The Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science Degree Completion Program is available for graduates of accredited Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) programs from associate degree, hospital-based or military instititions. Our program equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to provide physicians and providers with data utilized in diagnosing, treating, and preventing disease. The curriculum is designed to meet the needs of local and distant practitioners. Program courses are delivered online to accommodate the schedules of working students. MLT certification is required for admission.
Program Highlights
Program Highlights
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Flexible Online Learning: Pursue your degree online at your own pace, fitting seamlessly into your work schedule.
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Affordable Education: Reasonable out-of-state tuition fees for non-VA resident students.
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Streamlined Pathways: MLT program graduates with ¹ÏÉñÍø MLS articulation agreements can skip selected competency courses, streamlining their academic journey.
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Numerous scholarships opportunities
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Nearly 100% job placement
Careers
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Microbiologists
Investigate the growth, structure, development, and other characteristics of microscopic organisms, such as bacteria, algae, or fungi. Includes medical microbiologists who study the relationship between organisms and disease or the effects of antibiotics on microorganisms.
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.
Quality Control Analysts
Conduct tests to determine quality of raw materials, bulk intermediate and finished products. May conduct stability sample tests.
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists
Perform complex medical laboratory tests for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. May train or supervise staff.
Requirements
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- Completed program application form with goals statement
- Official transcripts from all universities and colleges attended
- Overall grade point average
- Biology and chemistry prerequisite cumulative grade point average
- Three letters of recommendation (at least two from current or previous employer and preferably one from an academic source)
- Phone interview after initial pre-screening
- Documentation of certification as a medical laboratory technician, MLT
Transfer
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Cost
Estimated rates for the 2024-25 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.
Ways to Save
Here are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending ¹ÏÉñÍø. For more information visit University Student Financial Aid.
Scholarship
Additionally, students have the opportunity to apply for the following scholarships sponsored by non-¹ÏÉñÍø organizations:
- American Proficiency Institute
- Clinical Laboratory Management Association (Tidewater Chapter)
- Alpha Mu Tau Honor Fraternity of the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS)
- American Society for Clinical Pathology
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