School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Admissions

Admission Criteria - Diagnostic Medical Sonography

• GPA Requirements:
  • Must have a 2.75 or higher overall GPA AND a 2.5 or higher in the prerequisite courses. (See curriculum below).
  • D’s, F’s, and withdrawals in the relevant courses will be considered in application review
  • Students with less than 12 college credits will have their high school GPA evaluated (Overall GPA Only)
  • Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher in Anatomy & Physiology I and II
• TEAS Requirements – 65% or higher in EACH of the 4 sections (Reading, Math, Science, and English Skills)
• Challenge exams are offered for biology courses through Union College
• One may transfer up to 36 comparable credits (40 for those with a bachelor’s degree), into the program. No grade lower than C is considered for transfer.
• Transfer of successfully completed Sonography courses is considered for accepted students. Sonography course outlines and syllabi must be submitted.
• The College Level Examination Program (CLEP) provides a method of earning college credits by taking examinations in various subject areas. Students may apply for CLEP through www.collegeboard.com. Union College recognizes CLEP scores and will apply credit in areas if CLEP scores meet the college requirements. Credit will not be given where there is evidence of previous academic work.
• Applicants attending Union College prior to becoming Hackensack Meridian Health JFK Muhlenberg Snyder students are not considered transfer students
• Admission to the School of Sonography is processed through the Admissions Office at Hackensack Meridian Health JFK Muhlenberg Snyder Schools. It is not necessary to apply separately to Union College.
• Sonography applicants should select only one program. Acceptance into the program will be based on the School’s criteria.
• Individuals may only apply during the Open Application dates
  • The School accepts applications for the Spring semester only
  • NOTE: Application requirements – It is the applicant responsibility to provide the following information, verification and/or credentials to the HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH JFK MUHLENBERG SNYDER SCHOOLS ADMISSION OFFICE
• Official High School transcript or GED/TASC test scores
• Foreign transcripts will require an evaluation from a current member of NACES (the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services), www.naces.org
• Official transcripts from all schools attended (College, Vocational Schools, School of Practical Nursing, Sonography)
• One professional letter of reference from a supervisor or professor. (We do not accept colleague or personal letters)
• Entrance Exam – ATI TEAS
• Must be a U.S. Citizen, Naturalized Citizen, or have a Permanent Resident Card (green card)
• Essay
• Personal Statement - If applicable
• Consumer Information Sheet

If you feel that your application needs additional explanation (i.e., academic history), please feel free to include a statement to this effect.

• Admission is selective and competitive
• The Admissions Committee may request that the applicant clarify information presented to the Schools before an admissions decision is made.
• Applicants will receive a notification by email with the Admissions Committee's decision. Individuals who are accepted into a program will receive a follow up email with instructions on the next steps and will be required to submit a non-refundable acceptance fee.
• Applicants who are declined admissions into one program and apply to another program, must complete a new application, and submit another application fee.
• Students who wish to transfer from one program to another program within the Schools must complete a new application form and submit an official updated Union College transcript.
• Students are expected to be able to access and use a computer and printer. Course material, certain exams, review material and hospital technology require the use of computers and printers.
• Placement in any of the School’s courses is on a seat-available basis.

The following is a breakdown of how applications are evaluated.

1. Cumulative GPA x5 for a maximum of 20 points.

2. Prerequisite GPA x5 for a maximum of 20 points.

3. Science GPA x5 for a maximum of 20 points. (If a student does have science courses, cumulative GPA will be multiplied by 10).

TEAS Breakdown

All Section TEAS Scores	Points
90-100	5
80-89	4
70-79	3
60-69	2

   

Recommendation Letter Breakdown

Recommendation Letter	Points
Excellent	5
Above Average	4
Average	3
Below Average	2
Unsatisfactory	1

  

Essay Breakdown

Essay	Points
Excellent	10
Above Average	8
Average	6
Below Average	4
Unsatisfactory	2

  

Experience Breakdown

Experience	Points
Paramedic/LPN	5
EMT	4
PCT/CAN/CCT	3
MA/CNA	2
Service Learning	1
Volunteer Work	1
Leadership	1