undergraduate
Radiation therapy
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What is a radiation therapy major?
Radiation therapy students learn to administer prescribed courses of radiation treatment, manage patients undergoing radiation therapy, and maintain pertinent records. This includes instruction in applied anatomy and physiology, oncologic pathology, radiation biology, radiation oncology procedures and techniques, radiation dosimetry, tumor localization, treatment planning, patient communication and management, data collection, record-keeping, and applicable standards and regulations.
of students said a highlight of this major was a healthy academic & social life.
of students found this major to be difficult.
of students said they were motivated to select this major because it fit their passion & interest.
of students and alumni plan on being or are currently employed in an occupation related to this major.
of students said difficult exams/assessments were a challenging aspect of the major.
How much do radiation therapy majors make?
This data isn't currently reported, but we're working on it!
How popular is radiation therapy as a major?
Each year, around 1,260 students obtain a bachelor’s degree and around 3,550 students obtain an associate degree in radiation therapy. In 2021, 1,324 students received a bachelor's degree and 2,955 students received an associate degree. This is 9% fewer radiation therapy majors than there were in 2020. Radiation therapy is one of the most popular majors within health professions.
Advice from radiation therapy majors
Share your experienceTake your time to learn the craft, doing things at your own pace goes a long way. As long as you understand the concept and apply it to your daily tasks it’ll become easier to grasp, there’s no need to rush understanding, everyone learns at their own pace.
Don’t give up! Being an RT student can be challenging at times but you will make it through. There are a ton of resources available for free online to help you out.
Try your best and give yourself a big hug for things you accomplished
