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Earn Your Medical Laboratory Science Degree

Medical laboratory scientists are often the unsung heroes of the frontline. Although they do not typically provide direct patient care, these experts perform essential research, testing, and analyses in various healthcare settings. Earn your degree in Medical Laboratory Science at University of Bridgeport and prepare for a fulfilling career in an in-demand field.

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Take the first steps to a career in medical laboratory science

Gain hands-on clinical experience.

Financial aid available for qualifying students.

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A pathway to possibility

With a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science, you’ll never be limited to a single career path. The flexibility of this degree can lead to jobs in hospital, private, reference, public health, and physician office laboratories. Graduates of UB’s Medical Laboratory Science program have also been hired for positions in:

  • Biotechnology
  • Education
  • Instrument and reagent sales
  • Laboratory information technology
  • Laboratory management
  • Research and pharmaceutical companies
  • Veterinary clinics
  • And more!

Some MLS graduates also choose to further their studies — pursuing Physician Assistant programs, medical school, and other advanced degree paths.

Minimum of 120 credits required

  • 57 MLS credit requirements
  • 31-41 science foundation credits
  • 36 general education credit requirements

Clinical experience

At UB, we understand the value of gaining hands-on experience. As a Medical Laboratory Science student, you will complete 28 weeks of supervised clinical rotations in a hospital laboratory — earning you relevant experience in the field before you even graduate.

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Paying for college doesn’t have to be stressful. There are a variety of federal, state, and private financial aid programs available, including grants, scholarships, and student loans. The Office of Student Financial Services is ready to connect with you and guide you toward achieving your dream of a college education.

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Medical Laboratory Science vs. Medical Laboratory Technician: What are the differences?


Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science OR Medical Technologist Medical Laboratory Technician
Definitions
  • Medical/Clinical Laboratory Scientist is the current professional term (previously referred to as Medical Technologist)
  • Medical Laboratory Scientist and Clinical Laboratory Scientist are different names for the same profession
  • An MLS/CLS provides support in testing and diagnostic procedures
  • MLS/CLS professionals undertake roles in supervision and management
  • Fewer educational requirements
  • Fewer management responsibilities
  • Perform routine lab work and assist with MLS/CLS duties
Level of education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate degree
Format

On-campus, part-time* and full-time options offered at UB

*part-time study is not available during clinical rotations

Not Offered at UB
Careers
  • Flexible job opportunities in hospital, private, reference, public health, and physician office laboratories
  • Alternate career paths include instrument and reagent sales, laboratory information technology, research and pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology, education, and laboratory management
  • Can serve as a gateway to advanced degree programs (e.g., Physician Assistant programs, medical school)
  • Higher earning potential - An MLS/CLS earns an annual average of approx. $57,000
  • Generally limited to job positions in medical laboratory settings
  • Does not serve as a direct pathway to advanced degree programs
  • Lower earning potential and fewer options for professional growth

Medical Laboratory Science vs. Medical Laboratory Technician: What are the differences?

Definitions
Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science OR Medical Technologist
  • Medical/Clinical Laboratory Scientist is the current professional term (previously referred to as Medical Technologist)
  • Medical Laboratory Scientist and Clinical Laboratory Scientist are different names for the same profession
  • An MLS/CLS provides support in testing and diagnostic procedures
  • MLS/CLS professionals undertake roles in supervision and management
Medical Laboratory Technician
  • Fewer educational requirements
  • Fewer management responsibilities
  • Perform routine lab work and assist with MLS/CLS duties
Level of education
Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science OR Medical Technologist Bachelor’s degree
Medical Laboratory Technician Associate degree
Format
Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science OR Medical Technologist

On-campus, part-time* and full-time options offered at UB

*part-time study is not available during clinical rotations
Medical Laboratory Technician

Not Offered at UB
Careers
Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science OR Medical Technologist
  • Flexible job opportunities in hospital, private, reference, public health, and physician office laboratories
  • Alternate career paths include instrument and reagent sales, laboratory information technology, research and pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology, education, and laboratory management
  • Can serve as a gateway to advanced degree programs (e.g., Physician Assistant programs, medical school)
  • Higher earning potential - An MLS/CLS earns an annual average of approx. $57,000
Medical Laboratory Technician
  • Generally limited to job positions in medical laboratory settings
  • Does not serve as a direct pathway to advanced degree programs
  • Lower earning potential and fewer options for professional growth

Accreditation

The MLS program has achieved national accreditation through the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). As such, students who have successfully completed the program, may sit for the national certification examination offered by the Board of Certification of the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).

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