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Radiology tech programs in Chicago, Illinois

12 radiology tech programs with costs, results and funding that can make them free

12 schools offer these radiologic technology programs with classes in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area, and every one is approved for workforce funding: 10 by Illinois and 2 by Indiana. Each shows its price if you pay yourself and how past students did.

Radiologic technologists take X-rays and other imaging scans of patients. Most have an associate degree, some a bachelor's, and most states require a license or certification, which usually means finishing an accredited program and passing a certification exam.1 The usual route to certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) takes an associate degree or higher, an ARRT-approved program and a passed exam.2

In Chicago, 2 of the 12 programs take students without a high school diploma, 1 asks for a diploma or equivalent and 9 ask for earlier courses first.

By kind, the 12 programs here are radiography (associate degree, 10 programs), limited-scope X-ray course (1 program) and x-ray program (level not stated, 1 program).

See the 12 programs

All 27 radiology tech programs in Illinois, including online programs

How much do radiology tech programs cost in Chicago?

Two-year degrees (10 programs)
$28,750 to $33,390all 2 with a price, usually 80 to 102 weeks long
Other radiologic technology programs (1 program)
Not reportedno usable price

What you pay yourself for the whole program, as the schools report it.

In the typical program

Finished the program
Not enough data
1 program reports it; a typical figure needs 5
Working 6 months later
Not enough data
2 programs report it; a typical figure needs 5
Earned a year, estimated
Not enough data
2 programs report it; a typical figure needs 5
Length
76 to 98 weeks

Source: US Department of Labor, program year 2024 (July 2024 to June 2025). Only programs approved for workforce funding are listed; other schools in Chicago may also offer radiology tech programs. How these figures are made

Are there free radiology tech programs in Chicago?

Who qualifies, and other ways to pay: financial aid, grants and the GI Bill

All 12 radiology tech programs in Chicago approved for WIOA funding

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12 programs

  • Radiography (associate degree)HybridNo diploma needed

    Associate Of Applied Science Radiologic Technology

    University Of Saint Francis

    Crown Point

    Accredited school

    No diploma needed

    University Of Saint Francis, Crown PointRadiography (associate degree) · Accredited schoolHybrid · No diploma needed

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$33,390

    7 students trained with WIOA funding

    Program website, Associate Of Applied Science Radiologic Technology at University Of Saint Francis
    More details about Associate Of Applied Science Radiologic Technology at University Of Saint Francis
    Finished
    55%
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    104 weeks, 15 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $1,150
    Students counted
    70
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    $33,390
    students trained with WIOA funding
    7
    Program website, Associate Of Applied Science Radiologic Technology at University Of Saint Francis

  • Radiography (associate degree)In personEducation and courses

    A.A.S. Radiologic Technology Degree

    Harper College

    Palatine

    Accredited school

    Education and courses

    Harper College, PalatineRadiography (associate degree) · Accredited schoolIn person · Education and courses

    Earned a year, estimated$61,500
    Price if you pay yourselfLeft out
    Program website, A.A.S. Radiologic Technology Degree at Harper College
    More details about A.A.S. Radiologic Technology Degree at Harper College
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    89%
    Earned in a quarter
    $15,373
    Length
    80 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    Not reported
    Students counted
    70
    Earned a year, estimated
    $61,500
    Price if you pay yourself
    Left out
    Program website, A.A.S. Radiologic Technology Degree at Harper College

  • Radiography (associate degree)In personEducation and courses

    Radiologic Technology

    Kishwaukee College

    Malta

    Accredited school

    Education and courses

    Kishwaukee College, MaltaRadiography (associate degree) · Accredited schoolIn person · Education and courses

    Earned a year, estimated$50,200
    Price if you pay yourselfLeft out

    19 students trained with WIOA funding

    Program website, Radiologic Technology at Kishwaukee College
    More details about Radiologic Technology at Kishwaukee College
    Finished
    Left out
    Working at 6 months
    92%
    Earned in a quarter
    $12,541
    Length
    80 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    Not reported
    Students counted
    31
    Earned a year, estimated
    $50,200
    Price if you pay yourself
    Left out
    students trained with WIOA funding
    19
    Program website, Radiologic Technology at Kishwaukee College

