Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science - Pre Medical

University of Illinois at Springfield

The MLS major consists of two distinct academic phases: the Pre-Professional Phase and the Professional Phase. During the Pre-Professional Phase, the first two years of the four-year major, students complete UIS general education requirements and MLS prerequisites. During the Professional Phase, the final two years of the four-year major, students complete the MLS core courses and obtain clinical experience during practicum courses. The Professional Phase is the NAACLS-accredited Medical Laboratory Science program. All students must complete a secondary admissions process and be accepted by the MLS Program before they may begin the Professional Phase.The MLS Program admits students to the Professional Phase in fall semesters only. To be eligible for admission to the MLS Professional Phase, students must:Successfully complete all Pre-Professional Phase courses (C- or higher) prior to entering the Professional PhaseEarn a minimum 2.5 GPA in MLS prerequisite coursesApply to and be accepted by UISApply to and be accepted by the MLS ProgramStudents can formalize their preparation for medical or professional school by earning the MLS Pre-Medical Concentration. Students are not required to complete the Pre-Medical Concentration in order to apply to medical school or other professional school. The Pre-Medical Concentration courses must be completed in addition to all required MLS Pre-Professional and Professional Phase courses.