Be Prepared to Enter the Field of Sonography
Sonographers are important members of the diagnostic medical imaging or surgical team. As a sonographer, you’ll work closely with radiologists, cardiologists and vascular or general surgeons, as well as other allied professionals. In this role, you’ll help diagnose, treat and prevent diseases and disabilities, improving the health care conditions of your community. Nova Southeastern University’s B.S. in Medical Sonography program integrates both general and vascular sonography into its curriculum, giving you a competitive advantage when it’s time to enter the workforce.
General sonography includes subspecialties in obstetrics and gynecology, abdomen and small parts (soft tissues and superficial glands), as well as neurosonology. Vascular sonography studies the anatomical and physiological characteristics of blood vessels (veins and arteries) in the human body. At NSU, you’ll gain hands-on experience in high-tech laboratories, and develop your skills through an intensive 12-month clinical externship.
Why Should You Major in Medical Sonography at NSU?
Increase Your Prospects for Secure Employment with a Sonography Degree
An aging Baby Boomer population is contributing to the growing need for medical sonographers and cardiovascular technologists and technicians, including vascular technologists. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that employment in this field will grow at a much faster rate than the average for all other jobs, a 12 percent growth from 2019 to 2029. Your medical sonography degree from NSU prepares you for this in-demand profession.
According to a 2019 report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average salary for diagnostic medical sonographers was $74,320.
You’ll find NSU medical sonography alumni at health care organizations like Baptist Health South Florida, Memorial Health, Broward Health, Tampa General Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Veterans Affairs Hospital, Broward Health and Seton Healthcare Family. * Some sonographers own their own independent laboratories and provide services to physicians and hospitals. Others can seek careers in the industry among the manufacturers of ultrasound equipment in sales or applications or plan a future in research or education.
*Data provided by NSU’s Office of Career Development
Medical sonography majors enjoy exclusive internships at organizations like the Veterans Affairs Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Broward Health, Baptist Health South Florida, Shands Teaching Hospital & Clinic, Hope Women's Center, and many others across the country.
| Degree Title | Level | Degree |
| Bachelor of Science | Professional | BSMS |
Professional Licensure Disclosure Statement: Nova Southeastern University, Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences, Bachelor of Science in Medical Sonography program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). At this time, we have determined the Bachelor of Science in Medical Sonography program of the Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences meets the educational degree completion requirements for licensure in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and the US protectorates, as defined in 34 CFR §600.2.
It is nonetheless strongly encouraged that students determine any additional requirements for licensure in the following states: New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, and Oregon, which have licensing laws. For further detailed information, please visit https://www.sdms.org/advocacy/state-licensure
If you need assistance or have any questions, please contact Mrs. Deidra Love Ross, at 954-262-1964 or at dloveross@nova.edu.
Your NSU professors are dedicated to ensuring that you have a great academic experience. They regularly review the curriculum to make updates that give you an edge in today’s ever-changing world. As an NSU Medical Sonography major, some courses that you could take include Health Care and Aging, Ultrasound Physics, Venous Testing, Cerebrovascular Testing and Abdominal Sonography.
Program Outcomes
At this time, we have determined that the Medical Sonography program meets the educational degree completion requirements for licensure in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and the US protectorates, as defined in 34 CFR §600.2.
The following metrics (a year post graduation) reflect the program outcomes as reported to the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and correspond to the Medical Sonography Class of 2020.
Retention Rate: 87%
Job Placement Rate: 95% (among registered graduates)
Credential Success Rate
- RDMS (ABD) - 75%
- RDMS (OB-GYN) - 87%
- RDMS (RVT) - 77%
Accreditation
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography – Vascular Program – is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org). Upon the recommendation of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, the program has been placed on probationary accreditation as of September 18, 2020.
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography – General Program – is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org). Upon the recommendation of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, the program has been placed on probationary accreditation as of September 18, 2020.
CAAHEP considers a program that has probationary accreditation to retain its status as an accredited program.