ALLIED HEALTH TRANSFER PATHWAY
Medical Laboratory Science (MLS)
Prepare for a vital role in diagnosing and preventing disease through laboratory testing and analysis.
Degree: Bachelor of Science
Timeline:
- 2.5 years at LSU
- 1.5 years at LSU Health New Orleans
Start Term at LSUHSC: Spring 2027 (January)
Admission Requirements
- Minimum GPA:
- Overall GPA 3.0
- Science & Math GPA 2.5
- Application Materials:
- Official transcript
- Personal statement
- Two letters of recommendation
- Possible interview
Prerequisite Coursework: Total of 65 Hours (completed by end of fall semester prior to January start)
|
Requirement |
Courses |
Hours |
|
English Composition |
ENGL 1001, ENGL 2000 |
6 |
|
Mathematics |
MATH 1021 or higher |
6 |
|
Chemistry |
CHEM 1201/1202/1212 OR CHEM 1101/1102/1103/1212 |
8 OR 11 |
|
Biology |
BIOL 1201/1208/1202/1209 |
8 |
|
Humanities |
Literature, History, Philosophy, Public Speaking, etc. |
9 |
|
Social Sciences |
Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, etc. |
6 |
|
Arts |
Art, Music, Theater, Dance Theory |
3 |
|
General Electives |
Electives |
9 |
|
Science Electives |
(2000+ level (Genetics, Anatomy, Physiology, Immunology, Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry recommended) |
6 |
|
Microbiology |
MICR 2051 or equivalent |
4 |
Prerequisite requirements and requirements for earning a letter of recommendation are subject to change. Students are encouraged to meet with a Pre-Professional Healthcare Advisor at LSU and the program directors at LSUHSC New Orleans for up to date information.
Application Deadline
- Medical Laboratory Science: August 31