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Discover your passion for science and healthcare with NDSU’s medical laboratory science degree program — an ideal choice for those eager to make a difference in the healthcare field. This program prepares you to perform vital diagnostic tests that guide physicians in diagnosing, treating and preventing diseases. Through hands-on training with advanced analytical techniques and instruments, you’ll learn the scientific precision and clinical significance necessary to excel in this critical field. The program combines three years of on-campus coursework in chemistry, biology and health sciences with a full-time professional internship in hospital-based laboratory settings. Graduates are prepared to sit for the ASCP Board of Certification exam, boasting outstanding pass rates and exceptional employment opportunities nationwide.
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Post-Graduation Career Snapshot
High Demand Occupations
- Laboratory Technician
- Clinical Laboratory Scientist
- Medical Technologist
- Laboratory Analyst
- Research Technician
National Median Salary
Future Career Pathways
- Clinical Consultant
- Blood Bank Supervisor
- Lead Medical Technologist
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NDSU students are encouraged to collaborate with an advisor and develop a unique program of study that meets their specific interests.
Comprehensive Curriculum
Classes provide a well-rounded education covering the principal areas of clinical chemistry, hematology, microbiology, urinalysis, immunohematology and immunology.
Real-World Experience
Gain hands-on practical experience through the professional-level internship, which occurs onsite within an affiliated hospital-based MLS program. NDSU maintains affiliation with four medical laboratory science programs. These include: Sanford Medical Center (Fargo, North Dakota), Mercy College of Health Sciences (Des Moines, Iowa), Methodist Hospital (Omaha, Nebraska), and Colorado Center for Medical Laboratory Science (Aurora, Colorado).
Professional Development and Leadership
Broaden your horizons and expand your experience outside of the classroom through student organizations, including the Students of Allied Sciences Club and the College of Health Professions Ambassadors. Participation in these organizations and extracurricular activities help build strong connections with peers and allow you to develop leadership skills.
Limitless Career Opportunities
Upon completion of the program you’ll find a variety of rewarding careers throughout the country in hospitals, medical and diagnostic laboratories and other healthcare services.
Tuition & Costs
NDSU offers a high-quality, academically rigorous education at an affordable cost. To support you in covering tuition and expenses, we provide a wide range of need-based and merit-based scholarships and financial aid options.
Admission Info
At NDSU, we welcome students from all backgrounds who are seeking a dynamic learning environment within a supportive, welcoming community.
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