# New Jersey > Markdown rendering of https://radiologyed.org/schools/new-jersey/ for AI agents and researchers. > Same facts as the HTML page, with navigation and sponsored units removed and sources listed. The HTML page is canonical. > Publisher: radiologyed.org · Last checked: 2026-08-19 Careers in radiologic technology are increasing in number across the country and every state. ([Leer esta información en español](https://radiologyed.org/es/new-jersey/)) The growth rate for this field of work is [expected to be 6 percent](https://radiologyed.org/prospects/), more than double that for other careers, over the next decade because of the increasing need for health care. This is a populous state with a large number of sizable medical centers and hospitals. Jobs in this state in the field of radiologic technology should be easy to find for many years to come. Now is an excellent time to earn a degree or a certificate and get a job in radiology. ## State Licensure To work as an x-ray tech in New Jersey requires licensing. To work in radiography, nuclear medicine, or radiation therapy, a two-year license may be granted. The licenses are administered by the State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. The state also issues limited licenses that allow someone to work in specific areas such as dental or podiatric radiologic technology. To get a license, students must complete an appropriate course of study and then pass the exam set by the [American Registry of Radiologic Technologists](https://www.arrt.org/) (ARRT). For nuclear medicine licensing, the exam given by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board may be substituted for that given by the ARRT. ## Accredited Radiology Tech Programs in New Jersey: What You Need to Know New Jersey has 15 JRCERT-accredited radiography programs – more than most states its size – spread across community colleges, hospital-based schools, and medical centers from Paramus in the north to Vineland in the south. The state’s median wage for radiologic technologists sits at $95,000 according to BLS May 2025 OEWS data, which is well above the national median and reflects both the high cost of living in the region and strong demand from the dense network of teaching hospitals, academic medical centers, and outpatient imaging groups that employ graduates. If you are researching programs, this page covers every JRCERT-accredited option in the state, along with salary data, licensing requirements, and the program factors that matter most. ## JRCERT-Accredited Radiography Programs in New Jersey All 15 programs listed below hold current JRCERT accreditation. Tuition figures reflect total program cost as reported to JRCERT and cover in-district or in-state resident rates unless otherwise noted. Pass rates refer to the ARRT certification examination. Program length is listed in months. ### Program Listings **Bergen Community College** – Paramus Tuition (resident): $6,332 | Length: 24 months | Completion rate: 89% | ARRT pass rate: 87% | Job placement: 88% Clinical sites include Hackensack University Medical Center, Holy Name Medical Center, and New Bridge Medical Center. **Brookdale Community College** – Lincroft Tuition (resident): $8,200 | Length: 22 months | Completion rate: 70% | ARRT pass rate: 79% | Job placement: 100% Clinical partners span the Jersey Shore region including Monmouth Medical Center, Jersey Shore Medical Center, and Ocean Medical Center. **Capital Health – East Trenton Campus** – Trenton Tuition: $10,567 (same rate for all students) | Length: 24 months | Completion rate: 88% | ARRT pass rate: 94% | Job placement: 100% Clinical training takes place within the Capital Health system and St. Mary Medical Center in Langhorne, PA. **[County College of Morris](https://www.ccm.edu/programs/radiography/)** – Randolph Tuition (resident): $6,060 | Length: 24 months | Completion rate: 93% | ARRT pass rate: 90% | Job placement: 91% Clinical affiliates include Morristown Medical Center, Overlook Medical Center, and Newton Medical Center. **Englewood Hospital and Medical Center** – Englewood Tuition: $8,595 (same rate for all students) | Length: 24 months | Completion rate: 100% | ARRT pass rate: 93% | Job placement: 98% All clinical training is within the Englewood Health system, including orthopedic and outpatient imaging sites across Bergen County. **Essex County College** – Newark Tuition (resident): $7,002 | Length: 22 months | Completion rate: 71% | ARRT pass rate: 97% | Job placement: 100% Clinical partners include University Hospital Newark, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, and Jersey City Medical Center. **[Hudson County Community College](https://www.hccc.edu/programs-courses/academic-pathways/nursing-health/radiography-as.html)** – Jersey City Tuition (resident): $11,845 | Length: 24 months | Completion rate: 88% | ARRT pass rate: 86% | Job placement: 100% This program has one of the largest clinical networks in the state, with sites in Jersey City, Hoboken, Bayonne, and even Manhattan and Staten Island. **JFK Medical Center** – Edison Tuition (resident): $17,930 | Length: 24 months | Completion rate: 100% | ARRT pass rate: 93% | Job placement: 100% Clinical affiliates include Hackensack University Medical Center, Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Trinitas Regional Medical Center, and