Admission Requirements: Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science

Admission Requirements: Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science
03.15.2025
60
05.12.2025
  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Spring 2025 Information Session

Did you miss our latest information session? No worries! Check out the full recording on YouTube with timestamps for key information in the video description.

Active Military & Veteran Scholarship

Learn more about UC Online's military scholarship for active-duty personnel and veterans. You could be eligible for up to $1,500 per semester!

stack of documents icon Admission Requirements

UC’s Online MLS Degree Admission Requirements

Students pursuing admission into the MLT-to-MLS Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science program are required to satisfy all the admission requirements outlined below. Proof of MLT certification and an associate degree are required for most applicants. We do offer some exceptions for military MLTs and MLTs who graduated more than five years ago.

Our Admissions Office is happy to work with you to answer any questions you may have and help determine your eligibility. To confirm you qualify for this program, please contact our enrollment team at [email protected] or (833) 556-8611 for assistance.

Prerequisites

  • Earned Associate degree in MLT/CLT from a NAACLS accredited institution
    • Equivalent education or experience, i.e. military MLTs, are highly encouraged to apply. Your enrollment advisor can help you navigate this part of the application process.
  • Minimum GPA of 2.5
  • Proof of ASCP, AAB or AMT CLT/MLT certification
    • Conditional admission into the program is possible with proof of passing scores. Please contact your enrollment advisor to see if you qualify.
    • Students are eligible to sit for certification within 5 years of graduating from their CLT/MLT program. UC Online can admit students without certification if they graduated more than 5 years ago. Please contact your enrollment advisor to see if you qualify.

Transcripts

Submit official transcripts from all schools attended. Transcripts can be sent through online systems such as Parchment to the University of Cincinnati Undergraduate Office of Admissions. This is the preferred method. These transcripts must be official copies of the student’s record.

Transcripts can also be physically mailed to the Office of Admissions at the address below. These transcripts must be the official copies of the student’s record and come directly from the student’s school.

University of Cincinnati, Office of Admissions
PO Box 210091
Cincinnati, OH, 45221


Proof of Certification

Proof of ASCP, AAB or AMT CLT/MLT certification.

PLEASE NOTE: Students are eligible to sit for certification within 5 years of graduating from their CLT/MLT program. UC Online can admit students without certification if they graduated more than 5 years ago.

Call your enrollment advisor at (833) 556-8611 to see if you qualify.


Professional References

Two professional references required; one must be from a current lab supervisor. Reference forms are submitted via the application system.


UC Online Application

Complete the online admission application, the admission fee is waived for Summer 2024.

Apply Now


Technology Recommendations

It is recommended to have the following:

  • Intel i5 processor
  • 8 GB RAM, 16 GB recommended
  • Video Card
  • Broadband Access (DSL/Cable/Fioptics)
  • Sound card with internal or external speakers
  • Web Camera with integrated microphone
  • Printer or access to a printer

For additional technology requirements please visit the College of Allied Health Sciences Computer Requirements.