BS in Medical Laboratory Science

Northern State University

If you want to make a tangible difference in the medical field right out of college, NSU's medical laboratory science degree is a perfect fit.

The medical laboratory scientist is a key member of any health care team, performing diagnostic testing on which health care professionals rely to best treat a patient.

Medical laboratory science (MLS) students at NSU study chemistry, hematology, immunology, immunohematology, molecular biology and microbiology in preparation for careers as medical laboratory scientists.

Your first three years of study will be on NSU’s campus, completing a variety of courses to prepare you for clinical experience. Your senior year will be devoted to hands-on clinical study and laboratory training at one of NSU's partnering hospitals.

CAREERS

Students who complete an MLS degree often are immediately employed in hospitals, clinics, medical research facilities, government agencies, veterinary labs, industry, the armed forces and other specialty facilities.

Medical laboratory scientists are consistently in high demand. Graduates who desire to stay close to home have no problem finding employment options at our numerous regional hospitals. Students who prefer a change of scenery will find numerous job opportunities across the country or around the globe.