Class size is limited and all applicants may not be selected for participation in the diagnostic medical sonography program. Applications must be received by July 15 for enrollment in the fall, and by November 15 for spring semester enrollment to be assured of consideration for admission. See page 6 of the catalog for further information on deadlines and procedures for admission. Applicants must provide following five (5) items:

1. Application for Admission: The College of Health Related Professions Application for Admission is required. Please contact the department office of the CHRP Office of Student Affairs for information.

2. Application Fee:  A $20.00 non-refundable fee is required and must accompany the application.  (If applying to multiple programs, a $20.00 fee is required for the first program and $10.00 for each additional program.)

3. Official Transcripts: Arrange for each college or university you have attended to forward an official transcript of your course work. A minimum CGPA of 2.5 or higher for all undergraduate courses is required.

4. ARDMS Certifications: Mail a copy of your American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) registration card.

Transcripts issued to the student will not substitute for official transcripts forwarded directly to the College of Health Related Professions by the institution issuing the transcripts. Arkansas residency will be considered during selection for admission.

5. Essay: Submit an essay of 450-550 words describing your personal history in sonography and why you want to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography degree online. This essay must be submitted by the above dates as an electronic attachment (Rich Text Format, .rtf file) to an email to the Program Director at: DuBoseTerryJ@UAMS.edu

Additional Information see: ARDMS Career Ladder Opportunity

Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, creed, age, marital status, national origin, or sex. Otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities receive equal consideration.

All documents except the biographical essay (#5 above) should be submitted to:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
College of Health Related Professions
Office of Student Affairs, UAMS, #619
4301 West Markham Street
Little Rock, Arkansas 72205.
Telephone: (501) 686-5730

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