BAS Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Science) at Arizona State University

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Applied Science degree program with a concentration in medical laboratory sciences enables you to perform analytical tests on blood, tissue and body fluids in order to provide laboratory information for the detection, diagnosis and treatment of human diseases. You learn to work independently using skills and knowledge that are greater in depth and breadth compared with those of medical laboratory technicians, who are typically graduates of a two-year or community college program.

Faculty: College of Health Solutions | Department: School of Clinical Health Sciences | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Fall | Location: Tempe, AZ, United States

What you will study

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Career pathways

Our graduates are prepared for a variety of career paths, including: Career Growth Median Salary More Information Laboratory Technologist Growth: 2.7% Median Salary: $62,930 Learn more Medical Scientist Growth: 12.6% Median Salary: $103,410 Learn more Microbiologist Growth: 6.2% Median Salary: $87,990 Learn more Show more Example job titles and salaries listed are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales.

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Entry requirements

Online professional program Applicants must show evidence of the following criteria in order to be admitted to this pathway: Associate of Applied Science degree in medical laboratory technician prerequisite coursework with a grade of "C" or higher; ASU equivalents in parentheses College Algebra or higher (MAT 117 or higher) General Biology I with Lab (BIO 181) General Biology II with Lab (BIO 182) General Chemistry I with Lab (CHM 113) General Chemistry II with Lab (CHM 116) Human Anatomy and Physiology (BIO 160 or 201) Medical Terminology* or comparable course (CHS 260) Microbiology with Lab (MIC 205/206) Organic Chemistry with Lab (CHM 231/235) two years of experience working in medical lab sciences or MLT certification verification statement or letter of intent from current lab facility employer to host practicum or clinical rotations *The medical terminology prerequisite may be waived for those with a previous degree in a science concentration or experience in the medical field.

Domestic applicants: USD 12,177 a year (2026-27). Arizona resident tuition. Tuition only for the undergraduate on-campus (Tempe/Downtown Phoenix/Polytechnic/West Valley) rate band in the ASU tuition estimator, 2026-27: Fall 2026 plus Spring 2027 term tuition summed (full-time flat rate; part-time credit Source

International applicants: USD 22,792 a year (2026-27). International tuition. Tuition only for the undergraduate on-campus (Tempe/Downtown Phoenix/Polytechnic/West Valley) rate band in the ASU tuition estimator, 2026-27: Fall 2026 plus Spring 2027 term tuition summed (full-time flat rate; part-time credit loa Source

Entry terms: Fall and Spring semesters plus Summer; the estimator lists Fall 2026, Spring 2027 and Summer 2027 admit terms. Transfer students may start in multiple terms throughout the year.

First-year applications open on or around July 1. ASU's priority admission date is Nov. 1. The application fee is $55 for Arizona residents, $85 for domestic nonresidents, $75 for ASU Online and $90 for international nonresidents; apply with the ASU application or the Common Application (one only). ACT or SAT scores are not required for admission. FAFSA priority filing date: Jan. 15.

Transfer students apply with the ASU application or the Transfer Common Application; ASU uses rolling admission without hard deadlines for transfer applicants and decisions follow two to four weeks after all items are received. The application fee is $55 for Arizona residents, $85 for domestic nonresidents, $75 for ASU Online and $90 for international nonresidents. ACT or SAT scores are not required.

Apply through the official page: https://admission.asu.edu/apply

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