MS Medical Laboratory Science at University of North Dakota

Programme overview

Advance your Medical Lab Science (MLS) career with a flexible, online curriculum designed for the working professional. Whether you are working as a certified MLS or certified and not yet working, this exclusively online master's degree allows you to take the next step in your career and gain experience.

Department: Department of Medical Laboratory Science | Duration: 1.5 - 2 years (full-time); 2.5 - 3 years (part-time) (33 credit hours) | Study mode: online | Intake: Fall (June 1), Spring (Oct. 1) | Location: Grand Forks, ND, United States

What you will study

Students seeking the Master of Science degree at the University of North Dakota must satisfy all general requirements set forth by the School of Graduate Studies as well as particular requirements set forth by the Medical Lab Science Program, including: All Foundation Courses are required for degree completion. MLS 525 must be completed in the first semester. Required courses include MLS 515 Capstone in Master of Medical Laboratory Science; MLS 524 Current Trends and Issues in Medical Laboratory Science; MLS 525 Professional Communication in the Medical Laboratory; MLS 590 Project Development; MLS 997 Independent Study; MLS 502 Advanced Clinical Hematology: Erythrocytes.

Career pathways

Earning a master’s in MLS opens doors to advanced roles in healthcare, education, research, and beyond. As a recognized critical-need occupation by the U.S. Department of Labor, medical lab science professionals are in high demand across industries including: Medical laboratory managers and supervisors, Lead medical technologists, Quality assurance specialists, Medical lab scientist educators.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission to the MS in MLS program at UND is on a competitive basis. All applicants must meet the general requirements for admission to UND's School of Graduate Studies found in the graduate catalogue, as well as the following program admission requirements: BA or BS degree Successful completion of a certification exam at the MLS level through an approved agency (e.g., ASCP BOC, AMT, CSMLS) Application Requirements The application will require: Copies of college transcripts (note: foreign transcripts must be submitted to a foreign credentials evaluation service such as World Education Services) Proof of certification at the MLS level through an approved agency (e.g., ASCP BOC, AMT, CSMLS) A current resume or CV A 1-2 page personal statement addressing: Your background including skills and experiences that have readied you for graduate-level coursework Your purpose and goals for completing the MS in MLS program Why you feel the UND MS in MLS program is right for you and your goals Three Letters of Recommendation Letters should be from individuals who have interacted with you from a…

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Terms run Fall (August-December), Spring (January-May) and Summer (May-August).

Graduate applications go through the UND admissions application with a $35 non-refundable fee (no waivers); each graduate program sets its own deadline, listed in the Program Finder. Three academic or professional references and a statement of goals are required.

International graduate applicants: Fall May 1, Spring Sept. 1, Summer Feb. 1, unless the program sets a specific deadline. Application fee $35.

Apply through the official page: https://und.edu/admissions/graduate/apply.html

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