the VA New Jersey Health Care System. **Mercer County Community College** – West Windsor Tuition (resident): $6,169 | Length: 23 months | Completion rate: 83% | ARRT pass rate: 89% | Job placement: 100% Clinical training covers a wide central New Jersey territory including Princeton Radiology Associates sites, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital at Hamilton, and University Radiology Group locations. **Middlesex College** – Edison Tuition (resident): $7,400 | Length: 24 months | Completion rate: 96% | ARRT pass rate: 98% | Job placement: 100% One of the largest programs in the state by capacity, with clinical partners including Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, St. Peter’s University Hospital, and University Hospital Newark. **Passaic County Community College** – Paterson Tuition (resident): $5,000 | Length: 24 months | Completion rate: 54% | ARRT pass rate: 98% | Job placement: 100% Despite a lower completion rate, graduates who do finish pass the ARRT at a 98% rate. Clinical sites include St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center and Hackensack Meridian Health Palisades Medical Center. **Rowan College at Burlington County** – Mount Laurel Tuition (resident): $9,800 | Length: 24 months | Completion rate: 85% | ARRT pass rate: 100% | Job placement: 100% Clinical affiliates include Cooper University Health Care, Virtua Health system hospitals, and Hackensack Meridian Health Southern Ocean Medical Center. **Rowan College of South Jersey** – Vineland Tuition (resident): $3,830 | Length: 21 months | Completion rate: 92% | ARRT pass rate: 89% | Job placement: 98% The lowest resident tuition of any program in the state. Clinical sites cover south Jersey extensively including AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Inspira Health network, and multiple Jefferson Health facilities. **Shore Medical Center** – Somers Point Tuition: $11,912 (same rate for all students) | Length: 21 months | Completion rate: 100% | ARRT pass rate: 100% | Job placement: 100% Shore Medical Center’s program achieves perfect scores across all three outcome metrics. Clinical training includes AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Cooper University Health Care, and Atlantic Medical Imaging sites across the shore region. **The Valley Hospital – Paramus Campus** – Paramus Tuition: $8,750 (same rate for all students) | Length: 24 months | Completion rate: 100% | ARRT pass rate: 90% | Job placement: 100% A small, focused program with all clinical training within the Valley Health system at three facilities. ## New Jersey Radiography Program Comparison Table The table below compares all 15 JRCERT-accredited radiography programs side by side. Tuition figures are resident rates. Programs with a single tuition rate charge the same for all students. | Institution | Length | Resident Tuition | Completion Rate | ARRT Pass Rate | Placement Rate | Accreditation | Evening/Weekend | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Bergen CC | 12 mo. | $6,589 | 100% | 95% | 100% | 8 Years | No | | Bergen CC | 24 mo. | $6,332 | 89% | 87% | 88% | 5 Years | No | | Brookdale CC | 22 mo. | $8,200 | 70% | 79% | 100% | 8 Years | No | | Capital Health – East Trenton Campus | 24 mo. | $10,567 | 88% | 94% | 100% | 8 Years | No | | Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center | 12 mo. | $7,000 | 100% | 97% | 97% | 8 Years | No | | County College of Morris | 24 mo. | $6,060 | 93% | 90% | 91% | 8 Years | No | | Englewood Hospital & Medical Center | 24 mo. | $8,595 | 100% | 93% | 98% | 5 Years | No | | Essex County College | 22 mo. | $7,002 | 71% | 97% | 100% | 8 Years | No | | Hudson County CC | 24 mo. | $11,845 | 88% | 86% | 100% | 8 Years | No | | JFK Medical Center | 24 mo. | $17,930 | 100% | 93% | 100% | 8 Years | No | | Mercer County CC | 23 mo. | $6,168 | 83% | 89% | 100% | 8 Years | No | | Middlesex College | 24 mo. | $7,400 | 96% | 98% | 100% | 8 years | No | | Passaic County CC | 24 mo. | $5,000 | 54% | 98% | 100% | 8 Years | No | | Rowan College at Burlington County | 24 mo. | $9,800 | 85% | 100% | 100% | 8 Years | No | | Rowan College of South Jersey | 21 mo. | $3,830 | 92% | 89% | 98% | 8 Years | No | | Shore Medical Center | 21 mo. | $11,912 | 100% | 100% | 100% | 8 Years | No | | The Valley Hospital – Paramus Campus | 24 mo. | $8,750 | 100% | 90% | 100% | 8 Years | No | * Single rate applies to all students regardless of residency. All other tuition figures are resident rates. Source: JRCERT program data. ## Radiologic Technologist Salaries in New Jersey According to BLS May 2025 OEWS data, 6,320 radiologic technologists and technicians (SOC 29-2034) were employed in New Jersey, earning a median annual wage of $95,000. The full wage distribution gives a clearer picture of what different career stages look like: - 10th percentile: $71,770 - 25th percentile: $80,600 - Median (50th percentile): $95,000 - 75th percentile: $103,510 - 90th percentile: $118,410 These figures are meaningful but they need context. New Jersey consistently ranks among the highest cost-of-living states in the country, particularly in the northeastern counties nearest New York City. Housing, taxes, and commuting costs are significant. That said, the earning potential at the 75th and 90th percentile – $103,510 and $118,410 respectively – represents genuine