured board review course is included in the curriculum
- What practice exam resources students receive access to
- How faculty address students who score below benchmark on internal assessments
- The program’s first-attempt pass rate history over the past three years

The ARRT examination tests radiographic physics and instrumentation, image production, radiation protection, equipment operation, image evaluation, anatomy, physiology, pathology, and procedures. Programs with integrated review throughout the curriculum, rather than a single end-of-program cram period, tend to produce stronger pass rates.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### How long does it take to become a radiology tech in Delaware?

Both accredited programs in Delaware take approximately two years to complete – 24 months at the Wilmington campus and 23 months at the Georgetown campus. After graduating, you must pass the ARRT certification exam and apply for a Delaware state license before you can practice independently. Most graduates complete the full process, from starting the program to receiving licensure, within about 26 to 28 months.

### How much do radiology techs make in Delaware?

According to BLS May 2025 OEWS data, the median annual wage for radiologic technologists and technicians in Delaware is $84,210. Entry-level positions typically start in the $61,770 to $68,370 range. With experience and additional credentials such as MRI certification, earnings can reach $96,190 to $108,980 or higher.

### Does Delaware require a license to work as a radiology tech?

Yes. Delaware requires radiologic technologists to be licensed through the Delaware Division of Professional Regulation. Licensure requires completion of a JRCERT-accredited program and a passing score on the ARRT examination.

### Is Delaware Technical Community College’s radiology program JRCERT accredited?

Yes. Both the George Campus in Wilmington and the Jack F. Owens Campus in Georgetown hold 8-year JRCERT accreditation, which is the maximum accreditation length awarded and reflects strong programmatic performance. Graduating from a JRCERT-accredited program is required for ARRT exam eligibility and Delaware licensure.

### What is the job placement rate for radiology tech graduates in Delaware?

Both Del Tech campuses report 100% job placement rates for their graduates, based on JRCERT data. Delaware’s healthcare sector, anchored by ChristianaCare, Bayhealth, Beebe Healthcare, and Nemours, provides consistent demand for credentialed radiologic technologists.

### Can I complete a radiology tech program online in Delaware?

No accredited radiography program in Delaware currently offers online or hybrid formats. The clinical component of radiography education requires hands-on patient care and equipment operation that cannot be completed remotely. Both Del Tech campuses require full-time, in-person attendance for didactic and clinical components.

### What can I specialize in after completing a radiology tech program in Delaware?

After earning ARRT certification in radiography, Delaware technologists commonly pursue additional credentials in MRI, computed tomography (CT), mammography, or interventional radiology. MRI is particularly well-compensated in Delaware, with a median wage of $103,510 according to BLS May 2025 OEWS data. Most specialization credentials require some period of clinical experience in the primary modality first.

### What is the difference between the Wilmington and Georgetown Del Tech campuses?

The programs are structurally similar and charge the same tuition, but they serve different regions and clinical networks. Wilmington places students at urban and suburban northern Delaware sites, including a major pediatric hospital and a large multi-site health system. Georgetown serves southern Delaware and places students at regional hospitals and urgent care settings across Sussex and Kent Counties. The Georgetown campus reports a higher ARRT pass rate (98% versus 88%), while the Wilmington campus reports a higher completion rate (94% versus 78%). Both campuses report 100% job placement.

## Next Steps

Delaware’s small number of accredited programs means you should apply early and gather complete information before making a decision. Visit each campus, speak with current students if possible, and ask detailed questions about clinical scheduling, board prep resources, and financial aid. Both programs at [Delaware Technical & Community College](https://www.dtcc.edu/academics/programs-study/radiologic-technology/) lead to the same credential and report strong placement outcomes. Your choice between campuses should reflect where you want to train clinically and where you expect to work after graduation. Use the program details and comparison data above to guide that conversation, and contact the admissions offices at each campus to confirm current application deadlines and requirements.

## Professional Organizations

The Delaware affiliate of the [American Society of Radiologic Technologists](https://www.asrt.org/) is the [Delaware Society of Radiologic Professionals](https://www.facebook.com/Delaware-Society-of-Radiology-Professionals-DSRP-312727497282/) (DSRP). The DSRP does not currently have a website, but it does provide information and networking opportunities via the social networking site Facebook.

## Sources

- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025) — wage and employment figures. https://www.bls.gov/oes/
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook — job outlook. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/
- Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) — accredited programme directory (720 programmes). https://www.jrcert.org/programs/
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) — certification requirements. https://www.arrt.org/
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists — https://www.arrt.org/
- Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board — https://www.nmtcb.org/
- Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) exam — https://www.cci-online.org/
- Bayhealth – Kent General Hospital — https://www.bayhealth.org/locations/bayhealth-hospital-kent-campus
- Nanticoke Health Services — http://www.nanticoke.org/
- Delaware Technical & Community College – George Campus (Wilmington) — https://www.dtcc.edu/academics/programs-study/radiologic-technology/
- American Society of Radiologic Technologists — https://www.asrt.org/

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