Overview

In this Medical Laboratory Science program, students spend their first three years pursuing an intensive study of biology and chemistry to gain a foundation in science at Saint Francis University.

For the fourth year of study, students attend an affiliated hospital Medical Laboratory Science training program to complete their B.S. degree and receive specialized training.

Key Features

Offered: In-Person 3 years, on-campus; 1 year at affiliated MLS hospital.
Students conduct research in small teams that work closely with faculty members in dedicated student/faculty research labs. Many students begin research as freshmen, and students can work with multiple faculty on different projects over their three years at SFU.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Molecules, Cells, & Anim. Phys.
Chemistry Principles
Research Writing
Biology
Social Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-11-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-06-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Credits

129 SCH

129-130 SCH.

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Medicine Medical Imaging View 551 other Bachelors in Medicine in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed application form.
Official transcripts.
SAT/ACT scores.

For International Students:

Copy of passport photo page.
Transcripts must be converted to the U.S. Academic Scale using an official credential evaluation service.
TOEFL or the IELTS scores.
Certified financial affidavit with official bank statement, stamp, or seal.

Tuition Fee

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International

41020 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 41020 USD per year during 48 months.
National

41020 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 41020 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

41020 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 41020 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Altoona

1000 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Medical Laboratory Science.

Available Scholarships

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