Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science

Clinical laboratory scientists play a key role in saving lives every day. They analyze blood, tissue, and other samples, giving doctors the data they need to make important decisions. Our program provides clinical rotations at top healthcare sites, getting you ready for jobs like medical lab scientists or further graduate studies. If you’re looking for a medical lab scientist program or exploring health science careers, this is your next step.

The submitted application packet is to consist of a completed CLS program application in Slate, two completed reference forms (requested in Slate, one from a personal, non-relative reference, and one from a professional or instructional reference), and college/university transcripts of all college work attempted. Applications are not reviewed on a first come/first served basis.The minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) for admission is 2.50. Factors considered in the application process include the following:Cumulative grade point average:Worth up to 56 points of possible 156 points.Support course grades: worth up to 72 points of 156 possible points.Support courses include General Chemistry I & II, Anatomy & Physiology I & II, Microbiology for Nursing & Health Professions, Principles of Medical Laboratory ScienceGrade of A = 6 points, B = 5 points, C = 4 points, and D = 2 points for each support courseProficiency in a second language, spoken and written, confirmed through the A-State World Languages Department:Worth up to 10 points of possible 156 points for BS in CLS application.Two references provided by the applicant evaluated according to a standardized rubric: Worth up to 18 points of possible 156 points.Applications received after April 15th will not be accepted.Completion of or current enrollment inCLS 1511 & CLS 1512, Basic Principles of CLS, for both AAS and BS applicants. Key coursework before beginning the BS in CLS is required:General Chemistry I & II (A-State courses CHEM 1011, 1013, 1021, 1023)Anatomy & Physiology I & II (A-State courses ZOOL 2001, 2003, 2011, 2013)Microbiology (A-State courses BIOL 2101, 2103)Students who are admitted into the CLS Program will be expected to provide their own transportation to and from assigned clinical sites. Transportation is not provided by A-State or the CLT/CLS Programs.