Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Do I need to be a student at Valencia to apply to the Radiography Program?

A: Yes. You must apply to the college before you submit a Radiography application. You can apply online at www.valenciacc.edu/admissions or contact Enrollment services at enrollment@valenciacc.edu to begin the application process with Valencia.

Q: What courses do I need to take prior to applying to the Radiography program?

A: The required pre-requisite course is BSC 2093C – Human Anatomy and Physiology I. However, due to the high number of applicants and the selection point process, it is recommended to have the following courses completed before you apply to Radiography:

• HSC 1004 - Professions of Caring
• ENC 1101 - Freshman Composition
• PSY 1012 - General Psychology
• HSC 1531 - Medical Terminology
• BSC 2094C - Anatomy and Physiology II
• CGS 1060 - Introduction to Micro Computers
• MAC 1105 - College Algebra
• Elective - Humanities or Fine Arts

Q: Are the Pre-requisite courses offered online?

A: Yes. The general education courses are offered on campus and online. However, science courses must be completed on campus.

Q: Do I have to take all the pre-requisites at a particular campus?

A: No, you may take the pre-requisite course at any Valencia campus location. However, if accepted, Radiography courses are only offered on the west campus.

Q: Will my courses from other colleges transfer to Valencia?

A: Once you have applied to Valencia, you will need to request official transcripts sent from your previous institution. The admissions office will evaluate all transcripts once they are received to determine transfer credit.

Q: Do I need to take the Nursing Entrance Test (NET) before I apply?

A: Yes. You must complete the NET at a Valencia Assessment Center and make the required scores before you apply. You must receive a 65% on the overall composite score and 65% on the reading composite score.

Q: What is the minimum cumulative GPA to apply to the Radiography program?

A: The minimum GPA required to apply to the program is 2.5.

Q: What is the deadline to apply to the Radiography Program?

A: The deadline to apply is December 1st and the program will begin in May during the summer term in 2010.

Q: About how many students apply to the Radiography program?

A: Approximately 80-90 students apply to the program each year.

Q: How many students are accepted into the Radiography program and how often?

A: The Radiography program accepts 18 students per year.

Q: Where do I send my application when I'm ready to apply?

A: You can mail in your completed application with the $15 application fee to the Business Office:

Valencia Community College

Business Office SSB 101

1800 S. Kirkman Road

Orlando, FL 32811

Please make sure your application is complete, missing documentation or requirements can result in denied admission.

Q: What is the schedule like if I am accepted into the Radiography program.

A: The schedule is M-F during the day. We do not offer an evening program. Clinicals vary each semester from 12-24 hours per week in addition to the required credit hours of class/lab time.