Make a Difference Behind Every Diagnosis
Accurate laboratory testing is essential to modern healthcare. Before physicians can diagnose, treat or monitor disease, they rely on precise laboratory results generated by Medical Laboratory Scientists.
Medical Laboratory Scientists perform and interpret complex diagnostic tests in areas such as hematology, clinical chemistry, microbiology, molecular diagnostics, immunohematology (blood banking), urinalysis, parasitology and more. Their expertise provides critical information healthcare providers need to make informed patient-care decisions.
The University of Toledo's NAACLS-accredited Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) Program integrates coursework in biology, chemistry, mathematics and the laboratory sciences with hands-on clinical training. Graduates are well prepared for national certification and careers as medical laboratory professionals in hospitals, reference laboratories, research facilities, public health agencies and other healthcare settings.
Join a profession that combines science, technology and patient care to improve lives every day.
Students spend the first 2.5 years completing prerequisite science and general education courses before entering the professional phase of the program, which consists of two semesters of MLS coursework. Eligible students apply to the MLS Program in the spring of their sophomore year and may be admitted to either the Fall or Spring cohort.
Accepted students who successfully complete the MLS program coursework are guaranteed clinical externship experience at an affiliated laboratory during the spring or summer of their senior year.
Top Reasons to Study Medical technology at UToledo
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Personal attention.Our program is small. Undergrads get individual attention in classes and labs, especially during their fourth years.
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100% job placement.UToledo Medical Technology grads enter high-paying careers straight out of UToledo.
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State-of-the-art, on-campus lab.Medical technology majors train on specialized equipment.
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Externships.UToledo students complete clinical training under the supervision of experienced preceptors at affiliated clinical laboratories, including sites both within and outside the Toledo region. Outside the region, clinical placements are available at institutions such as the University of Michigan, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) and Memorial Hospital in Marysville, Ohio.
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Fully accredited program.through the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences.
What jobs can I get with a medical technology degree?
The UToledo medical technology program has a proven success record:
- 100% externship placement
- 100% completion rate for 22-week externship
- 100% completion of four-year program
- 100% job placement in clinical lab positions
Annual starting salaries for UToledo Medical Technology graduates average $52,000.
Most medical laboratory scientists/medical technologists are employed in hospital laboratories.
Others are employed by:
- Physicians’ private labs and clinics
- U.S. Armed Forces
- City, state and federal health agencies
- Industrial medical labs
- Pharmaceutical companies
- Public and private research programs dedicated to the study of specific diseases
- Faculty of accredited med tech programs
While many graduates are employed in the clinical laboratory setting, career options are abundant in all areas of health care.
Medical technologists specialize in:
- Biomedical research and development
- Assisted reproductive technology labs
- Organ transplantation
- Genetic testing
- Infection control
- Health information management
- Forensic testing
Hands-On Learning Opportunities
At UToledo, we take you beyond the textbooks and the four walls of a classroom. These real-world experiences are what help our graduates gain professional skills and land jobs.
Internships
Finding an internship is easy thanks to UToledo’s robust community partnerships with companies and organizations around the region. Dive into unique opportunities that prepare you to launch your career.
Internships help you:
- Gain practical experience
- Build your resume
- Refine your skills
- Cultivate contacts
Internships often lead to full-time jobs after graduation!
The Rocket Career Center can help you track down job opportunities. You also might be able to receive academic credit for your internship or job.
Research
UToledo is known for its undergraduate research opportunities. Start as early as your freshman year. Work with faculty who enjoy collaborating with students.
Our Office of Undergraduate Research can:
- Connect you to faculty mentors and projects
- Help you find funding
- Help you present your research at conferences and other events
Study Abroad
Travel, experience new cultures and meet new people — all while earning college credit.
UToledo's Education Abroad Office can help you find the perfect opportunity. You can apply for grants, scholarships and financial aid to help fund study abroad.
- Semester at Sea
- Short-term, summer and faculty-led trips
- Direct exchange programs with other universities
- Teach English abroad
- Global health program (med student clerkships)
- Rocket Kids (work with youth around the world)
Rocket Kids Semester
The Rocket Kids program offers University students a fall, spring or summer semester internship providing recreational programming to U.S. military youth while experiencing the world in locations such as Germany, Italy, Belgium and The Netherlands.
Rocket Kids interns will gain practical experience in programming, leadership, health and wellness, creative arts, performing arts, cultural and literary arts, team and individual sports, adventure and outdoor recreation and STEM education.
On-campus and Part-time Jobs
- Learn skills that prepare you for a career after graduation.
- Build your resume.
- Earn money.
If you want to work, there are plenty of opportunities on campus and at businesses near campus. If you demonstrate financial need, you may qualify for the federal work-study program.
Student Organizations
Our most successful students get involved.
UToledo has 400+ student organizations that will help you:
- Make friends.
- Build your resume.
- Network.
- Be a leader.
- Serve your community.
- Have fun!
Tuition and Scholarships
Most new students don't pay full price. 94% of new UToledo students receive scholarships or other state and federal aid.
Keep in mind: Your cost will vary by college, program and a host of other options. This is the average amount full-time students pay per year.
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Choose Ohio First scholarship
Ohio residents who have been accepted into this STEM program are eligible for the Choose Ohio First scholarship — a four-year, renewable scholarship.
Honors College
The Jesup Scott Honors College at The University of Toledo offer our best and brightest the resources and opportunities needed to unlock your fullest potential. Whether you aspire following graduation to cure disease, innovate technology, advance statecraft, redefine markets, or express creatively, together we can fuel vibrant and promising tomorrows.
Honors students come from a variety of countries, backgrounds and cultures. While we may bond over a tough class, our differences make us blossom.
Benefits of Honors
The Honors College is a community of academically gifted students from all majors on campus. Students take unique Honors classes taught by dedicated Honors faculty and complete an Honors thesis or capstone project in their major, earning the Honors medallion at graduation within their normal program of study. Honors students are challenged to think more deeply and broadly about what they learn. With special academic, cultural, and professional development opportunities, their education extends beyond the classroom.
Honors students can also choose exclusive housing in the Honors Academic Village or President's Hall.
Explore more about what the Honors College can offer you as a budding professional, inquisitive scholar, and engaged person.
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