Academic Calendar: Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science

Next Term Application Deadline

07.01.2025

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Next Term Starts

08.25.2025

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Explore our academic calendar to see when your classes will start, end and everything in between. For more information on important dates for the BS in Medical Laboratory online program, visit our academic program pages or call or chat with an advisor.

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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.