Application Process

Timeline for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Applicants

Application Process

In order to apply to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program at Weatherford College, you must complete the following:

1. Apply to Weatherford College to receive a Student ID

Complete the

Weatherford College Application

2. Complete Prerequisite Courses

DMSO 1210- Introduction to Sonography earns 6 points for an A (vs. 4 for standard courses). Beginning December 2026, this course is required for all applicants.

Optional + 1 Bonus Point: Complete Medical Terminology at the college level with a B or higher.

• BIOL 2401: Anatomy and Physiology I [must be taken within the past 5 years at the time of admission]
• BIOL 2402: Anatomy and Physiology II [must be taken within the past 5 years at the time of admission]
• MATH 1314: College Algebra or higher
• ENGL 1301: English Composition I
• PSYC 2301: Introduction to Psychology
• PHYS X4XX: Any College Level Physics or Physical Science Course
• Elective: Language/Philosophy/Culture/Creative Art
• DMSO 1210: Introduction to Sonography

 **Students who will finish prerequisites by end of spring semester may still apply but will only be considered for alternate status. Final grades must be received no later than May 31.

3.  Consider working towards earning an additional degree for points [NOT A REQUIREMENT]:

4. Take the HESI-A2 Entrance Exam

Points are awarded based on the average of your Reading, Math, A&P, Grammar, and Vocabulary scores. You must score at least 75% on both Reading Comprehension and Math to be considered.

This exam can be taken more than once (once every 60 days). Prior HESI-A2 results from within the past 2 years that include Math, Reading, A&P, Grammar and Vocabulary may be submitted.

This exam may be taken at Weatherford College's Testing Center (Jack Knight Building, 817-598-6383) or at another institution.

Schedule HESI A2 Exam at WC

5. Begin Hepatitis B Vaccine Series

Submit documentation of either the first Hepatitis B vaccination or a positive Hepatitis B titer with your application. We accept either the Heplisav-B series (takes approximately 2 months to complete) or the traditional Hepatitis B vaccine series (takes approximately 4–6 months to complete). The vaccine series must be fully complete by July, prior to the start of the Fall semester. Please note that the Fast Track series is not accepted.

6.  Human Medical Work Experience [Optional]:

Applicants may receive points for qualifying human medical work experience involving direct patient care. To be considered, applicants must submit an employment verification letter with their application that includes:

• Dates of employment and whether the position was full-time or part-time.
• A description of specific job duties, including responsibilities involving direct patient care.
• The employer’s signature and business contact information.
   

Points Awarded

Applicants receive 2 points per year of full-time work experience involving direct patient care. A maximum of 6 points may be awarded.

Qualifying vs. Non-Qualifying Experience

Direct patient care involves providing care or services directly to individuals who require healthcare. Positions that support healthcare operations without providing direct patient care do not qualify.

Examples of qualifying positions include:

• Radiologist technologist, physical therapy assistant, phlebotomist, hospital patient transporter, medical assistant, certified nurse aide (CNA)

Examples of non-qualifying positions include:

• Front desk or reception staff in an emergency department or physician’s office, medical instrument cleaning staff, role in medical billing

Important: The employment verification letter must be submitted with the program application. Employment and job duties will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to determine eligibility for points.

7. Application Document Submission Order

DMS Application Worksheet

This must be the first page of your application packet.

HHS Application

Indicate you are applying for the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program.

• Official Transcripts from every college listed on your application, including Weatherford College
• HESI A2 Score Report
• Employer Verification Letter(s), if "Yes" was selected in Section 5
• Hepatitis B Documentation
• Proof of English Proficiency (if required)

Your application can be submitted via e-mail to Misti Ellis-Jackson (dmsonography@wc.edu) or mailed to:

Weatherford College
Health & Human Sciences Division
Attn: Misti Ellis-Jackson
225 College Park Drive
Weatherford, TX 76086

*All required documentation must be submitted at one time. It is the responsibility of the student to submit a complete application. Failure to submit evidence that all requirements were met will result in denial of application.

Final Ranking Process

Approximately 40 applicants with the highest cumulative point totals will be invited to interview with the program. Cumulative points are based on prerequisite coursework, previous degree(s) if applicable, the average of the HESI A2 exam scores and qualifying medical work experience if applicable. Interviews are also scored as part of the selection process. The number of applicants selected for interviews is subject to change.

The twenty applicants with the highest cumulative point totals, based on the criteria outlined below, will be offered admission to the upcoming Fall cohort. 

Additional qualified applicants will be selected as alternates and will be considered if openings become available.

English Proficiency Procedure

International applicants, visa holders, permanent residents, and exchange students whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency. Applicants to the Sonography Program must demonstrate oral English communication skills sufficient for participation in the classroom, skills laboratory, and clinical settings. These skills are essential for successful completion of coursework and to ensure a safe patient care environment. Applicants must use acceptable grammar and pronunciation in formal classroom presentations and verbal interactions with healthcare professionals, faculty, peers, and patients in diverse clinical settings. Proof of English proficiency must be submitted by the end of the application period for the desired allied health program. 

WC's English Proficiency Procedure