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• 3 credit hours College Algebra or higher math
• 8 credit hours General Chemistry*
• 4 credit hours Organic Chemistry I*
• 3 credit hours Organic Chemistry II, Quantitative Analysis, or Biochemistry
• 8 credit hours General Biology, Zoology, Cell Biology, or a higher level courses *
• 4 credit hours Microbiology (Inclusive of Immunology)
• 4 credit hours Anatomy/Physiology (Structure and Function Course also accepted)
• 3 credit hours Statistics or equivalent

* All biology and chemistry courses must include laboratory credit and be approved for majors in those
disciplines or in medical technology. Organic/Biochemistry and Microbiology may be required to be
updated if completed more than seven (7) years prior to application.

9. Satisfactory completion of the application process. **

** Satisfactory indicates that all requirements have been fulfilled by the applicant.
Applicant students should consult with the Medical Laboratory Science advisor on their university
campus to assure completion of all general education and specific program prerequisites. Also, they are
encouraged to contact the Program Director of the School of Medical Laboratory Science, 501-202-6632,
during their sophomore year in college.

Students seeking reentry must complete the entire application process and will be considered on an equal
basis with the applicant cohort.

Entry Requirements
Fulfillment of Entry Requirements includes satisfactory completion of entry requirements as identified in
the Applicant & Admission and school specific sections of the Catalog. Selected applicants qualify for
entry and registration for courses through fulfillment of all entry requirements.

1. Official Grade Report for high school/college courses enrolled in at time of application and a
letter of verification from the respective school/college counselor/advisor;
2. Submission of health related certification or license for visual observation as applicable;
3. Ability to perform Fundamental Essential Functions on Entry Statement;
4. Immunization and Tuberculin Testing information can be found in the Applicant and Admission
information section of the Catalog.
5. Purchase required uniform and textbooks.
6. Pay/arrange for payment of program expenses.
7. Comply with the Baptist Health drug free policy.
8. Demonstrate receipt of a college degree or provide a transcript evaluation that a degree will be
received upon completion of the program.
9. Transfer - Advance Placement will be evaluated by the Registrar for possible credit.
10. Provide additional documentation as required.

Selection Process
The Selection Committee considers each applicant for entry to the school after the Application File is
complete. Selection for entry is on a competitive basis, as each entering class is limited in size by number.
The committee formulates a recommendation for each applicant and forwards it to the Program Director
for final action. Applicants are notified by letter of the committee’s decision.

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