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New York State is part of the trend of job growth in the healthcare sector of the United States.

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[Radiologic science jobs are increasing nationwide](https://radiologyed.org/prospects/), and New York – where five of the largest employers in the whole state are hospitals – is a promising location in which to hunt for a health science career.

Students looking for a [certificate](https://radiologyed.org/certificates/)or [degree](https://radiologyed.org/associates/)in the state will find also find a very large number of programs from which to choose. New York has some of the highest average salaries to be found in the field of radiologic technology, although this is somewhat balanced out by the high cost of living in the state.

## Prerequisite Courses

Radiologic technology requires applicants to have at least a high school diploma or GED. You may also need to take some prerequisite courses such as; human anatomy, biology, and chemistry. In addition, some programs may require courses in medical terminology and mathematics.

## Duties of Rad Techs

Radiologic technologists in New York can expect to work with radiologists, using a variety of x-ray and imaging equipment to diagnose diseases and injuries. Radiology technologists also must be knowledgeable of patient safety issues, radiation safety protocols, laws governing the use of medical imaging devices, and keeping accurate records.

## Radiology Requirements in New York

Rad techs, radiation therapists, and radiologist assistants in New York must pass the state exam or the national exam administered by the [American Registry of Radiologic Technologists](https://www.arrt.org/) (ARRT). Radiologist assistants must be licensed as specialist assistants. Radiologic technologists must complete at least 24 hours of continuing education credits every two years, and mammography technologists must complete at least 15 hours of mammography-specific units every two years.

## Large Employers in Radiology

The State has a very large number of exceptional hospitals and medical centers that employ large radiologic technology staff. Many of these medical centers are located in the densely populated greater New York City area.

[New York Presbyterian University Hospital of Columbia and Cornell](//www.nyp.org)
 525 East 68th Street
 New York, NY 10065-4870
 (212) 746-5454

[Tisch Hospital](https://nyulangone.org/locations/tisch-hospital)
 550 First Avenue
 New York, NY 10016-6402
 (212) 263-7300

[Mount Sinai Medical Center](//www.mountsinai.org)
 One Gustave L Levy Place
 New York, NY 10029-6574
 (212) 241-6500

[St. Francis Hospital](https://stfrancisheartcenter.chsli.org/)
 100 Port Washington Boulevard
 Roslyn, NY 11576-1353
 (516) 562-6000

[Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center](//www.mskcc.org)
 1275 York Avenue
 New York, NY 10065
 (212) 639-2000

[Hospital for Special Surgery](//www.hss.edu)
 535 East 70th Street
 New York, NY 10021-4898
 (212) 606-1000

[Huntington Hospital](https://www.huntingtonhealth.org/)
 270 Park Avenue
 Huntington, NY 11743-2799
 (631) 351-2200

## Accredited Radiology Tech Programs in New York: 2026 Guide

New York has more JRCERT-accredited radiography programs than any other state in the Northeast, with 28 programs spread from Buffalo to Brooklyn and from Plattsburgh to the tip of Long Island. That density matters for applicants: you can almost certainly find a clinical training site within commuting distance of where you already live. The state also sets its own licensing requirements through the New York State Department of Health, which adds a step that graduates in most other states skip entirely. This guide covers every accredited program, current salary data, licensing rules, and what separates stronger programs from weaker ones.

## New York Radiologic Technologist Salary and Job Market

According to BLS May 2025 OEWS data, New York employs 13,450 radiologic technologists and technicians (SOC 29-2034). The median annual wage is **$98,470**, and the mean sits just above that at $99,000. Entry-level technologists at the 10th percentile earn around $67,540, while experienced techs at the 90th percentile reach $129,310.

Those figures look strong in absolute terms. The cost-of-living context matters, though, and it varies sharply by region. A $98,470 median goes considerably further in Plattsburgh or Jamestown than it does in Manhattan or Nassau County. New York City metro workers tend to earn toward the upper end of the wage distribution, but housing, transportation, and taxes consume a larger share of take-home pay. If you are weighing a program in Albany versus one in Brooklyn, factor in where you intend to work after graduation, not just the tuition figure.

