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You’ve always been interested in health care and being a part of the discovery process with patients. Edgewood University offers a Bachelor’s in Health Sciences degree with two concentrations: medical sonography and radiography. This degree is multidisciplinary, exploring a variety of different topics to prepare you for either concentration. Additionally, students will be prepared should they desire to pursue an advanced degree in a health-related master’s program.

As a Health Sciences major in either concentration, you will apply to complete two (2) full years in an internship at UW Health. A highly competitive program with excellent certification and employment success; the curriculum is designed to specifically improve Edgewood University students’ likelihood of acceptance.

Medical Sonography Concentration

Medical Sonographers perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations and work under the guidance of physicians. You’ll employ ultrasound, or high-frequency sound waves, to detect and diagnose diseases in body organs and tissues.

Program Description

The BS in Health Sciences with a concentration in Sonography provides students with a foundation in health sciences while offering focused preparation in diagnostic medical ultrasound. Students engage in coursework in areas such as anatomy, physiology, and patient care, alongside specialized study in sonographic imaging, instrumentation, and diagnostic procedures. The program emphasizes clinical competence, communication, and ethical practice in healthcare settings. Supervised clinical experiences provide hands-on training in sonographic techniques. Graduates are prepared for entry-level roles in diagnostic imaging and may pursue professional certification and credentialing in sonography.
Edgewood University’s Henry Predolin College of Health Science partners with UW Health’s School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin’s School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography for the clinical portion of the Health Science degree. During their sophomore year at Edgewood University, students apply to their preferred partner program to begin their clinical training their junior year.

Radiography Concentration

Radiologic Technologists perform diagnostic imaging examinations and work under the guidance of radiologists. They use different kinds of ionizing radiation to identify and/or treat disease and to diagnose medical problems.

Program Description

The BS in Health Sciences with a concentration in Radiography provides students with a foundation in health sciences their first two years at Edgewood University while offering focused preparation in medical imaging their second two years with affiliated partners. Students engage in coursework in areas such as anatomy, physiology, and patient care, alongside specialized study in radiographic procedures, imaging technology, and radiation safety. The program emphasizes clinical competence, ethical practice, and the application of technical skills in healthcare settings. Supervised clinical experiences provide hands-on training in radiographic techniques. Graduates are prepared for entry-level roles in medical imaging and may pursue professional certification and licensure in radiography.
Edgewood University’s Henry Predolin College of Health Science partners with UW Health’s School of Radiologic Technology, Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin’s School of Radiologic Technology, and Children’s Wisconsin School of Radiologic Technology for the clinical portion of the Health Science degree. During their sophomore year at Edgewood University, students apply to their preferred partner program to begin their clinical training their junior year.
Locations
Madison, WI
Formats
On-campus
Number of Credits
120
Next Start Date
August 24, 2026

Careers within Health Science

$82,570

Average annual salary for a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

11%

Projected employment growth rate, from 2023-2033

Bureau of Labor Statistics

A Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences prepares you for a variety of career paths. Those marked with an asterisk (*) require additional education/certification.

  • Diagnostic cardiovascular sonographer*
  • MRI technician
  • Obstetric sonographer*
  • Radiologic technologist
  • Radiation therapist
  • Sonography technologist
  • Travel ultrasound technologist

Health Sciences by the Numbers

100%

acceptance into Radiography program in 2023 and 2024

100%

job placement over past five years in Radiography

100%

internship placement in 2022-2023 in Radiography

90%

Specialty Area Exams Pass Rate

100%

job placement in Sonography

1800

clinical hours in 30 sites

Student Organizations

Achievement in Medicine

Achievement in Medicine (AIM) brings together students who are thinking of pursuing a degree in the medical/health field post-graduation. Guest speakers include doctors, physical therapists, physician assistants, dentists, pharmacists, and other individuals with other medical specialties have presented to members of AIM. Resources for MCAT/GRE as well as volunteer and shadow experiences are available through this organization.

 

HOSA-Future Health Professionals

HOSA is a global student-led organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Department of Health and Human Services and several federal and state agencies. HOSA’s mission is to empower HOSA-Future Health Professionals to become leaders in the global health community, through education, collaboration, and experience. HOSA actively promotes career opportunities in the health industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people. HOSA’s goal is to encourage all health science instructors and students to affiliate and be actively involved in the HSE-HOSA Partnership.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does clinical work start before the internship?

No, for both programs, students must be accepted into the program to participate in the internship (which is a combination of both academic and clinical experiences). Academic and clinical days alternate.

How do I make my Internship Application stand out?

For the Health Science Major, students should expect to complete more than the minimum requirements to be a competitive applicant. Here is breakdown of each concentration:

Radiography:

  • Complete prerequisite coursework at Edgewood University with a minimum grade of C
  • Maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA (preferably a 3.0-3.3 GPA)
  • Gain healthcare or patient-care experience (CNA or MA licensure recommended)
  • Complete required radiology job shadowing (Children’s Wisconsin requires a minimum of 4 hours)
  • Obtain American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR certification

Sonography:

  • Complete required prerequisite courses with a minimum grade of C
  • Maintain a minimum 3.0 prerequisite GPA (preferably a 3.6-4.0 GPA)
  • Maintain an active CNA or MA license at the time of application
  • Complete 100+ hours of patient-care experience (preferably 250-1,000 hours)
  • Complete required 8 hours of job shadowing

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