Admission Requirements: Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science

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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.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Transcripts Proof of Certification Professional References UC Online Application Technology Recommendations

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.

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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.

FAQs

Where can I work as a Medical Laboratory Scientist?
Potential career opportunities after graduation include:
- Medical laboratory management
- Clinical supervisor
- Research and development
- Pharmaceutical representative
- Forensics
- Technical Specialist
- Education and instruction
- Laboratory information specialist
Will I be eligible to sit for the ASCP BOC MLS exam?

Yes, by graduating from our program, you are eligible to sit for the certification exam. Starting in your first courses with us, we will prepare you with that end goal in mind.
What kind of support will I receive during my time in the MLS program?
UC is committed to your success and provides dedicated support including:
- Free orientation for you to learn our MLS program policies and how our Canvas courses and tools will be set up; it also gives you a chance to sample the pace and schedule of our courses.
- A dedicated Student Success Coordinator will check in with you regularly to provide guidance on your plan to graduate, academic success, registration assistance, and navigating the program and UC in general.
- A course facilitator in each course, a dedicated faculty member serving as a “go-to person” for you and a small group of students.
- Dedicated MLS program support including arranging clinical rotations, applying for life experience credit, and proctoring support.
- UCIT provides 24/7 support for Canvas and other learning technology.
- Free download of Office 365 (including Word and Outlook for email) for use during your time at UC.