### Career Progression: From Radiographer to MRI Technologist

Many radiographers in New York eventually cross-train in MRI. The earnings difference justifies the additional certification work. BLS May 2025 OEWS data shows that MRI technologists (SOC 29-2035) in New York earn a median of **$113,270** – roughly $14,800 more per year than the radiography median. The 90th percentile for MRI techs reaches $133,420. New York has 3,240 MRI technologists employed statewide, meaning there is a real job market for that credential. ARRT offers a post-primary MRI certification that radiographers can pursue after working in the field.

## New York State Licensing Requirements for Radiologic Technologists

New York is one of a relatively small number of states that requires radiologic technologists to hold a state license in addition to ARRT certification. The New York State Department of Health administers this license under Article 35 of the Public Health Law.

To qualify for a New York radiologic technology license, you must meet all of the following:

- Graduate from a program registered by the New York State Education Department or accredited by JRCERT (all programs on this page qualify)
- Pass the ARRT examination in radiography
- Submit a completed application to the New York State Department of Health, Office of Health Systems Management
- Pay the current licensure fee (verify the current fee directly with NYSDOH, as fees are subject to change)
- Meet any applicable background check requirements

New York does not accept the ARRT credential alone as authorization to practice. You must hold the state license before performing radiologic procedures on patients. If you are relocating from another state where you are already ARRT-certified, you will still need to apply for a New York license before starting work. Processing times vary, so apply as soon as you have passed your boards.

Continuing education is required for license renewal. The current renewal cycle and CE hour requirements are set by the Department of Health – verify the current figures at the time of your renewal, as requirements have been updated periodically.

## JRCERT-Accredited Radiography Programs in New York

All 28 programs below hold active JRCERT accreditation. Program length, tuition, and outcomes data are drawn from JRCERT records. Tuition figures reflect published program totals; always confirm current costs directly with the institution, as rates change annually.

### Program Listings

**[Alfred State College](https://www.alfredstate.edu/)**
 Alfred, NY | Program length: 24 months | Resident tuition: $7,070 | Non-resident: $12,010
 Completion rate: 75% | ARRT pass rate: 72% | Job placement: 100%
 Alfred State runs one of the larger upstate programs, with clinical sites spanning from Rochester to NYC metro affiliates. The 100% job placement rate is a strong outcome; the 72% board pass rate is below the national average and worth discussing with the admissions office.

**[Arnot-Ogden Medical Center](https://www.arnothealth.org/services/diagnostic-imaging)**
 Elmira, NY | Program length: 23 months | Resident tuition: $16,976 | Non-resident: $28,896
 Completion rate: 100% | ARRT pass rate: 96% | Job placement: 100%
 A hospital-based program with strong outcomes. The 100% completion rate and 96% board pass rate rank among the best in the state. Small cohort size (16 seats) means competitive admissions.

**Bellevue Hospital Center**
 New York, NY | Program length: 24 months | Tuition: $7,500 (resident and non-resident)
 Completion rate: 87% | ARRT pass rate: 86% | Job placement: 91%
 One of the most affordable programs in New York City. Clinical training takes place entirely at Bellevue, a major public hospital with high patient volume and diagnostic complexity.

**Bronx Community College (CUNY)**
 Bronx, NY | Program length: 24 months | Resident tuition: $4,500 | Non-resident: $286 (verify – this figure appears in JRCERT data but should be confirmed with the institution)
 Completion rate: 83% | ARRT pass rate: 83% | Job placement: 97%
 CUNY’s community college tuition structure makes BCC one of the most affordable options in the metro area. Clinical placements include Montefiore, Jacobi, and NewYork-Presbyterian.

**Center for Allied Health Education**
 Brooklyn, NY | Program length: 22 months | Tuition: $28,350
 Completion rate: 95% | ARRT pass rate: 82% | Job placement: 97%
 Offers distance education and evening/weekend options, making it accessible for working adults. The largest clinical network of any program in the state, with over 50 affiliates across the five boroughs and Long Island.

**Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital Medical Center**
 Plattsburgh, NY | Program length: 24 months | Resident tuition: $9,600 | Non-resident: $16,200
 Completion rate: 100% | ARRT pass rate: 86% | Job placement: 100%
 A strong regional option in the North Country, near the Canadian border. Perfect completion and placement rates. Clinical training is concentrated at CVPH facilities.

**Fulton Montgomery Community College**
 Johnstown, NY | Program length: 21 months | Resident tuition: $2,760 | Non-resident: $5,520
 Completion rate: 80% | ARRT pass rate: 97% | Job placement: 100%
 The lowest resident tuition of any program in this guide. The 97% board pass rate is among the highest in New York. Clinical sites reach Albany Medical Center, Bassett Healthcare, and Saratoga Hospital. A standout value for Capital Region residents.

**Hostos Community College (CUNY)**
 Bronx, NY | Program length: 24 months | Resident tuition: $5,210 | Non-resident: $8,085
 Completion rate: 69% | ARRT pass rate: 96% | Job placement: 100%
 The 96% board pass rate is one of the strongest in the state. The completion rate of 69% suggests the program is academically rigorous and students should enter with strong science preparation. Clinical sites include Memorial Sloan Kettering, Montefiore, and Northwell Lenox Hill.

**[Hudson Valley Community College](https://www.hvcc.edu/programs/all/health/radiologic-technology-aas/index.html)**
 Troy, NY | Program length: 21 months | Resident tuition: $2,528 | Non-resident: $5,056
 Completion rate: 79% | ARRT pass rate: 92% | Job placement: 100%
 Another excellent value in the Capital Region. The $2,528 resident tuition is the second lowest in the state. A 92% board pass rate and 100% job placement make this one of the strongest community college options available.

**[Hunter Business School](https://hunterbusinessschool.edu/programs-offered/radiologic-technology-program/)**
 Levittown, NY | Program length: 16 months | Tuition: $38,360
 Completion rate: 100% | ARRT pass rate: 100% | Job placement: not reported
 The shortest program in the state at 16 months, with a perfect completion and board pass rate. A private career school option for Long Island residents willing to pay higher tuition for a faster path. Extensive clinical network across Nassau and Suffolk counties.

**Long Island University, Post Campus**
 Brookville, NY | Program length: 21 months | Tuition: $43,126
 Completion rate: 82% | ARRT pass rate: 96% | Job placement: 100%
 A four-year university offering a radiography program with a 96% board pass rate and strong clinical affiliations across Long Island and the metro area. Higher tuition reflects the private university setting.

**[Manhattanville University](https://www.mville.edu/programs/radiologic-technology.php)**
 Purchase, NY | Program length: 24 months | Tuition: $44,180
 Completion rate: 86% | ARRT pass rate: not reported in data
 Located in Westchester County with clinical sites spanning Westchester, the Bronx, and the Hudson Valley. Also uses affiliates in Connecticut. Exam pass rate data was not available in the current JRCERT dataset – contact the program directly for current outcomes.

**Mercy Hospital**
 Rockville Centre, NY | Program length: 23 months | Tuition: $8,500 (resident and non-resident)
 Completion rate: 100% | ARRT pass rate: 96% | Job placement: 100%
 A hospital-based program on Long Island with excellent outcomes across all three metrics. Relatively low tuition for its area. Clinical affiliates include Catholic Health System hospitals across Nassau and Suffolk.

**Mohawk Valley Community College**
 Utica, NY | Program length: 22 months | Resident tuition: $5,372 | Non-resident: $8,058
 Completion rate: 95% | ARRT pass rate: 82% | Job placement: 100%
 A solid community college option for Central New York residents. Clinical sites include Bassett Healthcare, Faxton-St. Luke’s, and multiple specialty practices in the Utica area.

