Overview

A critical component of administering the MS program in Laboratory Medicine and Biomedical Science at the University of Utah is the evaluation of its effectiveness in meeting program objectives. Outcomes and objectives are assessed throughout the graduate program, in successful completion of didactic coursework, projects, preliminary exams, thesis research, and thesis defense.

Objectives

The objectives of the program are to:

Increase the student’s technical competence in the area of study.

Develop an approach to research procedures and understand the importance of properly defining research problems.

Provide a working background in scientific writing and data management.

Increase the student’s awareness and knowledge of new laboratory-related technologies.

Prepare the student for continuation into an appropriate PhD program or medical school, if desired.

The program also focuses on three areas for students to obtain experience and confidence in that are important to their professional advancement. These areas are:

Organization and presentation of scientific information to peers and faculty members.

Review and interpretation of scientific literature.

Improvement of technical writing skills.

Possible Career Areas With a Degree in Medical Laboratory Science

Clinical Analysis

Chemistry

Immunology

Drug testing

Hematology

Microbiology

Immunohematology

Molecular diagnostics

Public Health

Health radiation science

Crime laboratory/forensics

Epidemiology

Environmental health

Administration

Red Cross

Industry

Marketing/sales

Pharmaceuticals

Occupational health

Research and development

Quality assurance

Medical writing/illustration

Higher Education

Educator

Academic administrator

Program director

Health care administration

Laboratory director

Hospital administrator

Health promotion

Quality assurance

Research

Immune systems

Bioengineering

Cell biology

Cancer research

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Graduate Seminar

Techniques in Biochemical Analysis

Basic Immunology

Laboratory Management

Laboratory Correlation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Salt Lake City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

BS degree with certification in medical laboratory science or a BS degree in biological, chemical, or physical sciences; prerequisites in medical laboratory science courses may be required.

Two to three years of clinical laboratory experience or research experience is recommended.

Minimum grade point average of 3.0 is expected.

International applicants must score at least 550 on the TOEFL exam.

International applicants must take the Graduate Record Exam (GRE).

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

38604 USD / year

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Out-of-State

38604 USD / year

≈ 38604 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10602 USD / year

≈ 10602 USD / year

Living costs

Salt Lake City

United States

1000 - 1730 USD / month

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

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Objectives

Possible Career Areas With a Degree in Medical Laboratory Science

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Salt Lake City

Financing

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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