financial stability even accounting for local costs, and many employers in the state offer shift differentials for evening, overnight, and weekend work that can lift take-home pay further. ### How Specialization Affects Pay Radiographers who add MRI credentials after completing their initial certification see a meaningful earnings increase. BLS May 2025 OEWS data shows MRI technologists (SOC 29-2035) in New Jersey – 1,250 employed statewide – earn a median of $103,930 and a mean of $106,180. The 90th percentile for MRI techs reaches $130,800. That is a $35,390 gap between the 90th percentile of general radiographers and MRI technologists, which gives a concrete sense of what advanced credentials can mean over a career. The related imaging and therapy programs section below covers pathways to those credentials. ## New Jersey Licensing Requirements for Radiologic Technologists New Jersey requires all practicing radiologic technologists to hold a state license issued by the New Jersey Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners. This is a mandatory requirement – employment as a radiologic technologist or technician without a valid license is not permitted in New Jersey. To qualify for licensure, applicants must meet the following requirements: - Graduate from a JRCERT-accredited radiography program (all programs listed on this page qualify) - Pass the ARRT examination in Radiography - Submit a completed application to the New Jersey Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners with applicable fees - Pass a New Jersey state-specific examination covering New Jersey radiation protection regulations [VERIFY-STALE: confirm current state exam requirement with the NJ Radiologic Technology Board] - Meet any background check requirements as specified by the Board Licenses must be renewed on a biennial basis. Renewal requires documentation of continuing education as specified by the Board, and ARRT-certified technologists can typically use their ARRT continuing qualifications requirements to satisfy state CE requirements, though you should confirm the current alignment with the Board directly. Technologists licensed in other states who wish to work in New Jersey must apply for licensure by endorsement rather than examination, provided their home state has equivalent standards. Given New Jersey’s proximity to New York and Pennsylvania, cross-border commuting is common, and some graduates work across state lines – each state’s license requirements apply to the state where clinical work is performed. ## What to Look for in a New Jersey Radiography Program With 15 accredited programs to choose from, the decision is genuinely competitive. A few factors matter more than others when you are comparing options in this state specifically. ### ARRT Pass Rate vs. Completion Rate These two numbers tell different stories and both are important. A program with a 98% ARRT pass rate and a 54% completion rate – like Passaic County Community College – means that students who finish do very well, but a substantial proportion do not complete. Programs like Middlesex College (96% completion, 98% pass rate) and Shore Medical Center (100% completion, 100% pass rate) perform strongly on both measures. Before enrolling, ask programs directly about their attrition patterns and what support they provide to students who fall behind. ### Clinical Site Networks New Jersey’s density of hospitals, imaging centers, and health systems is an asset for radiology students. However, the geographic spread of clinical sites matters for your daily life. Hudson County Community College, for example, has clinical sites in 17 different facilities including locations in New York and Staten Island – that breadth is valuable for exposure but worth thinking through logistically if you rely on your own transportation. Programs like The Valley Hospital – Paramus Campus concentrate all clinical hours within three Valley Health facilities, which is simpler to manage but offers a narrower institutional range. ### Hospital-Based vs. Community College Programs Several New Jersey programs are based at medical centers rather than colleges: Capital Health, Englewood Hospital, JFK Medical Center, Shore Medical Center, and The Valley Hospital. These programs tend to have smaller cohorts, deeper integration with a single health system, and in some cases stronger job placement pipelines within that system. The tradeoff is that tuition can be higher – JFK Medical Center’s resident rate of $17,930 is the highest in the state – and the credential awarded may differ from the associate degree offered at community colleges. Verify the exact credential type with each program before applying. ### Program Length and Schedule Most programs run 21 to 24 months. Rowan College of South Jersey and Shore Medical Center complete in 21 months; most others take 24 months. Programs are typically structured as full-time commitments combining classroom instruction, laboratory work, and clinical rotations. Part-time options are rare in radiography because clinical scheduling requires consistency. If you are working while attending, a 21-month program reduces total time in a demanding schedule, but the coursework is compressed accordingly. ### Tuition and Total Cost Resident tuition at New Jersey community college programs ranges from $3,830 at Rowan