Medical StudentsDiscover the World of Radiology

Find the resources, support and opportunities to learn and master new skills, make connections and build a meaningful career in radiology with the ACR Medical Student Section.

Are you a medical educator? Start here.

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Forge Your Path in Radiology

Discover all the benefits of being part of this extraordinary group of medical students.

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Education & Curriculum

Stay on the leading edge and take charge of your future with training and education tailored just for you.

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Profession and Subspecialty Guides

Get answers to your questions about radiology, explore subspecialties and hear from residents and experienced advisors.

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Events & On-Demand Library

Gain access to a wealth of members-only guidance, including scholarships and internships, resources and curriculum, webinars and much more.

Networking

Connect with leading experts in the field, jump-start your career and get involved in a community with members of other ACR chapters committed to empowering radiology and each other.

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Get Involved

Volunteer to propel your future and the field of radiology.

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Medical Student Travel Scholarships

The College is proud to offer a maximum of 10 scholarships to medical students enrolled in U.S. or Canadian approved programs to support attendance at the ACR annual meeting.

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Other Essential Resources

Get answers to your questions on membership renewal, ACR support, formal requirements and more.

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Education & Curriculum

ACR Medical Student Curriculum
Access the entire ACR Medical Student Curriculum Building Blocks for free. Increase your knowledge with more than 75 resources, including videos and downloadable presentations on topics such as:
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Introduction to Appropriateness Criteria-Medical Student Education
Explore how utilization of the ACR Appropriateness Criteria enhances professional careers and provides quality care with evidence-based medicine.
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Case in Point
Review a new case every single day. Earn an AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ for each case. Yes, you can claim over 90 credits per year for free.
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Radiology Teaches
Radiology-TEACHES® features a range of case vignettes integrated with the ACR Appropriateness Criteria® Portal (AC Portal). Through these modules, medical students and any order-imaging referring providers receive clinical decision-support education built on evidence-based content.
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Profession & Subspecialty Guides

Get answers to your questions about radiology, covering everything from a general curiosity about the field to nuanced technical issues in diagnosis and treatment. Free to all ACR members.

What is a Radiologist?

About the Profession

Get answers to your questions about radiology, covering everything from a general curiosity about the field to nuanced technical issues in diagnosis and treatment.

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Medical Student Guide

to the Radiology Profession

Find accessible, informative discussions on aspects of radiology that matter most to medical students, from the shift toward patient-centered care to coping with burnout and how to enter the field.

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Subspecialities

Explore subspecialties to put you on the path for your future as a radiologist.

Radiology Residencies

Hear from residents and experienced advisors.
*Resource courtesy of the University of Virginia

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Events & On-Demand Library

You’ll find abundant opportunities to engage with other ACR members through events at the national, state and local levels.

May 2-6, 2026
ACR Annual Meeting
The ACR Annual Meeting provides an opportunity to take part in Council business meetings, Council elections, section-specific programming, the ACR Convocation, caucus meetings and more.
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On-Demand Webinars, Lectures and Events
For more on-demand content, view our library of events hosted by the Medical Student Section.
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Community & Networking

Find camaraderie and make professional connections with these top-line resources from ACR.

Engage
The most widely used online platform for discussion, information-sharing and interest-based communities among radiologists.
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Reach Out
Connect with leading names, colleagues and other experts in the field through the ACR Directory.
Reach out
Connect with Local Chapters
A key part of ACR membership is linking up with radiologists in your state. Attend events, build your professional network and find local resources.
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Medical Student Radiology Interest Groups (RIGs)
RIGs are student organizations within medical schools that serve to connect students interested in radiology. Access resources and tools aimed at educating and supporting students and connecting RIGs across the nation and Canada.
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Get Involved

Volunteer to propel your future and the field of radiology.

Serve on the MSS Steering Committee or a subcommittee
The ACR MSS is led by a ten member steering committee with the shared goal of creating a community of medical students interested in radiology and developing resources for medical students. Subcommittee volunteer opportunities also exist focused on education, communications, health innovation & technology, humanities & bioethics, or advocacy.
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Explore ACR Volunteer Opportunities
Find medical student opportunities within ACR that align with your interests, schedule, and level of availability.
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Organize a Workshop
Help host local events through the ACR TIER program, offering financial and administrative support for education and networking between medical schools.
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Join the ACR Medical Student Rad Reserves
Receive monthly emails from the Communications Subcommittee highlighting events, programs, activities, and volunteer opportunities.
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Explore Internship & Scholarship Opportunities

Find funding support and apply to some of the field’s most prestigious programs.

PIER Internship

Rising second-year medical students can apply for the Pipeline Initiative for the Enrichment of Radiology (PIER) internship, a program offered across the U.S. that helps talented medical students who have historically not pursued careers in imaging to explore radiology.

Applications for the PIER Internship are now closed and will reopen in Fall 2026.

