Cardiovascular Sonography

Cardiovascular Sonographers are healthcare professionals specially trained to use technology to help physicians diagnose heart problems in patients. In KU’s program, you can choose from two specialty tracks: Adult echocardiography and vascular technology OR Adult echocardiography and pediatric echocardiography.

• Get more information at Explore Health Careers and the Occupational Outlook Handbook
• Directory of Programs: Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
• National Association: American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Cardiovascular Credentialing International

Core 34 Pre-Admission Coursework: Check Sheet (PDF), Accessible Check Sheet (PDF)

References: Two academic or professional references are required for KU’s program. A third may be from someone who knows the student outside of the classroom or work setting

Shadowing Experience or Introductory Course: At KU, students are required to complete a minimum of eight hours shadowing a cardiovascular sonographer. At least four hours must be from observing adult echocardiography AND four hours must be from either pediatric echocardiography or vascular sonography

Healthcare Experience: Beyond the required shadowing hours, additional healthcare and direct patient care experience is recommended but not required

Community Service/Leadership Experience: Recommended

Research Experience: Not required

Pre-Admission Standardized Tests: KU does not require any pre-admission tests

Student Organizations: International Pre-Health Sciences Organization, Delta Epsilon Mu (co-ed healthcare fraternity), University of Kansas Women in Medicine, Future Leaders in Healthcare  

Application Deadline: February 1

Resume Required: Yes

Centralized Application Service: No

Early Decision Option: No

Interview Required: Yes

Rolling Admissions: No