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Medical Laboratory Science, M.Sc.

  • Application Deadline
  • 24 months
    Duration
University rank #571 (QS) , VT,
Whether diagnosing the flu, developing new technology for disease detection or treating cancer, medical laboratory scientists provide critical information to patients and providers in health care settings.

About

Custom curriculum tracks combine hands-on clinical experience with courses in advanced evidence-based practice, health care management, and scientific research. Students have the option to work directly with faculty in their laboratories and perform research projects under their guidance.

Graduates of the master's program in Medical Laboratory Science at the University of Vermont are prepared to:

  • Promote positive patient outcomes through communication of laboratory-related information to health care professionals and patients and their families
  • Conduct evidence-based research to improve patient outcomes and advance the field
  • Apply advanced practice knowledge and technical skill to leadership roles in the medical laboratory science profession

Clinical and Research Opportunities

Students in Track One will complete a semester long clinical internship at one of the hospitals within the University of Vermont Health Network as part of the core NAACLS-accredited program.

All students will complete a three course series in research method and design that culminates with a capstone research project. Under the supervision of the program faculty in collaboration with clinical affiliate partners, students will conduct relevant evidence based research to advance the field of medical laboratory science.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Clinical Chemistry
  • Applied Molecular Biology
  • Advanced Immunobiology
  • Clinical Microbiology
  • Quality in Healthcare

Detailed Programme Facts

  • Programme intensity Full-time
    • Full-time duration 24 months
  • Credits
    30 or 43 alternative credits
  • Languages
    • English
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  • Delivery mode
    On Campus

English Language Requirements

  • Minimum required score:

    6.5

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  • Minimum required score:

    90

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Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 3.7

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3.7 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).

Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).

General Requirements

  • Electronic Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Application Fee of $65.00
  • Email addresses for three people who will provide letters of recommendation.  This information is submitted within the application and letters are sent from the recommender directly to us through the application portal. 
  • One transcript from each institution you have attended, including the one you currently attend.  Unofficial transcripts uploaded by you are sufficient for the review process for most programs (Public Health applicants, please review your requirements).
  • Residential Status Questionnaire (for in-state tuition purposes)
  • Test scores for English proficiency for applicants whose native language is not English.

Tuition Fee

  • International

    40176 USD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 40176 USD per year and a duration of 24 months.

  • National

    15936 USD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 15936 USD per year and a duration of 24 months.
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Living costs for Burlington

  • 1269 - 1890 USD/month
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