clinical laboratory science

Effective fall 2023, the Wayne State University Clinical Laboratory Science program will be known as Medical Laboratory Science. Read more about why we are updating our name.

Results that make a difference 

Located in one of the world's leading urban research universities, the Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science bachelor of science program delivers a quality educational experience that helps students gain the knowledge and skills needed to excel in careers in the clinical laboratory. The program has a reputation for producing well-prepared health care professionals, and our graduates are in high demand.

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Program Statistics

• The three-year average for the American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Certification Examination pass rate percentage for new graduates: 80%
• The three-year average graduation rate percentage: 100%
• The three-year average employment placement rate percentage: 100%

Program Outcomes

The WSU CLS program tracks and monitors the following outcomes as part of our continuous program assessment and improvement efforts.

¹ Percentage of students in the final half of the program who graduate on time.
² Percentage of students who pass the national certification exam within one year after graduation.
³ Percentage of graduates who find employment in the field or who continue their education within one year of graduation.
* = partial data; final results pending

Each applicant is evaluated as an individual. Your admission to WSU is based on a review of many factors, which may include:

• High school or secondary school academic performance

• Submit an SAT/ACT score, or submit test-optional documents (two letters of recommendation, two essays, and an activities list).

• Rigor of high school curriculum

• Meeting Wayne State's English proficiency requirements

• Any other supporting documentation requested

• Submit all application documents by December 1 to be considered for merit-based scholarships. 

Additional requirements

• English translations of documents must bear the seal/stamp of the issuing institution.

• Your statement of financial support cannot be older than six months.

• Bank supporting documentation must show the dollar amount equivalent to the financial requirements (pdf) for undergraduate international students.

• English proficiency tests cannot be more than two years old.

• Checks drawn on foreign banks should carry the notation "Payable in U.S. funds, plus service charges."