Pre-Medical Technology Major | LSU

You want to work in a clinical laboratory setting conducting tests to diagnose and help treat illnesses.

Pathway to Medical Laboratory Science School

1. Designate your "major" as Pre-Medical Laboratory Science which is a pre-professional/non-degree program at LSU
2. Take the necessary pre-requisite courses for your desired medical laboratory science program (ex: LSU Health New Orleans, LSU Health Shreveport)
3. Maintain a high GPA, especially in science-related coursework (2.5 minimum, 3.0+ recommended)

Estimated Time to Completion

Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science (B.S.)

• 2 years of undergraduate coursework at LSU
• 2 years of undergraduate coursework at LSU Health Sciences Center
• 4 estimated total years of school after high school

Pre-Medical Laboratory Science Advising

• University College Center for Advising & Counseling

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