The ACVR Certifying Examination in Radiation Oncology is a three-part examination composed of clinical, physics and radiation & tumor biology sections. A candidate must pass all three sections in order to pass the examination. A candidate who passes the Certifying Examination is eligible to become a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Radiology. Diplomate status is ultimately conferred by majority vote of the ACVR Executive Council.
2025 Radiation Oncology Examination
- The ACVR Radiation Oncology Certifying Examination will be given remotely August 27 – August 29, 2025.
- The Exam schedule is as follows:
o August 27, 2025 – Physics Section 8 am -12 pm PST
o August 28, 2025 – Radiation and Tumor Biology Section 8 am -12 pm PST
o August 29, 2025 – Clinical Section 8 am -12 pm PST - The application for the 2025 Radiation Oncology Examination will close January 31, 2025 and must be submitted by this date in order to sit the exam in 2025.
- More detailed information on the examination will be sent to individual candidates by the end of May 2025.
- Contact Tracy Gieger, Examination Director with any questions.