Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program

How to Apply

Applications to this program are submitted using the Touro University application system. Review the requirements below, then access the application by clicking on the “Apply Online” button.  Applications will be accepted beginning October 1, 2024.

For assistance with the application, please refer to our Step-by-Step Application Instructions below.

Admissions Requirements

Applicants to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) program must:

• Submit the Application for Admission.  Please see below for step-by-step application instructions.  Please note that the application does not open until October 1st.
• Be at least 18 years of age prior to beginning classes.  Applicants under the age of 18 at the time of application will be required to submit a waiver from a parent or guardian.
• Have earned a high school diploma, GED, or an associate degree or higher from a school that is accredited by a TUC-approved accrediting organization (list provided below).
• Have earned a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher on a 4.0 scale.  Preference will be given to those with GPA’s of 3.0 or higher. 
  • For applicants with at least 20 semester units of college coursework, the GPA will be determined by the college transcript(s).
  • For applicants with less than 20 semester units of college coursework, the GPA will be determined by the high school transcript(s).
• Submit a qualifying TEAS exam score in the 50th percentile or higher (details provided below).
• Submit one letter of recommendation from a science teacher/faculty member.
• Submit one letter of recommendation from any source, excluding family members.
• Submit official transcripts from all high schools and colleges attended.  Transcripts must be sent directly from your school or their transcript delivery service to Touro University California (tuc.admit@touro.edu).

Admissions Process

The DMS program operates on a rolling admissions cycle, meaning complete applications are reviewed and applicants may be interviewed throughout the application cycle.

Following receipt of all required application materials, applications are reviewed and selected candidates will be invited to attend a Zoom interview with program faculty.  Submission of a complete application does not guarantee an interview, and interviewing does not guarantee acceptance into the program; both are required components of the admissions process.  

Following an interview, applicants may be accepted into the program, placed on a waitlist, or denied.  Those accepted into the program will be required to pay a $50.00 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit to hold their seat.

Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) Exam

Formerly known as the Health Occupations Aptitude Examination (HObET), the TEAS is a timed test that focuses on a candidate’s knowledge of reading, mathematics, and science, as well as English and language skills. The current fee for the TEAS exam is $120.00 and it must be paid at the time of testing. The testing fee is subject to change at the discretion of TEAS exam administrators at any time. The exam will be completed remotely and will not require in-person attendance. If you have already taken the TEAS exam, you may have your previous score(s) submitted for consideration through the TEAS portal provided the exam was taken within two years of the expected date you expect to begin classes.

Please visit our Steps to Registering for TEAS Exam for assistance with registering for the TEAS exam.  For general information about the exam, please visit https://www.atitesting.com.