**Monroe Community College**
 Rochester, NY | Program length: 21 months | Resident tuition: $5,200 | Non-resident: $10,400
 Completion rate: 93% | ARRT pass rate: 94% | Job placement: 93%
 One of the better-rounded programs in Western/Central New York. Strong completion and pass rates. Clinical placements include Strong Memorial, Rochester General, and multiple Borg & Ide Imaging sites.

**Mount Sinai South Nassau**
 Oceanside, NY | Program length: 24 months | Tuition: $8,500 (resident and non-resident)
 Completion rate: 100% | ARRT pass rate: 98% | Job placement: 100%
 One of the highest board pass rates in the state. Small cohort (24 seats) ensures close mentorship. All clinical training takes place at Mount Sinai South Nassau facilities, which is a focused and consistent experience.

**New York City College of Technology (CUNY)**
 Brooklyn, NY | Program length: 24 months | Resident tuition: $6,030 | Non-resident: $12,840
 Completion rate: 83% | ARRT pass rate: 87% | Job placement: 98%
 City Tech is a major CUNY institution in downtown Brooklyn with clinical sites at Hospital for Special Surgery, NYU Langone, NewYork-Presbyterian, and multiple Mount Sinai campuses. A strong value for NYC residents.

**Orange County Community College**
 Middletown, NY | Program length: 24 months | Resident tuition: $9,933 | Non-resident: $19,866
 Completion rate: 100% | ARRT pass rate: 92% | Job placement: 100%
 Perfect completion and placement rates with a 92% board pass rate. Serves the Hudson Valley and lower Catskill region. Clinical sites include Garnet Health, Vassar Brothers, and multiple RadNet/Lenox Hill locations.

**Peconic Bay Medical Center/Northwell Health System**
 Riverhead, NY | Program length: 24 months | Tuition: $10,500 (resident and non-resident)
 Completion rate: 100% | ARRT pass rate: 100% | Job placement: 100%
 Perfect scores across all three outcome metrics. The only program on Eastern Long Island. All 15 clinical sites are within the Northwell Health network, giving students consistent system experience and strong internal hiring connections.

**Rochester General College of Health Careers**
 Rochester, NY | Program length: 18 months | Tuition: $34,000
 Completion rate, pass rate, and placement rate: not reported in current JRCERT data – contact program directly for outcomes
 The fastest path to graduation among multi-site Rochester programs at 18 months. All clinical placements are within the Rochester Regional Health system, which also employs many graduates.

**SUNY Niagara**
 Sanborn, NY | Program length: 24 months | Resident tuition: $5,232 | Non-resident: $10,464
 Completion rate: 59% | ARRT pass rate: 78% | Job placement: 97%
 The largest program capacity in the state at 142 seats. The 59% completion rate and 78% board pass rate are the lowest among SUNY programs and should factor into your decision. Ask the program specifically about academic support services and where students tend to struggle.

**SUNY Upstate Medical University**
 Syracuse, NY | Program length: 21 months | Resident tuition: $10,605 | Non-resident: $29,220
 Completion rate: 100% | ARRT pass rate: 87% | Job placement: 100%
 The only SUNY medical university offering radiography. A 5-year accreditation cycle (versus the standard 8 years held by most programs) means JRCERT reviews it more frequently. Clinical sites span Central and Western New York.

**[SUNY Westchester Community College](https://www.sunywcc.edu/academics/majors-programs/radiologic-technology-aas/)**
 Valhalla, NY | Program length: 24 months | Resident tuition: $5,374 | Non-resident: $12,756
 Completion rate: 89% | ARRT pass rate: 86% | Job placement: 100%
 A public community college option in Westchester County, with clinical affiliates including Westchester Medical Center, White Plains Hospital, and several Westmed sites. Also uses affiliates in Stamford, CT. Good value for lower Hudson Valley residents.

**[St. John’s University](https://www.stjohns.edu/academics/programs/radiologic-sciences-bachelor-sciences)**
 Queens, NY | Program length: 45 months | Tuition: $53,980
 Completion rate: 81% | ARRT pass rate: 94% | Job placement: 100%
 The only bachelor’s-degree radiography program in this listing at 45 months. Higher tuition and longer duration are offset by the B.S. credential, which can facilitate faster advancement into supervisory roles or post-primary certifications. Clinical affiliates include Memorial Sloan Kettering, HSS, and extensive Lenox Hill Radiology sites.