  • Radiography (associate degree)HybridNo diploma needed

    Aas Radiologic Technology

    Stellar Career College

    Crown Point

    Accredited school

    No diploma needed

    Stellar Career College, Crown PointRadiography (associate degree) · Accredited schoolHybrid · No diploma needed

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$28,750
    Program website, Aas Radiologic Technology at Stellar Career College
    More details about Aas Radiologic Technology at Stellar Career College
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    104 weeks, 15 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $1,300
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    $28,750
    Program website, Aas Radiologic Technology at Stellar Career College

  • Radiography (associate degree)HybridEducation and courses

    AAS in Diagnostic Medical Imaging Radiography

    Midwestern Career College

    Chicago

    Accredited school

    Education and courses

    Midwestern Career College, ChicagoRadiography (associate degree) · Accredited schoolHybrid · Education and courses

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourselfLeft out
    Program website, AAS in Diagnostic Medical Imaging Radiography at Midwestern Career College
    More details about AAS in Diagnostic Medical Imaging Radiography at Midwestern Career College
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    80 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    Not reported
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    Left out
    Program website, AAS in Diagnostic Medical Imaging Radiography at Midwestern Career College

  • Radiography (associate degree)In personEducation and courses

    Diagnostic Medical Imaging Radiography Technician Degree

    College Of DuPage

    Glen Ellyn

    Accredited school

    Education and courses

    College Of DuPage, Glen EllynRadiography (associate degree) · Accredited schoolIn person · Education and courses

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourselfLeft out
    Program website, Diagnostic Medical Imaging Radiography Technician Degree at College Of DuPage
    More details about Diagnostic Medical Imaging Radiography Technician Degree at College Of DuPage
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    144 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    Not reported
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    Left out
    Program website, Diagnostic Medical Imaging Radiography Technician Degree at College Of DuPage

  • Radiography (associate degree)HybridPrerequisite courses

    Medical Imaging AAS 21MI

    College of Lake County

    Grayslake

    Accredited school

    Prerequisite courses

    College of Lake County, GrayslakeRadiography (associate degree) · Accredited schoolHybrid · Prerequisite courses

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourselfLeft out
    Program website, Medical Imaging AAS 21MI at College of Lake County
    More details about Medical Imaging AAS 21MI at College of Lake County
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    80 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    Not reported
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    Left out
    Program website, Medical Imaging AAS 21MI at College of Lake County

  • Radiography (associate degree)In personPrerequisite courses

    Medical Radiologic Technology

    Malcolm X College

    Chicago

    Accredited school

    Prerequisite courses

    Malcolm X College, ChicagoRadiography (associate degree) · Accredited schoolIn person · Prerequisite courses

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourselfLeft out
    Program website, Medical Radiologic Technology at Malcolm X College
    More details about Medical Radiologic Technology at Malcolm X College
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    80 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    Not reported
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    Left out
    Program website, Medical Radiologic Technology at Malcolm X College

  • Limited-scope X-ray courseIn personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Radiographic/X-Ray Technician

    National College of Health

    Chicago

    High school diploma or equivalent

    National College of Health, ChicagoLimited-scope X-ray courseIn person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourselfLeft out
    Program website, Radiographic/X-Ray Technician at National College of Health
    More details about Radiographic/X-Ray Technician at National College of Health
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    24 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    Not reported
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    Left out
    Program website, Radiographic/X-Ray Technician at National College of Health

  • Radiography (associate degree)In personPrerequisite courses

    Radiography AAS

    Elgin Comm. College District #509

    Elgin

    Accredited school

    Prerequisite courses

    Elgin Comm. College District #509, ElginRadiography (associate degree) · Accredited schoolIn person · Prerequisite courses

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourselfLeft out
    Program website, Radiography AAS at Elgin Comm. College District #509
    More details about Radiography AAS at Elgin Comm. College District #509
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    64 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    Not reported
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    Left out
    Program website, Radiography AAS at Elgin Comm. College District #509

