About this Program

The Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science degree completion program (previously medical technology) is available for graduates of accredited associate degree universities and hospital-based or military Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) programs. MLT certification is required for admission. The curriculum is designed to meet the needs of local and distant practitioners. Program courses are delivered online to accommodate the schedules of working students.

Program Highlights

  • Pursue your degree online asynchronously, permitting flexibility for work schedules

  • No expensive out-of-state tuition fees for out-of-state students

  • Applicants who completed MLT programs with ODU MLS articulation agreements may exempt selected competency courses

AT A GLANCE
Degree Level
Undergraduate
Degree Earned
Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science
Concentration
Degree Completion Program
Delivery Modes
On-Campus

Careers

Check out these ideas from ODU Career Development Services and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). A median salary is a midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.

Quality Control Systems Managers

$110,580 Median Salary

Plan, direct, or coordinate quality assurance programs. Formulate quality control policies and control quality of laboratory and production efforts.

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

$122,890 Median Salary

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Quality Control Analysts

$51,160 Median Salary

Conduct tests to determine quality of raw materials, bulk intermediate and finished products. May conduct stability sample tests.

Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists

Perform complex medical laboratory tests for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. May train or supervise staff.

Requirements

What are the requirements to apply for Medical Laboratory Science, Post-Certifiction at ODU?
Students entering the Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science program in Medical Laboratory Science, Post-Certifiction should meet the minimum university admission requirements Undergraduate Admission.
    • Completed program application form with goals statement
    • Official transcripts from all universities and colleges attended
    • Overall grade point average
    • Biology and chemistry prerequisite cumulative grade point average
    • Three letters of recommendation (at least two from current or previous employer and preferably one from an academic source)
    • Phone interview after initial pre-screening
    • Documentation of certification as a medical laboratory technician, MLT

Transfer

At ODU, we understand that as a transfer student you have unique needs that require a wide array of campus resources. The Center for Advising Administration and Academic Partnerships aims to create a transfer inclusive culture that supports the successful...

Cost

Estimated rates for the 2023-24 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.

Active Duty Military Rate
Cost Per-Credit $250
Virginia Resident
Cost Per-Credit $393
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
Cost Per-Credit $407
Non-Resident
Cost Per-Credit $1,073

Ways to Save

Here are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending ODU. For more information visit University Student Financial aid

Scholarship

Additionally, students have the opportunity to apply for the following scholarships sponsored by non-ODU organizations:

  • American Proficiency Institute
  • Clinical Laboratory Management Association (Tidewater Chapter)
  • Alpha Mu Tau Honor Fraternity of the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS)
  • American Society for Clinical Pathology

Contact

Program Director

2118 HEALTH SCIENCES BLDG
NORFOLK, 23529