**[Touro University](https://www.touro.edu/)**
 New York, NY | Program length: 22 months | Tuition: $22,275
 Completion rate: 85% | ARRT pass rate: 72% | Job placement: 98%
 Located in Harlem with a wide clinical network across all five boroughs and Long Island. The 72% board pass rate matches Alfred State for the lowest in the state. Ask about ARRT preparation resources before enrolling.

**[Trocaire College](https://trocaire.edu/academics/academic-program/radiologic-technology/)**
 Buffalo, NY | Program length: 21 months | Tuition: $19,460
 Completion rate: 66% | ARRT pass rate: 85% | Job placement: 99%
 A private college in Buffalo with the widest clinical network in Western New York, including Roswell Park, Erie County Medical Center, and multiple Catholic Health and Trinity Imaging sites. The 66% completion rate is low – ask about prerequisites and academic requirements.

**UPMC Chautauqua WCA**
 Jamestown, NY | Program length: 22 months | Tuition: $4,500 (resident and non-resident)
 Completion rate: 88% | ARRT pass rate: 81% | Job placement: 100%
 One of the most affordable programs in the state at $4,500 total. Hospital-based training in the Southern Tier, with one affiliate site at UPMC Hamot in Erie, PA. A practical option for residents of Chautauqua County.

**[Western Suffolk BOCES](https://www.wsboces.org/fulltime/radiologic-technology/)**
 Northport, NY | Program length: 24 months | Tuition: $34,950
 Completion rate: 100% | ARRT pass rate: 97% | Job placement: 100%
 Perfect outcomes across all three metrics. A vocational education provider on Long Island with a focused clinical network spanning Catholic Health, Northwell, and NYU Langone Suffolk sites. Higher tuition than comparable public programs, but the outcomes justify consideration.

## New York Radiology Tech Program Comparison Table

The table below summarizes key data points for all 28 JRCERT-accredited radiography programs in New York. Use it to compare programs at a glance. Tuition figures are total published program costs; confirm current rates with each institution.