College of South Jersey to $11,845 at Hudson County Community College. Hospital-based programs range from $8,595 to $17,930. These figures cover tuition as reported to JRCERT but do not include fees, uniforms, dosimetry badges, textbooks, clinical transportation, or ARRT examination fees. Budget an additional [VERIFY-STALE: current ARRT exam and application fee] on top of tuition for the licensure process alone. ### ARRT Exam Preparation The ARRT Radiography examination is a computer-adaptive test covering patient care, safety, image production, and procedures. Strong programs build exam preparation into the curriculum throughout the program rather than offering a single review course at the end. Ask any program you are considering how ARRT prep is integrated into coursework, whether they offer mock examinations, and how they track student progress against ARRT competency categories. Programs like Middlesex College (98% pass rate) and Essex County College (97% pass rate) demonstrate that thorough preparation is achievable across different institution types and sizes. ### Clinical Hours JRCERT requires a minimum of [VERIFY-STALE: current JRCERT minimum clinical hours for radiography] clinical hours for accredited radiography programs. Most New Jersey programs exceed this minimum. When comparing programs, ask how clinical hours are distributed across the program timeline, what modalities you will train on during clinical rotations, and whether any rotations include specialty areas such as fluoroscopy, surgical imaging, or pediatric imaging. Clinical variety in your training directly affects your competitiveness when applying for jobs after graduation. [Children’s Hospital of New Jersey](https://www.rwjbh.org/childrens-hospital-of-nj-at-newark-beth-israel/) 201 Lyons Avenue at Osborne Terrace Newark, NJ 07112 [Christ Hospital](https://www.carepointhealth.org/location/christ-hospital/) 176 Palisade Avenue Jersey City, NJ 07306 [East Orange General Hospital](//www.evh.org/) 300 Central Avenue East Orange, NJ 07018 [Morristown Medical Center](//www.atlantichealth.org/morristown/) 100 Madison Avenue Morristown, NJ 07960 [New Bridge Medical Center](https://www.newbridgehealth.org/) 230 East Ridgewood Avenue Paramus, NJ 07652 [Tom’s River X-Ray](//www.tomsriverxray.com/) 154 Highway 37 West Toms River, NJ 08755 ## Large Employers in Radiology New Jersey has many large medical centers and hospitals that need to hire radiologic technologists. ## Related Imaging and Therapy Programs in New Jersey For radiographers looking to advance into higher-paying or more specialized roles, two JRCERT-accredited radiation therapy programs operate in New Jersey. These are distinct from radiography programs and represent a career progression option for working technologists who hold ARRT certification and want to add a new credential. **Bergen Community College** – Paramus Program type: Radiation Therapy | Tuition (resident): $6,589 | Length: 12 months | Completion rate: 100% | ARRT pass rate: 95% | Job placement: 100% Clinical sites include Hackensack University Medical Center, Englewood Hospital and Medical Center, Holy Name Hospital, and The Valley Hospital. **Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center** – Livingston Program type: Radiation Therapy | Tuition: $7,000 (same rate for all students) | Length: 12 months | Completion rate: 100% | ARRT pass rate: 97% | Job placement: 97% Clinical training spans the RWJ Barnabas Health system and affiliated facilities including Monmouth Medical Center, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, and Jersey City Medical Center. Both programs admit students who already hold ARRT certification in radiography or an equivalent credential. Radiation therapy is a distinct ARRT examination category, and these programs prepare students to sit for that exam. MRI technology is another common specialization for New Jersey radiographers – while no standalone JRCERT-accredited MRI-only programs appear in the current New Jersey data, many employers offer on-the-job MRI cross-training for certified radiographers, and the ARRT MRI examination can be taken by those who meet the structured education and clinical experience requirements. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How long does it take to become a radiologic technologist in New Jersey? Most JRCERT-accredited radiography programs in New Jersey take 21 to 24 months to complete. After finishing the program, you will need to sit for the ARRT examination and apply for your New Jersey state license, which adds several weeks to a few months depending on processing times. From starting a program to holding a license, most students are working within two to two and a half years of beginning their training. ### Do I need a license to work as a rad tech in New Jersey? Yes. New Jersey requires a state license from the New Jersey Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners. You must pass the ARRT examination and meet state application requirements before you can legally work as a radiologic technologist in New Jersey. Working without a license is not permitted. ### What is the ARRT pass rate for New Jersey radiology programs? ARRT pass rates across New Jersey’s 15 JRCERT-accredited programs range from 79% (Brookdale Community College) to 100% (Rowan College at Burlington County and