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Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science

Shorelight Group - The University of Utah

USA,Utah

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 21,801/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Aug 2025

Apply Date

USA, Utah

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1850

Total Students: 36,881 +

Int. Students: 3,467 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

201 Presidents Cir, Salt Lake City, UT 84112, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science

Program Overview

The pre-professional requirements of the MLS Program include successful completion of the University of Utah’s foundational courses, as well as pre-requisite courses including at least four semesters of chemistry, three semesters of biology, and two semesters of mathematics. Information on the general education and bachelor of science degree requirements for the University of Utah can be found at: https://us.utah.edu/general-education/mission.php.

Students accepted into the MLS Program begin coursework in Fall semester. For full-time students, the professional phase of the program consists of five consecutive semesters of MLS professional courses including three semesters of didactic coursework (junior year) and two semesters of clinical rotations at the MLS program’s affiliate clinical sites (senior year). For part-time students, the professional phase of the program consists of seven semesters, including five semesters of didactic coursework and two semesters of clinical rotations.

The junior year consists of on-campus classes and student laboratory sessions in all of the major disciplines for entry-level competency as a Medical Laboratory Scientist including: clinical chemistry, hematology, hemostasis, immunology, immunohematology, transfusion medicine, microbiology and body fluids analysis. In addition to clinical rotations during the senior year, students complete on-campus courses in laboratory operations/management, education, research, and special topics.

Upon completion of university requirements and those of the MLS Program, which is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS– Rosemont, IL), graduates are awarded a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science. Graduates are then eligible to apply for the national certification exam offered by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) on route 1. Applicants that successfully pass the ASCP BOC examination receive certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist for three years and must participate in the Credential Maintenance Program to maintain certification thereafter. Graduates should be aware that there is a 5-year window in which to take the examination after program completion.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

42 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2025		Closed
may 2024		Closed
may 2025		Closed
aug 2024		Closed
aug 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 21,801 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Shorelight Group - The University of Utah

CAD 14,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 80
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 110.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 55.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Scholarships available for Fall 2025 Intake. The deadline for the below mentioned scholarships will be until 30th Apr, 2025

Undergraduate Scholarships-

UNIVERSITY	University of UTAH
Year 1	Up To $10,000
Year 2	Up To $10,000
Year 3	Up To $10,000
Year 4	Up To $10,000
Total for 4 years	Up to $40,000

Please note:

Scholarships are not automated, the student/ counsellor should request a scholarship over email within 5 business days of deposit payment.
The above waivers and scholarships are only available until 30th Apr, 2025.
If students are arriving before the move in date, they need to make their own accommodation arrangements.
We recommend your students to accept their Offer letters as early as possible and not wait until the last minute due to the anticipated backlog in visa Appointment availability.
Students cannot enter the U.S. more than 30 days before their I-20 Program Start Date. They could be turned away at the border or future benefits may be denied.
Limited Merit scholarships are still available for high achieving students.
Please share this information with your colleagues and / or branch offices.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the above, do not hesitate to reach out to the appropriate member of the Recruitment team.

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.