Overview Getting in Prereqs
Overview Tuition $3,274
Accreditor CAAHEP
Duration 2 years
Trains sonographers to perform ultrasound imaging for diagnostic purposes.
Career outlook Employers hire sonographers to perform diagnostic ultrasound imaging across specialties and to capture quality images that physicians use for diagnosis.
Getting in What El Paso Community College asks for, taken from its own admissions page.
Entrance exam Required
Minimum GPA 2.5
Checked Oct 2026 on the school's site. Requirements change each cycle, so confirm before you apply.
Prerequisites The prerequisites you'll need to meet to apply to this program at El Paso Community College. Open a category to see each one.
College courses 4 Essentials of Medical Terminology (HPRS 1206) C or better · within 3 years Anatomy & Physiology (BIOL 2404, lecture + lab) C or better · with lab Highly recommended College Physics I (PHYS 1301 lecture + PHYS 1101 lab) C or better · with lab Highly recommended Composition I (ENGL 1301) C or better Highly recommended Entrance exams 3 TSIA2 Essay Score 6 TSIA2 Essay (PTWE) TSIA2 Math Score 950 TSIA2 Math (PTMT) TSIA2 Reading & Writing Score 950 TSIA2 ELAR (PTER) Certifications 1 AHA CPR/BLS Healthcare Provider Health and background checks 2 Background check (American Databank) Health care insurance, physical exam, immunizations, substance abuse screening Application basics 2 Health Careers Orientation and Specialized Admissions Application High school diploma or GED 