| Institution | Length | Resident Tuition | Completion Rate | ARRT Pass Rate | Placement Rate | Accreditation | Evening/Weekend |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Alfred State College | 24 mo. | $7,070 | 75% | 72% | 100% | 8 Years | No |
| Arnot-Ogden Medical Center | 23 mo. | $16,976 | 100% | 96% | 100% | 8 Years | No |
| Bellevue Hospital Center | 24 mo. | $7,500 | 87% | 86% | 91% | 8 Years | No |
| Bronx CC of the City University of New York | 24 mo. | $4,500 | 83% | 83% | 97% | 8 Years | No |
| Center for Allied Health Education | 21 mo. | $28,650 | n/a | n/a | n/a | 3 Years | No |
| Center for Allied Health Education | 22 mo. | $59,500 | 100% | 94% | 100% | 8 Years | No |
| Center for Allied Health Education | 22 mo. | $28,350 | 95% | 82% | 97% | 5 Years | Yes |
| Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital Medical Center | 24 mo. | $9,600 | 100% | 86% | 100% | 8 Years | No |
| Fulton Montgomery CC | 21 mo. | $2,760 | 80% | 97% | 100% | 8 Years | No |
| Hostos CC of the City University of New York | 24 mo. | $5,210 | 69% | 96% | 100% | 8 Years | No |
| Hudson Valley CC | 21 mo. | $2,528 | 79% | 92% | 100% | 8 Years | No |
| Hunter Business School | 16 mo. | $38,360 | 100% | 100% | n/a | 8 Years | No |
| Long Island University, Post Campus | 21 mo. | $43,126 | 82% | 96% | 100% | 8 Years | No |
| Manhattan University | 48 mo. | $75,910 | n/a | n/a | n/a | 2 Years | No |
| Manhattanville University | 24 mo. | $44,180 | 86% | n/a | n/a | 8 Years | No |
| Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center | 22 mo. | $5,000 | 100% | 100% | 100% | 8 Years | No |
| Mercy Hospital | 23 mo. | $8,500 | 100% | 96% | 100% | 8 Years | No |
| Mohawk Valley CC | 22 mo. | $5,372 | 95% | 82% | 100% | 8 Years | No |
| Monroe CC | 21 mo. | $5,200 | 93% | 94% | 93% | 8 Years | No |
| Mount Sinai South Nassau | 24 mo. | $8,500 | 100% | 98% | 100% | 8 Years | No |
| Nassau CC | 24 mo. | $5,800 | 91% | 83% | 100% | 5 Years | No |
| New York City College of Technology | 24 mo. | $6,030 | 83% | 87% | 98% | 8 Years | No |
| Orange County CC | 24 mo. | $9,933 | 100% | 92% | 100% | 8 Years | No |
| Peconic Bay Medical Center/Northwell Health System | 24 mo. | $10,500 | 100% | 100% | 100% | 8 Years | No |
| Rochester General College of Health Careers | 18 mo. | $34,000 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | No |
| SUNY Erie CC | 24 mo. | $5,200 | 83% | 96% | 100% | 8 Years | No |
| SUNY Niagara | 24 mo. | $5,232 | 59% | 78% | 97% | 8 Years | No |
| SUNY Upstate Medical University | 21 mo. | $10,605 | 100% | 94% | 100% | 5 Years | No |
| SUNY Upstate Medical University | 21 mo. | $10,605 | 100% | 87% | 100% | 5 Years | No |
| SUNY Westchester CC | 24 mo. | $5,374 | 89% | 86% | 100% | 8 Years | No |
| St. John’s University | 45 mo. | $53,980 | 81% | 94% | 100% | 8 Years | No |
| Touro University | 22 mo. | $22,275 | 85% | 72% | 98% | 3 Years | No |
| Trocaire College | 21 mo. | $19,460 | 66% | 85% | 99% | 5 Years | No |
| UPMC Chautauqua WCA | 22 mo. | $4,500 | 88% | 81% | 100% | 8 Years | No |
| Western Suffolk BOCES | 24 mo. | $34,950 | 100% | 97% | 100% | 8 Years | No |

*N/R = not reported in current JRCERT data. Contact the program directly for current outcomes.*

## Professional Organizations

The main professional organization for radiologic technologists in New York state is the New York State Society of Radiologic Sciences. The goal of this society is to promote the interests of radiologic science professionals in the state and to maintain education standards across New York.

The review committee on education requirements and licensing is the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). The ARRT is responsible for setting the standards for radiologic technology education and licensure. In New York, radiologic technologists must be certified by the ARRT to practice.

## 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/
- Tisch Hospital — https://nyulangone.org/locations/tisch-hospital
- St. Francis Hospital — https://stfrancisheartcenter.chsli.org/
- Huntington Hospital — https://www.huntingtonhealth.org/
- Alfred State College — https://www.alfredstate.edu/
- Arnot-Ogden Medical Center — https://www.arnothealth.org/services/diagnostic-imaging
- Hudson Valley Community College — https://www.hvcc.edu/programs/all/health/radiologic-technology-aas/index.html
- Hunter Business School — https://hunterbusinessschool.edu/programs-offered/radiologic-technology-program/
- Manhattanville University — https://www.mville.edu/programs/radiologic-technology.php
- SUNY Westchester Community College — https://www.sunywcc.edu/academics/majors-programs/radiologic-technology-aas/
- St. John’s University — https://www.stjohns.edu/academics/programs/radiologic-sciences-bachelor-sciences
- Touro University — https://www.touro.edu/
- Trocaire College — https://trocaire.edu/academics/academic-program/radiologic-technology/
- Western Suffolk BOCES — https://www.wsboces.org/fulltime/radiologic-technology/

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