Southern University at Shreveport
Division of Allied Health Sciences and Nursing
Dear Applicant:
We certainly appreciate your interest in Southern University at Shreveport and the Radiologic Technology Program.
Upon completing the curriculum, the student will receive an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Radiologic
Technology. The Joint Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) accredits the program.
Applicants to the Radiologic Technology Program must meet general admission requirements to the University as
outlined in the University Catalog. Southern University at Shreveport is an open admission institution; however, acceptance
into the Radiologic Technology Program is done by a selection process. Applicants are selected for clinical admission on a
competitive basis. Acceptance into the clinical portion of the program requires full-time commitment to combine both
clinical and classroom instruction.
The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists reserves the right to deny individuals to take the National
Registry if convicted of a felony or misdemeanor. Individuals who have been arrested, charged with, pled guilty, or no
contest to, or been sentenced for any criminal offense or misdemeanor in any state must contact the American Registry of
Radiologic Technologists regarding this offense ARRT (651) 687-0048. The final directive of the American Registry of
Radiologic Technologists will determine the individual's eligibility for consideration for admission to the Radiology clinical
setting. The ARRT clearance letter is to be submitted to the Radiologic Technology program director before clinical
orientation.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
1255 Northland Drive, St. Paul, Minnesota 55120-1155
Applications are available March–June for the fall admission. The number of students selected each year for
entry depends on the number of available openings at the program's local clinical, educational centers.
All completed application packets must be submitted on June 3, 2024 to 610 Texas, Suite 212, by 5:00 pm.
Applications submitted by mail must be postmarked by June 3, 2024. Only those who have met the academic
requirements and provided all the requested information will be considered for an interview. Meeting the MINIMUM
REQUIREMENTS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMISSION INTO THE PROGRAM. Applicants will be notified
by mail as to acceptance or non-acceptance into the program.
Southern University at Shreveport assures equal opportunity for all qualified persons without regard to race,
religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, marital status, or veteran's status in admissions, participation, or employment
in the programs and activities of the college. Students needing reasonable accommodations are encouraged to contact the
Section 504 Coordinator.
If you have any questions, please contact the Radiologic Technology telephone this department at (318) 670-9646.
Sincerely yours,
Shelia S. Swift, Director
Radiologic Technology Program
Southern University at Shreveport
Metro Center-610 Texas Street, Suite 212
Shreveport, LA 71101
Phone: (318) 670-9646
Toll- Free: 1-800-458-1472, Ext. 641-Website: www.susla.edu
Non-Discrimination Statement
In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other federal,
state, and local laws, Southern University at Shreveport (SUSLA) forbids discriminating or harassing conduct that is based on an individual's race, color, religion, sex, ethnicity, national
origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, membership in Uniformed
Services, and all other categories protected by applicable state and federal laws.