Application Process
Application Process
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program is an 18–month program with selective admission. Before applying, please see prerequisites.
PLEASE READ the program application information and instructions carefully.
Apply to the ProgramApplication opens on January 15, 2026 and closes on April 1, 2026. The online availability of our Diagnostic Medical Sonography Application is coming soon. We strongly advise that you allocate ample time to thoroughly review the instructions, ensuring your ability to submit a comprehensive application before the stipulated deadline. Follow instructions below to apply to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program. |
Admission Policy
Admission is based on criteria approved by Foothill College and consistent with State and Federal law, regulations, and Program accreditation guidelines. Primary admission criteria include completion of prerequisite courses with a C or better, possessing the minimum GPA prerequisite, and compliance with the technical standards stated in the application.
- The program currently admits a cohort every other year.
- The current cohort began in Fall 2024, with the next cohort starting in Fall 2026.
- Please check back for the next application cycle.
Lottery SelectionEach application cycle, 15 to 20 qualified students are selected from the applicant pool and admitted to the program every other year, with classes beginning in the Fall quarter. The number of students admitted may vary based on the availability of clinical sites. |
Wait List
The Foothill College DMS program has a wait list.
Selection Procedure
- Completed electronic applications must be submitted by the application deadline and are reviewed for accuracy by cross-referencing all transcript.
- Applications that meet the admission criteria are entered into a lottery.
- The final selection is made in April every other year, and applicants are notified of their acceptance or non-acceptance via email in the month of May via email.
- If a student withdraws from the program and a seat becomes available, applicants on the waitlist will be contacted, and the seat will be offered to the next applicant on the waitlist.
Contact UsChristel Gho, Interim Program DirectorDiagnostic Medical SonographyBuilding 5200 ghochristel@fhda.edu |
