Computed Tomography Advanced Certificate Entry Requirements
Information Sessions
In order to assist in your learning more about the new certificate program in Computed Tomography and the admission requirements, applicants are strongly encouraged to attend one of our scheduled information sessions. If you are unable to attend but are interested in applying, please email Anavel Barrientos (CT Program Coordinator) at Anavel.Barrientos@lonestar.edu or call 936-271-6177.
Pre-Admission Requirements
Prospective applicants seeking admission into the CT Certificate Program must be graduates of a 2-year JRCERT accredited program in Radiography, Radiation Therapy, or Nuclear Medicine and must hold current ARRT or equivalent certification.
Students currently enrolled in a JRCERT accredited school may apply, however, at a minimum the associate’s degree must be awarded and ARRT primary certification registry examination must be passed prior to enrollment.
Application Information
If you are new to Lone Star College or have not taken classes at a LSC campus within the last year, you must first complete an application at ApplyTexas.org. If you need assistance with the LSCS online application, you can contact the LSC-Montgomery Student Services Department at 936-273-7000.
- Submit an official transcript from EACH college you have ever attended (outside of LSCS) to the Lone Star College-Montgomery Registrar’s Office.
- For electronic transcripts information, please go to www.lonestar.edu/transcripts.
- You cannot be admitted to or graduate from the CT Certificate program unless official transcripts have been submitted to the System, even if courses do not apply to the Radiologic Technology program.
- Verify that all college transcripts have been received and evaluated in the LSCS computer system (credit granted for courses that will transfer).
CT Program Application Process
The application process is online. Use the link provided at the bottom of the page.
You are required to upload the following as part of the application process:
- *Unofficial copies of all your transcripts.
- *Letter of intent written by you explaining why you are interested in the CT Certificate program.
*Required before you can submit application.
A letter of recommendation is also required. It must be emailed to Anavel.Barrientos@lonestar.edu by the person providing it.
Sample Scoring Worksheet
Final acceptance into the program, however, will be contingent upon a satisfactory background check and drug screening (as required by hospitals) that is completed by a college approved agency at the student's expense.
Students accepted into the program will also be required to submit proof of immunizations (MMR, Var, Tdap, Hep B series, TB test, and Influenza), current CPR certification (2-year healthcare provider type), and personal health insurance. All expenses related to these items are the responsibility of the student.
Please contact the CT Program Coordinator, Professor Anavel Barrientos at 936-271-6177 (or e-mail Anavel.Barrientos@lonestar.edu), if you have questions regarding the requirements for program admission or the application process.
Application Deadlines
| Term | Application Accepted | Application Status Notifications |
| Fall | February 1st through June 30th | By July 7th |
| Spring | July 1st through October 30th | By November 7th |