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Sonography/Ultrasound

Diagnostic Medical and Cardiovascular Specialties

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Earn your Sonography Degree in Lincoln and build the skills you need to succeed

A Bachelor of Science in Sonography teaches you how to use ultrasound technology to look inside the body. Sonography is a medical test that uses high-frequency sound waves to create moving pictures of organs, tissues or blood flow. These pictures are called sonograms or ultrasound scans and help doctors diagnose health problems.

Bryan College of Health Sciences offers two sonography degree programs. These programs are highly competitive, and most spots are filled by February 1. We only have 23 spots available and receive over 150 applications. Admission is offered to students with strong academic performance, interview and essay reflecting on their job shadowing experience.

Bachelor of Science in Sonography Programs

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

  • 11 students accepted each year
  • 1,080 clinical hours
  • Graduates eligible for abdomen and
    OB/GYN registry exams

Cardiovascular Sonography

  • 12 students accepted each year
  • 1,549 clinical hours
  • Graduates eligible for the adult echo
    and vascular registry exams
  • Diverse clinical site options

Sonography Cross Training Opportunity

Advance your career by cross-training into a second specialty!

Spring Session:
Adult Cardiac Sonography
January 12-May 8, 2026

Summer Session:
Adult Cardiac Sonography & Pediatric Echocardiography
May 18-July 24, 2026

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A Day in the Life of a Bryan Sonography Student

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Why Sonography?

  • Opportunities to work in hospitals, doctors' offices and outpatient clinics
  • Collaborate with other health care professionals, including nurses, doctors, therapists and technicians, for complete care of patients
  • Starting salary in Nebraska is approximately $55,000-60,000 per year
  • Strong job outlook – Sonography jobs are expected to see above average job growth over the next 10 years

Application Tip

These programs are very competitive. We only have 23 spots available and receive over 150 applications. Before you apply, take time to learn what it takes to be a successful sonographer. This will help you on your essay and interview!

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