2024-2025 Catalog
Medical Laboratory Science (MLS-BS), B.S.
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Bachelor of Science
Medical Laboratory Scientists (MLS) perform laboratory analyses to help the physician detect, diagnose, and treat disease. Lab scientists work with sophisticated laboratory instruments and computers that must be kept in optimal operating condition to give the most accurate results. The volume and sophistication of laboratory testing will increase as the population ages. Physicians base about 70% of their diagnoses and treatment decisions on the results of laboratory testing. Medical Laboratory Scientists work under the supervision of a medical laboratory director in such departments as blood bank, clinical chemistry, microbiology, hematology, immunology, phlebotomy, body fluid analysis, and molecular testing. The program combines classroom instruction and laboratory practice on-campus with an internship in an affiliated laboratory.
The Medical Laboratory Science program is fully accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS.) www.naacls.org
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Program Outcomes
- 75 percent of Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) graduates will pass the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification Exam within one year of graduation.
- 70 percent of Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) students who enter the second-half of the professional phase of the program will complete it successfully.
- 70 percent of Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) graduates will report, within one year, they are employed as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or are continuing their education.
New Student Admission Requirements
- 2.70 High School GPA (on a 4.00 scale) (2.50 -2.69 with college approval)
- Minimum Composite Score of ACT 18/SAT 950 OR 3.0 High School GPA (on a 4.00 scale) and Composite ACT 17/SAT 900
Transfer Student Admission Requirements
- 2.50 College GPA (on a 4.00 scale)
Admission Requirements to the Professional Sequence
- 2.50 GPA or higher (on a 4.00 scale).
- Obtain a grade of C or higher in the following courses: MATH 115 or MATH 117 , CHEM 114 , CHEM 214 , and BIOL 252 and(BIOL 108 or BIOL 286 ).
- All Mathematics (MATH), Biology (BIOL), and Chemistry (CHEM) courses must meet the above requirements within two attempts. A withdrawal, W grade,counts as an attempt.
Application Accepted: February 1st - 15th prior to summer semester requested.
University Requirements - 41 to 43 Credits Required
First Year Seminar Requirement (FSUS 100 or Equivalent) - 0 to 1 Credit Required
All First-Time-In-Any-College Freshmen (FTIACs) must complete a one-credit FSUS 100 course, or its equivalent. Additional information and the definition of FTIAC for FSUS purposes can be found in the: Ferris State University Academic Affairs FSUS Policy
University General Education Requirements - 41 to 42 Credits Required
Courses in this section are required to satisfy the University General Education Requirements for a bachelor’s degree. The University General Education requirements can be found on the: Ferris State University General Education Requirements Webpage
Communication Competency - 12 Credits Required (or Their Equivalent)
Quantitative Literacy Competency - 3 to 4 Credits Required (or Their Equivalent)
Natural Sciences Competency - 8 Credits Required
Two courses are required with a minimum of 6 credits: must have at least one lab course.
Culture Competency - 9 Credits Required
Three courses are required with a minimum of 9 credits: must be from two different disciplines and have at least one 200 level or higher course.
Self and Society Competency - 9 Credits Required
Three courses are required with a minimum of 9 credits: must be from two different disciplines, have at least one 200 level or higher course, and at least one Self and Society Foundation course.
United States (U.S.) Diversity Competency - 1 Course Required
If not met by courses taken for Culture Competency, Self and Society Competency, or Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), a student must have one course with the United States (U.S.) Diversity attribute. Some courses include both Global and United States (U.S.) Diversity attributes.
Global Diversity Competency - 1 Course Required
If not met by courses taken for Culture Competency, Self and Society Competency, or Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), a student must have one course with the Global Diversity attribute. Some courses include both Global and United States (U.S.) Diversity attributes.
Collaboration Competency - Courses Required Met in College Requirements
If not met by courses taken in the College Requirements section, a student must have two courses with the Collaboration attribute. Some courses include both Collaboration and Problem Solving attributes.
Problem Solving Competency - Courses Required Met in College Requirements
If not met by courses taken in the College Requirements section, a student must have two courses with the Problem Solving attribute. Some courses include both Collaboration and Problem Solving attributes.
College Requirements - 84 Credits Required
Qualifying Courses - 10 Credits Required
These courses are qualifying courses for entry into the Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) major and are used to meet some University General Education Requirements.
College of Health Professions (COHP) Core Curriculum - 11 Credits Required
Major Courses - 63 Credits Required
Notes
- Students who return to the university after an interrupted enrollment, not including summer semester, must normally meet the requirements of the curriculum which are in effect at the time of their return, not the requirements which were in effect when they were originally admitted.
- Credit Variance - Credits required may vary based on course placement, prerequisites, etc. If you have questions, contact your advisor.
Admission Requirements - To the Professional Sequence
- Students must be admitted to Ferris State University.
- Students must obtain a minimum 2.50 GPA (on a 4.00 scale).
- Students must obtain a grade of C or higher in the following courses: MATH 115 or MATH 117 , CHEM 114 , CHEM 214 , BIOL 252 , and BIOL 108 or BIOL 286 .
- All Mathematics (MATH), Biology (BIOL), and Chemistry (CHEM) courses must meet the above requirements within two attempts. A withdrawal, W grade, counts as an attempt.
Graduation Requirements
In order to graduate from Ferris State University, students must meet both University and Programmatic Graduation Requirements.
University Graduation Requirements
These are the minimum graduation requirements for a bachelor’s degree at Ferris State University:
- All requirements as specified in the University Requirements section must be met.
- A minimum of 120 credits must be earned.
- A 2.00 or higher cumulative Ferris State University GPA is required.
- A minimum of 30 credits must be earned from Ferris State University to meet the Residency requirement.
- A minimum of 40 credits of 300 level or higher courses must be earned.
Programmatic Graduation Requirements
These are the additional graduation requirements mandated by the program:
- All requirements as specified in the College Requirements section must be met.
- A 2.50 or higher cumulative Ferris State University GPA is required.
- A minimum grade of C must be earned in BIOL 108 or BIOL 286 , BIOL 252 , and CHEM 214 .
- A minimum grade of C must be earned in all Clinical Laboratory Sciences (CLLS) and College of Health Professions (COHP) courses. If a student earns grade of less than a C in any Clinical Laboratory Sciences (CLLS) course, they will be required to repeat that course when there is a seat available. Students may repeat a maximum of 3 credits of Clinical Laboratory Sciences (CLLS) courses. Earning a grade less than a C in courses totaling 4 or more credits will result in a student’s being denied from progressing further in the Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) program. Failing to earn a grade of C or higher in the same course after two attempts will result in the student’s being denied from progressing further in the Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) program. An attempt is defined as enrollment in the course one week or longer.
- Complete the professional phase within 5 years of the beginning of the Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) program. If a student cannot complete the program within the stipulated time, they will be required to reapply to the professional phase of the program.
- A minimum grade of C must be earned in all required courses in order to enter the clinical experience.
Suggested Semester Layout
Consult Advisor to Approve Your Customized Plan in MyDegree Second Year
Students should apply to the professional sequence in Spring semester and begin professional sequence in Summer semester. |
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