Medical Laboratory Technician

Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLTs) work under the supervision of a medical technologist or physician to perform tests that help physicians diagnose and treat diseases. MLTs prepare samples for analysis, use equipment to identify micro-organisms, monitor tests and procedures, analyze the chemical content of fluids, match blood for transfusions, and test for drug levels in the blood.

Bachelor Degree Minimum Requirements

Admission to USU is test optional for Spring 2022, Summer 2022, and Fall 2022. ACT/SAT test scores will still be considered if submitted.

• 2.8-4.0 GPA - Admitted in Good Standing
  • Students with less than a 2.8 high school GPA may still be admitted in good standing based upon the combination of their GPA and ACT/SAT score. See if you qualify.
• 2.79 GPA & below - Considered for Earned Admission path.

Associate Degree Minimum Requirements

Most USU Eastern and USU Blanding Associates Degrees and Certificates are open enrollment and do not require a minimum high school GPA or ACT/SAT score.

Recommended High School Prep Work

• 4 years of English
• 4 years of Math (One class beyond math 3)
• 3.5 years of Social Science
• 3 years of Lab-Based Science (one each: biology, chemistry, and physics)
• 2 years of a world language (same language, taken progressively during grades 9-12)

Students may pursue the following careers:

• Medical Laboratory Technician
• Family Practice
• Specialized Clinics
• Hospitals
• Concurrent Enrollment
• Federal & State Lab
• Donor Centers
• FDA Inspector
• Forensics*
• Medical Technologist*

*Requires a bachelor's degree