  • X-ray program (level not stated)In personEducation and courses

    Radiologic Technology

    South Suburban College

    South Holland

    Accredited school

    Education and courses

    South Suburban College, South HollandX-ray program (level not stated) · Accredited schoolIn person · Education and courses

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourselfLeft out
    Program website, Radiologic Technology at South Suburban College
    More details about Radiologic Technology at South Suburban College
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    52 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    Not reported
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    Left out
    Program website, Radiologic Technology at South Suburban College

  • Radiography (associate degree)In personEducation and courses

    Radiologic Technology AAS

    Moraine Valley Community College

    Palos Hills

    Accredited school

    Education and courses

    Moraine Valley Community College, Palos HillsRadiography (associate degree) · Accredited schoolIn person · Education and courses

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourselfLeft out
    Program website, Radiologic Technology AAS at Moraine Valley Community College
    More details about Radiologic Technology AAS at Moraine Valley Community College
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    96 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    Not reported
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    Left out
    Program website, Radiologic Technology AAS at Moraine Valley Community College

How to pay for radiology tech programs in Chicago

WIOA funding can pay for radiology tech programs in Chicago

Every program on this page is approved for it. Whether you qualify, how much your local area pays and how to apply are on our page Does WIOA pay for job training?

Financial aid and grants for radiology tech programs

Most students can get federal student aid for college, career school or trade school. A Federal Pell Grant, unlike a loan, usually doesn't have to be repaid. Ask the school whether its program qualifies.78

GI Bill for radiology tech programs

Veterans, service members and qualified dependents can use GI Bill benefits for non-college training programs.9

The program list does not show which programs accept these. Ask the school.

Other training in Chicago

How radiology tech programs compare with the rest of allied health across Illinois: Allied health programs in Illinois

Where the Chicago radiologic technology program numbers come from

Which Chicago radiologic technology programs are on this list?

These are the radiologic technology programs with classes in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area that are approved for WIOA funding (public workforce funding under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act), as reported to the US Department of Labor for program year 2024 (July 2024 to June 2025). Each state keeps its approved programs on an eligible training provider list (ETPL).10 The list here covers programs approved as of June 30, 2025. Online programs are left out here; they are on the Illinois page. Schools that never applied for approval are missing, so this is a part of what the area offers.

How the prices and results of Chicago radiologic technology programs are measured

Prices are tuition and required fees for someone paying without workforce funding, as the school reported them; check the current price with the school. Results describe students who left each program in recent years, so they are no guarantee, and the yearly earnings are the reported quarter times four, an estimate. A program without a "Trained with WIOA funding" line may still take WIOA students. Where a field was left empty or withheld, the page says "Not reported", and "Left out" where a figure was filed but failed one of our checks; nothing is estimated to fill a gap. Where the numbers come from explains each figure in full.

How reliable are the Illinois figures?

The US Department of Labor's own results site lists Illinois among the states with "known data quality concerns".11 We leave out the share who finished for Illinois: only a few programs report it, and those at a typical 11%. We leave out prices for Illinois: the state files a code in place of each price, so no price can be shown.

Sources for the facts about radiology tech programs in Chicago

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  1. US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook: Radiologic and MRI Technologists
  2. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists: Primary eligibility pathway requirements
  3. US Department of Labor, TrainingProviderResults.gov: About This Site
  4. US Department of Labor: WIOA Adult Program
  5. Code of Federal Regulations, title 20, part 680, sections 680.220, 680.230 and 680.310: career services before training, other grants such as Pell Grants first, and limits on Individual Training Accounts (GovInfo, 2024 edition)
  6. US Department of Labor: American Job Centers
  7. US Department of Education, Federal Student Aid: Eligibility for Federal Student Aid
  8. US Department of Education, Federal Student Aid: Don't Miss Out on Federal Pell Grants
  9. US Department of Veterans Affairs: GI Bill benefits for non-college degree programs
  10. US Department of Labor, Training and Employment Guidance Letter 8-19, Attachment I: Requirements for Training Providers, Program Eligibility, and the State Eligible Training Provider (ETP) List
  11. US Department of Labor, TrainingProviderResults.gov: search page, note on states with known data quality concerns