Shore Medical Center). The majority of programs report pass rates above 87%. These figures come from JRCERT program outcome data. ### Which New Jersey radiology program has the lowest tuition? Rowan College of South Jersey in Vineland has the lowest resident tuition of any program in the state at $3,830 for the full program. Passaic County Community College in Paterson is the next most affordable at $5,000 for residents. Both programs hold 8-year JRCERT accreditation. ### Can I attend a radiology tech program part-time in New Jersey? Radiography programs are structured as full-time commitments because clinical rotations require consistent scheduling at affiliate healthcare facilities. Part-time options are uncommon across all New Jersey programs. If work obligations make full-time attendance difficult, contact specific programs to ask whether any scheduling flexibility exists – a small number of programs in the region have explored evening or hybrid didactic components, though clinical hours remain a fixed requirement. ### What do radiology techs earn in New Jersey compared to other states? New Jersey’s median wage of $95,000 for radiologic technologists (BLS May 2025 OEWS data) is among the highest in the country. Many states have medians in the $60,000 to $75,000 range, which makes New Jersey a strong market for earnings. The tradeoff is cost of living, particularly in the northern counties of the state where housing costs are substantial. In more affordable parts of the state such as South Jersey and the shore region, the earning power of a New Jersey salary goes further in practical terms. ### How many clinical hours do New Jersey radiology programs require? JRCERT sets minimum clinical hour requirements for accredited programs [VERIFY-STALE: current JRCERT minimum clinical hours for radiography programs]. Individual programs in New Jersey typically exceed this minimum, and clinical hours are distributed across multiple rotation sites at each program’s affiliate facilities. Contact individual programs for their specific clinical hour totals and rotation structures. ### Is it worth becoming a radiology tech in New Jersey? With 6,320 radiologic technologists currently employed statewide, a median salary of $95,000, and 90th percentile earnings reaching $118,410, New Jersey is one of the stronger markets for this profession in the United States. Adding an MRI credential raises earning potential further – MRI technologists in New Jersey earn a median of $103,930 according to BLS May 2025 OEWS data. Program costs are generally low relative to the return, particularly at community college programs where resident tuition can be under $8,000 for the full program. ### What is the difference between a hospital-based program and a community college program in New Jersey? Community college programs lead to an associate degree and typically have larger cohorts, broader clinical networks, and lower tuition for in-district residents. Hospital-based programs – such as those at Englewood Hospital, JFK Medical Center, Capital Health, Shore Medical Center, and The Valley Hospital – tend to have smaller classes, deeper ties to a specific health system, and may lead to a certificate rather than a degree. The credential type matters if you plan to pursue further education. Verify with each program what award type they confer and whether it is recognized for credit transfer into bachelor’s completion programs. ## Ready to Take the Next Step? Review the programs above and use the comparison table to narrow your options based on location, tuition, and outcomes data. Contact programs directly to ask about application deadlines, prerequisite courses, and any open house or information session dates. The programs on this page represent every JRCERT-accredited radiography option in New Jersey as of July 2026 – starting with an accredited program is the baseline requirement for everything that follows, including licensure, ARRT certification, and employment. ## Professional Organizations Radiologic technologists in New Jersey can join the national organizations for the profession, which includes the [American Registry of Radiologic Technologists](https://www.arrt.org/) and the [American Society of Radiologic Technologists](https://www.asrt.org/). There is also a state affiliate for the latter, the New Jersey Society of Radiologic Technologists. The [Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology](https://www.jrcert.org/) accredits many of the programs of study in this field and is a good source of further information about careers and schools for radiologic technology. ## 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/ - County College of Morris — https://www.ccm.edu/programs/radiography/ - Hudson County Community College — https://www.hccc.edu/programs-courses/academic-pathways/nursing-health/radiography-as.html - Children’s Hospital of New Jersey — https://www.rwjbh.org/childrens-hospital-of-nj-at-newark-beth-israel/ - Christ Hospital — https://www.carepointhealth.org/location/christ-hospital/ - New Bridge Medical Center — https://www.newbridgehealth.org/ - American Society of Radiologic Technologists — https://www.asrt.org/ - Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology — https://www.jrcert.org/ Canonical: https://radiologyed.org/schools/new-jersey/ Last checked: 2026-08-19