Sonography Selection Criteria & Application Process
Annual Application Deadline: May 15th
To apply for the Diagnostic Medical Sonography A.S. degree program, first review the selection criteria below, which includes mandatory items and optional criteria that can earn points towards acceptance. Next, complete all steps in the application process.
After the application deadline, completed application files will be forwarded to the Sonography Admissions Committee for consideration. Once a file has been forwarded to the committee, it will be closed and no additional information or updates will be accepted. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all information in their application file is accurate and up to date before the application deadline. This includes updating any courses that were previously listed as in progress and have since been completed, as well as any courses that were retaken and resulted in a higher grade. Incomplete files will not be considered for program admission. Information not submitted or updated by the application deadline will not be considered during the admissions process. All applicants will be notified of their admission status.
Selection Criteria: Mandatory Requirements
- Must have at least a 2.5 GPA by the application deadline to apply to the program
- Be at least eighteen (18) years of age prior to program entry.
- Be a United States citizen, permanent resident, or possess a valid visa or immigration status that permits participation in required clinical education experiences and complies with clinical placement requirements.
- Complete all Associate in Science (A.S.) degree general education and core course requirements prior to the application deadline
- Human Anatomy and Physiology I
- Human Anatomy and Physiology II
- General Biology (BSC 1010 or equivalent)
- Physics (1000-level or higher)
- College Algebra or higher-level mathematics course
- English Composition I
- Medical Terminology
- Introduction to Healthcare
- Applicants must achieve a minimum composite score of 75% on the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) examination.
- Additional ranking points will be awarded based on TEAS Science and Reading Comprehension performance.
Eastern Florida State College is dedicated to providing a nondiscriminatory environment which promotes equal access, equal educational opportunity, and equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, race, national origin, color, ethnicity, genetic information, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, veteran status, ancestry, or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.
EFSC recognizes the rights of students and applicants with disabilities, including those with hepatitis B, under the protections of the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Selection Criteria: Optional Items for Additional Points
Applicants may earn additional points by completing the optional opportunities listed below. These opportunities are not required for eligibility but may increase an applicant’s overall selection score.
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Applicants who attend an approved in person Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Q&A/Open House session will receive three (3) bonus points. Please note: Bonus points may only be awarded once, regardless of the number of Q&A/Open House sessions attended. The session provides prospective applicants the opportunity to:
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Meet with the Program Manager and Clinical Coordinator.
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Learn about program expectations and clinical requirements.
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Participate in a question-and-answer panel with current Diagnostic Medical Sonography students and recent graduates.
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The program will offer:
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One (1) session during the Fall semester.
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One (1) session during the Spring semester prior to the application deadline.
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- Applicants who participate in an approved 2-hour Diagnostic Medical Sonography volunteer experience during the admission cycle will receive one (1) bonus point. A maximum of one (1) bonus point will be awarded for volunteer hours.
- Participation opportunities are available on a first-come, first-served basis and must be scheduled through the program’s designated booking system. Applicants should click through each of the available service categories, as volunteer opportunities may be listed under different sections depending on the type of activity being offered.
- If no appointment options are listed when you check, there are currently no participation hours available. Applicants are encouraged to check the booking system regularly, as new opportunities may be added periodically throughout the application cycle as additional volunteer needs arise.
Applicants who were officially designated as alternates during the previous admission cycle and who reapply during the subsequent admission cycle will receive two (2) bonus points.
Applicant Point System
Eligible applicants are ranked using a point-based selection system. Points are awarded based on prerequisite coursework, TEAS scores, optional bonus opportunities, and the Phase 2 interview. The tables below outline the total points available throughout the selection process.
| Course | A | B | C |
| Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Physics | 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Medical Terminology | 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Introduction to Healthcare | 10 | 8 | 6 |
Ranking points will be awarded based on TEAS Science and Reading Comprehension performance as follows:
| Score Range | Points Awarded |
| 95.1%-100% | 10 |
| 90.1%-95.0% | 8 |
| 85.1%-90.0% | 6 |
| 80.1%-85.0% | 3 |
| 75.0%-80.0% | 0* |
Applicants scoring between 75.0% and 80.0% on the Reading and Comprehension portion remain eligible for admission consideration but receive no additional ranking points.
| Opportunity | Points Awarded |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Q&A/Open House | 3 |
| Observation or Volunteer Session | 1 |
| Previous Alternate Applicant | 2 |
| Category | Maximum Points |
| Communication Skills | 4 |
| Professionalism | 4 |
| Emotional Intelligence | 4 |
| Critical Thinking | 4 |
| Motivation and Commitment | 4 |
| Category | Maximum Points |
| Academic Points | 50 |
| TEAS Points | 10 |
| Bonus Points | 6 |
| Interview Score | 20 |
| Maximum Possible Score | 86 |
Phase 2: Candidate Selection and Interview
Following the initial application review and point calculation, the highest-ranking eligible applicants will advance to Phase 2. These candidates will participate in an interview with the program selection committee. Interview points will be added to the applicant's existing point total and used as part of the final selection process.
