Medical Laboratory Sciences (B.S.) (3+1)

Students who wish to pursue a career in Medical Laboratory Sciences may pursue a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Sciences (3+1 program option). Students enrolled in this program complete the required coursework at Salve during their first 3 years, and subsequently complete a 15-month clinical program. Students can enroll in the B.S. in Medical Laboratory Sciences in their first year, or they can enroll as students in the B.S. Biology and transfer into the program during years 2 or 3. 

Students apply for admission to the clinical program during the fall semester of their 3rd year. All students that have completed the required coursework and met the minimum 2.5 cumulative and math/science GPA requirements for entry into the clinical program are guaranteed an interview for clinical placement. However, entry into the clinical component of the program is competitive and relies on availability of internship openings in area hospitals. 

If a student fails to enter or complete the clinical program, they can complete a B.S. in Biology within the 4-year time frame. These students may elect to apply to the B.S. in Medical Laboratory Sciences second degree program during their 4th year (4+1 program option).

Students complete a minimum of 120 credits to earn a bachelor's degree, including 41-44 credits of core courses and 93-94 credits (23 courses) in their major. 

Students complete the following 7 required courses (32 credits) at the Clinical Site: 

Upon completion of the clinical internship, the student receives a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Sciences and is eligible to sit for the American Society of Clinical Pathology national exam in order to become a registered Medical Laboratory Scientist. 

Degree Plan for B.S. in Medical Laboratory Sciences (3+1)

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This weekend workshop may be taken in either the fall or spring semester of sophomore year.

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One each semester.