--- title: "Department of Radiation Therapy" url: "/academics/departments/kakos/radiation-therapy" type: page date: 2026-04-30 updated: 2026-07-29 --- # Department of Radiation Therapy Kakos School of Arts and Sciences # Department of Radiation Therapy **Where a passion for science and helping people becomes a career in patient care.** Prepare for a profession at the forefront of cancer imaging and treatment, where advancements have never been more promising. Built for students drawn to science, medicine and direct patient contact, the program combines state-of-the-art clinical technology with a concentration in healthcare administration that develops the ethical and management skills to advance in the field. [ Visit Manhattan University ](/admissions/visit) [ Explore Kakos School of Arts and Sciences ](/academics/kakos) Image ![Cancer treatment in a modern medical private clinic or hospital with a linear accelerator. Professional doctors team working while the woman is undergoing radiation therapy for cancer](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-07/radiation-therapy-4-3000x2000.jpg?h=c6980913&itok=ZK6Cq5Q0) Image ![Logo image for JRCERT](/sites/default/files/styles/original_aspect_ratio_400/public/media/2026-06/j-certlogo.png?itok=M59jqvvL) The Radiation Therapy program is accredited by the [Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology](https://www.jrcert.org/programs/manhattan-college/ "(opens in a new window)"). **Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology** 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850 Chicago, IL 60606-3182 [(312) 704-5300](tel:3127045300) [View Award Letter](/sites/default/files/media/2026-07/rtt_award_letter_2026.pdf) [View Program Effectiveness Data](/sites/default/files/media/2026-07/Program-Effectiveness-Data-Form-2026.pdf) [Read More About Manhattan University's Accreditation](https://www.jrcert.org/programs/manhattan-college/ "(opens in a new window)") Image ![Aerial photo of Manhattan University](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-03/drone-2025-3200x2400.jpg?h=9b8bd6ff&itok=xYR2ar43) ## Prepare for the Real World At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help. [Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit) [Apply Today](/admissions/apply) [Request Information](/admissions/request-information) Image ![Aerial photo of Manhattan University](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-03/drone-2025-3200x2400.jpg?h=9b8bd6ff&itok=xYR2ar43)