- The top-ranked applicants from will be invited to participate in a structured admissions interview.
- The interview is designed to assess attributes essential for success in the profession and in clinical education.
Applicants will be ranked according to their total score. Admission offers will be made in descending order until all available program seats have been filled.
In the event of a tie after final ranking, the following criteria will be applied in sequence until the tie is resolved:
- Highest TEAS Science score.
- Highest overall interview score.
- Highest combined grade point total in Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II.
- Highest Physics course grade.
- A minimum of five (5) alternate applicants will be selected each admission cycle.
- Alternate status remains valid only for the admission cycle in which it is awarded.
- If an admitted applicant declines admission or becomes ineligible before the start of the program, the vacant seat will be offered to the highest-ranked alternate.
Program Right to Modify
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program admissions committee reserve the right to revise admission requirements, selection criteria, scoring methodologies, and application procedures as necessary to maintain compliance with college policies, accreditation standards, and clinical affiliation requirements.
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Application Procedure
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program begins each fall and leads to an Associate in Science degree. Applicants are evaluated for admission based upon the Selection Criteria, listed above. For selection, you must satisfy program entrance requirements outlined in the Application Steps below. Program entry is once each academic year: Fall term (August), with the program then running 24 consecutive months.
APPLICATION FILES MUST BE COMPLETED BY MAY 15th EACH YEAR.
The complete application folder must be submitted to Advising, in person, by the application deadline. On the day following the application deadline, your file will be sent to the Sonography Admissions Committee for consideration. Once the file is sent to the committee, it will be closed to additional information. Incomplete files will not be considered for program admission. All applicants will be notified by mail of their status in the program.
A file ready for Admissions Committee review must include:
- An unofficial copy of each and every college transcript is required with the Diagnostic Medial Sonography application. Unofficial EFSC transcripts can be access from my GPS or at www.floridashines.org.
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An unofficial copy of each and every college transcript is required with the Diagnostic Medial Sonography application. Unofficial EFSC transcripts can be access from my GPS or at www.floridashines.org.
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Email confirmation of completion of Volunteer hours from the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Manager or Clinical Coordinator. An Auto reply from the booking link will not be accepted.
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Email Confirmation of attending in person Q & A session/ Open house from the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Manager or Clinical Coordinator.
- TEAS scores.
The above must be submitted to the Advising office on the Melbourne Campus, Building 1 by the application deadline.
It is the applicant’s responsibility to submit any updated grades prior to the application deadline. If updated grades are not submitted by the deadline, the grades included in the original application will be used for point calculation.
Apply and Submit Application Materials
Complete the online Health Sciences Institute Application for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technology. This application must be submitted by the application deadline, after you have become an EFSC student. There is a $30fee for the application.
- An UNOFFICIAL copy of each and every college transcript is required with the Diagnostic Medical Sonography application. Unofficial EFSC transcripts can be accessed from myGPS or at www.floridashines.org.
- TEAS scores
- The above must be submitted to the advising office, Melbourne campus, Building 1, by the application deadline.
- It is the applicant’s responsibility to submit any updated grades prior to the application deadline. If updated grades are not submitted by the deadline, the grades included in the original application will be used for point calculation.
See a Health Science Advisor to go over admission criteria, testing requirements, application materials needed and to set up a plan to complete prerequisite coursework.
Students with myEFSC access should schedule Health Sciences Advising using the link in the Student Services Appointments
section of myEFSC. Future Students with no EFSC login, use the guest appointment button.
Students must be current students at Eastern Florida State College before they can apply to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.
NEW STUDENTS: For students new to EFSC, complete the EFSC online application for admission prior to the Sonography program application deadline. There is a $30 non-refundable application fee that must be paid before the application can be processed.
Please note that applications are processed in the order they were received and application processing time may take up to seven days. Check your email frequently for your acceptance letter.
In addition, new EFSC students need to
- Submit official High School Transcripts (or GED® scores) to General Admissions.
- Submit official transcripts from any and all colleges attended prior to EFSC (if applicable)
- Provide FL Residency documentation, complete the New Student Orientation, and finalize any other EFSC General Admissions requirements.
RETURNING STUDENTS: Returning/readmit students who have not completed a course in the past year must also re-apply online. There is no application fee for a readmit application. Readmit Students need to:
- Submit official transcripts from any and all colleges attended since their last enrollment at EFSC (if applicable).
- Provide FL Residency documentation, and complete any other EFSC General Admissions requirements.
CURRENT EFSC STUDENTS: Current Students may move on to the next step.
Students accepted into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program will be required to undergo a background check and drug screening. Applicants must be drug-free and free of offenses that would disqualify them from the student clinical experience in a healthcare setting. Certain immunizations will also be required.
The background check will include Residence History, Nationwide Sexual Offenders Registry search and Florida Statewide Criminal Records search. The cost of the background check and drug screening is the responsibility of the student. The program coordinator will provide the necessary paperwork to begin the process, once the student has been accepted into the program. Explore other post-acceptance requirements.