MassBay Launches Associate Degree in Sonography

MassBay Community College Framingham campus at 490 Franklin Street, Framingham, Mass., houses MassBay’s Health Science courses, including Sonography, Framingham, Mass., April 2024 (Photo / MassBay Community College).

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Contact:
Liz Cooper
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FRAMINGHAM, Mass. (May 7, 2026) — MassBay Community College is launching an Associate in Science Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) to educate students in this highly skilled and in-demand field of ultrasound technology, helping address the growing need for diagnostic imaging professionals in the region. The DMS program combines classroom instruction, laboratory practice and supervised clinical experiences to prepare students for careers in medical imaging. Students can enroll now for classes that begin Sept. 8, 2026.

“We know that skilled medical professionals are in high demand in MetroWest, and this program will train health care workers who will make an immediate impact,” said David Podell, MassBay President. “The health care workforce of tomorrow is being trained at our new, state-of-the-art Framingham campus, which was designed to simulate a real-world medical setting. We look forward to working with our community partners to create a pipeline, and to providing students with the training and skills they need to achieve a well-paying, rewarding career in diagnostic medical sonography.”

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics for Diagnostic Medical Sonography, the average starting salary of diagnostic medical sonographers in Massachusetts was nearly $95,000 in April 2026. Employment in the field in Massachusetts is projected to grow by 23% from 2020 to 2030, with hundreds of available jobs right now.

Sonographers are highly skilled healthcare professionals who produce and evaluate diagnostic images of internal body structures to assist physicians in the assessment and diagnosis of medical conditions. This critical role requires a strong understanding of anatomy, physiology, and pathology, along with the ability to think critically in real time. Through extensive, hands-on clinical experience, sonographers learn to recognize normal and abnormal findings, evaluate ultrasound images as they are acquired, and apply clinical judgment to support accurate and timely patient care.

Prospective students interested in learning more about the program and how to enroll are encouraged to attend an upcoming virtual information session on May 18 or 22, 2026. Registration is available at MassBay Info Sessions.

MassBay Community College is the most affordable higher education option in MetroWest Boston and is free to most Massachusetts residents without a bachelor’s degree. With more than 70 associate degree and certificate programs, along with comprehensive workforce and educational training, MassBay provides a wide range of courses with flexible day, evening, and weekend classes in Wellesley, Framingham, the Automotive Technology Center in Ashland, and online, in high-demand fields including health and life sciences, computer science, engineering, cybersecurity, business, and the humanities. MassBay students receive unparalleled value, with free one-on-one academic and social support services, compassionate and experienced faculty, and stackable credits that easily transfer to bachelor’s degree programs and that provide hands-on, workforce-ready skills. Health sciences, human services, early childhood education, and many general education programs are offered at the 65,000 square foot, state-of-the-art MassBay Framingham, which has served the community since January 2024. Founded in 1961, MassBay has been accredited by multiple governing bodies and remains dedicated to serving its diverse communities, fostering inclusiveness, and advancing equity for all.