Ultrasound Technician Program

The ultrasound technician program at Fort Hays State University helps students gain knowledge in gathering sonographic data, using medical ultrasound techniques. Students also learn to diagnose patient conditions through sonographic data processing while operating sonography equipment. Students who graduate the ultrasound technician program may work in hospitals or doctors' offices, performing sonograms for patients under physician supervision. The program helps students obtain, review, and integrate patient histories and data, patient instruction and care, and anatomic, physiologic, and pathologic data recording. Get more details below including other Kansas colleges that offer ultrasound technician program.

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Fort Hays State University

3301 W 18th St, Emporia, KS

Fort Hays State University, a public institution, offers a variety of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Hays, KS, the school resides in a rural setting for students to study in. FHSU has an annual student enrollment of approximately twelve thousand.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Education
• Computer And Information Sciences

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Most students admitted to Fort Hays State University score in a range of 18 to 25 on the ACT. FHSU admits approximately 70% of applicants. Of those students accepted, nearly 59% of students registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found at fhsu.edu.

The tuition at FHSU varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $4,500 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $14,000 annually. Students attending FHSU may qualify for aid which is typically grants and loans.

The Fort Hays State University "Tigers" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)

To see a full list of programs offered, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.fhsu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Ultrasound Technician Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Fort Hays State University offers a bachelor's degree program in ultrasound technician.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

Description

Produce ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, diagnostic medical sonographers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 26.4% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).