Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences & Biotechnology
One Department, Three Programs
We offer one of the most robust laboratory sciences multispecialty curricula in the country, with programs in:
- Biotechnology
- Cytotechnology & Cell Sciences
- Medical Laboratory Science
Throughout your program of choice — which includes both graduate and undergraduate options — you will experience cutting-edge training with nationally recognized faculty.
Degree Programs & Graduate Certificates
Each of our programs in Biotechnology, Cytotechnology & Cell Sciences and Medical Laboratory Science offers eight different track options to complete your degree. In addition, we offer graduate certificates to gain mastery of the technical and analytical skills in specific areas of clinical or research laboratory practice.
New Online BS Degree-Completion Program Medical Laboratory Technician to BS in Medical Laboratory Science
This online, part-time track is for Medical Lab Technicians with an associate's degree who are seeking a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Medical Laboratory Science. Students will earn credits in classes such as Molecular Biology, Clinical Chemistry and Immunology over a 2- to 4-year span.
Dual-degree Program Accelerated 3+2 Health Sciences BS/MS in MLSB Program
Build strong skills in critical thinking and problem solving through foundation courses in basic sciences and humanities offered on the East Falls campus before transferring to the Center City campus to complete upper-level, program-specific coursework.
Online Certificate Options MLSB Graduate Certificates
Students who have a Bachelor of Science with at least 30 science credits (biology, chemistry and/or medical sciences) can earn a graduate certificate in areas that include Clinical Chemistry, Clinical Hematology, Clinical Microbiology, Immunohematology and Molecular Biology.