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USA, South Dakota
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1862
Total Students: 9,464 +
Main Campus Address
414 E Clark St, Vermillion, SD 57069, United States
As a medical laboratory science major at USD, you will learn the latest technology, utilize problem-solving techniques and develop collaboration skills as you prepare to be a medical laboratory scientist. Your education will prepare you to be an essential member of the health care team who is responsible for performing, developing and evaluating a variety of laboratory tests, as well as reviewing results for accuracy and assessing how the findings relate to the patient. At USD we offer a small student-to-faculty ratio with professors who will help you identify your career path and related research opportunities. You'll learn from the experts while gaining experience in USD's state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories. You'll also get experience beyond our campus through a clinical internship during your senior year, which enhances your education by providing you with a real-world learning environment.
Medical Laboratory Science
As a medical laboratory science major, you'll gain technology and research skills as you prepare to become the medical detective on care teams. A clinical internship is embedded into the senior year of your program, ensuring you have the real-world experience you need to thrive. You'll graduate prepared to take the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) exam, which can open the door to in-demand health care careers in South Dakota and beyond.
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
14 Days
Full-Time
48 Months
Intake Month/Year | Intake Status | |
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jan 2025 | Closed | |
aug 2024 | Closed | |
aug 2025 | Open |
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*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.
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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):
Outreach, A Student Referral Program by Canam
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