The Pipeline Initiative for the Enrichment of Radiology (PIER) is a nationally recognized program designed to introduce talented medical students to the field of radiology and radiation oncology early in their training.

PIER offers rising second-year medical students a comprehensive six to eight-week summer experience that includes:
Expert-led lectures and seminars by leading radiologists and guest speakers
One-on-one mentorship from dedicated preceptors
Hands-on exposure to radiographic imaging across various modalities
In-depth case discussions with faculty and peers
Development of a Case-in-Point submission and presentation

Throughout the program, students also engage in academic research and collaborate with their preceptors to prepare a Case-in-Point submission and an oral presentation to be presented at the National Medical Association (NMA) Annual Meeting.

This immersive experience helps participants build core skills in medical imaging, intervention and treatment, critical thinking, and patient communication. PIER has proven instrumental in preparing students for residency programs in diagnostic radiology, interventional radiology, and radiation oncology, with many alumni successfully matching into competitive programs across the country.

The internship is open to first-year medical students at institutions across the U.S. seeking an opportunity to explore the radiology specialty and engage in research.

The PIER internship is open to first-year medical students in the U.S. Application requirements include:

a letter of good standing
resume/curriculum vitae
two letters of recommendation
ACR membership (medical students join free)

The internship culminates with a presentation of the students’ research of their Case in Point projects to the Radiology/Radiation Oncology Section at the annual meeting of the National Medical Association. The PIER Program provides a stipend for selected scholars during their Summer Internship, as well as continued mentorship and support throughout the years leading to your radiology residency application.

Since 2020, PIER has been offered as a fully virtual program, enabling broader participation and greater accessibility for students nationwide. What began as a five-student, in-person pilot has grown significantly to accommodate up to 40 students each year. This growth reflects the increasing interest in radiology among medical students and the success of the program in delivering a high-quality, engaging, and impactful experience. As the only radiology medical student summer internship developed by the American College of Radiology, ACR PIER offers premier training in Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology and Radiation Oncology as well as medical physics and non-interpretive skills and tips to prepare you for a successful application for residency.

By offering early exposure and structured support, PIER plays a key role in building a strong, well-prepared radiology workforce and promoting excellence in patient care.

American College of Radiology. The Power of PIER: The Importance of Support in the Radiology Pipeline. ACR Bulletin. Available at: https://www.acr.org/Clinical-Resources/Publications-and-Research/ACR-Bulletin/power-of-pier-support

Hernandez E, Chan P, Johnson G, Wang J, Hawkins CM. Student Perspective of Pipeline Programs: An Essential Tool in Diversifying Radiology. J Am Coll Radiol. 2022;19(2):205–207. Available at: https://www.jacr.org/article/S1546-1440(21)00751-1/fulltext

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Other Essential Resources

Radiology EscapesACR Virtual Escape Rooms

Can your team discover clues, solve puzzles and escape these radiology-themed escape rooms? Gather some paper and pencil to help with the puzzles, and don’t forget — no cheating! No internet surfing, calculators or other electronic helpers are allowed.

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Medical StudentsDiscover the World of Radiology

Forge Your Path in Radiology

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Education & Curriculum

ACR Medical Student Curriculum

Introduction to Appropriateness Criteria-Medical Student Education

Case in Point

Radiology Teaches

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Profession & Subspecialty Guides

What is a Radiologist?

About the Profession

Medical Student Guide

to the Radiology Profession

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Subspecialities

Radiology Residencies

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Events & On-Demand Library

ACR Annual Meeting

On-Demand Webinars, Lectures and Events

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Community & Networking

Engage

Reach Out

Connect with Local Chapters

Medical Student Radiology Interest Groups (RIGs)

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Get Involved

Serve on the MSS Steering Committee or a subcommittee

Explore ACR Volunteer Opportunities

Organize a Workshop

Join the ACR Medical Student Rad Reserves

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Explore Internship & Scholarship Opportunities

PIER Internship

What is PIER

Eligibility

Requirements

Recognition

Program format and growth

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Other Essential Resources

Radiology EscapesACR Virtual Escape Rooms

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Get in Touch

Medical Education and Student Outreach

Get in Touch

Medical Student Section

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Education & Curriculum

ACR Medical Student Curriculum

Introduction to Appropriateness Criteria-Medical Student Education

Case in Point

Radiology Teaches

What is a Radiologist?

About the Profession

Medical Student Guide

to the Radiology Profession

Subspecialities

Radiology Residencies

Events & On-Demand Library

ACR Annual Meeting

On-Demand Webinars, Lectures and Events

Community & Networking

Engage

Reach Out

Connect with Local Chapters

Medical Student Radiology Interest Groups (RIGs)

Get Involved

Serve on the MSS Steering Committee or a subcommittee

Explore ACR Volunteer Opportunities

Organize a Workshop

Join the ACR Medical Student Rad Reserves

Explore Internship & Scholarship Opportunities

PIER Internship

What is PIER