M.S. in Medical Dosimetry
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2026-08-24 | - |
| 2027-01-04 | - |
| 2027-08-24 | - |
Program Overview
Introduction to the Master of Science in Medical Dosimetry Program
The School of Health Professions at MD Anderson offers a Master of Science in Medical Dosimetry. Admission is on a competitive basis with a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Meeting the minimum criteria does not guarantee acceptance.
Program Overview
The Master of Science in Medical Dosimetry program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a medical dosimetrist. The program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).
Admission Requirements
To be eligible for admission, applicants must:
- Hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and be a graduate of a JRCERT accredited radiation therapy program.
- Hold the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) license in Radiation Therapy.
- Be a practicing radiation therapist.
- Be able to obtain a support letter from their employer.
- Have taken undergraduate courses in College Physics I and II (8 SCH) and A&P I and II (8 SCH) with a grade of "C" or better.
- Have completed Radiobiology, Clinical Radiation Oncology, and Pathophysiology courses during their undergraduate program; otherwise, they must take these courses during the program.
Application Process
The application process involves the following steps:
- Submit Online Application: Apply online by logging into the university's portal and selecting "Graduate MDA" as the school of choice. Pay a non-refundable $65 application fee upon submission of the application.
- Statement of Purpose: Complete a 750-word statement of purpose outlining goals for pursuing a graduate degree in Medical Dosimetry.
- Professional Recommendations: Submit three professional recommendations forms from references who can evaluate academic abilities and suitability for a healthcare program.
- Official College Transcripts: Submit official college transcripts from each school attended, showing a record of all academic work completed.
- Foreign College Transcripts: All applicants with foreign college transcripts/mark sheets must have a course by course, and grade by grade evaluation by an approved evaluation agency.
- TOEFL Scores: For international students whose native language is not English, proof of English language proficiency must be submitted, with a minimum TOEFL score of 80 on the internet-based format or 550 on the paper exam.
- Resume and Employer Support Letter: Submit a resume and an employer support letter, which should be completely filled out and signed.
- Math Assessment and Admissions Interview: The Admissions Review Committee will review all applicants who submit a complete application, including required documents, by the priority deadline. Upon review, competitive applicants will be invited for a Math Assessment and an admissions interview.
Program Details
- Priority Deadlines:
- Fall 2026 Admission Process:
- Accepting applications: December 1, 2025
- Application deadline: March 15, 2026
- Applicant Math Assessment: May 2026
- Applicant interviews: May 2026
- Admission decisions finalized: May 2026
- Onboarding: Mid-June 2026
- First day of class & Program Orientation: August 24, 2026
- Spring 2027 Admission Process:
- Accepting applications: March 15, 2026
- Application deadline: August 1, 2026
- Applicant Math Assessment: August 2026
- Applicant interviews: September 2026
- Admission decisions finalized: September 2026
- Onboarding: November 2026
- First day of class & Program Orientation: January 4, 2027
- Fall 2026 Admission Process:
Additional Requirements
All students who are accepted to the School of Health Professions will be required to have current health immunizations, satisfactorily complete drug screening and a criminal background check. Detailed instructions and specific deadline dates will be provided at the time a student is accepted for admissions.