Yes, the program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), ensuring that it meets the highest educational standards and prepares graduates for certification exams.

The MLS program at Andrews University combines rigorous academics with hands-on clinical training on campus and through guaranteed clinical placement, all within a faith-based educational environment. The program is accredited and offers students research opportunities, mentorship, and personalized support.

The program typically takes 4 years for students pursuing the first-degree option. Post-bac MLS Certificate and second-degree seeking students may complete the program in 14 months. 

Admission to the MLS program requires a completed application, meeting minimum GPA requirements, and fulfilling specific prerequisite courses. Interested students can find additional details on the MLS Admissions page.

Yes, clinical training is a core component of the MLS program, ensuring that students gain real-world experience in laboratory settings, preparing them for the workforce and certification exams. Students accepted into the MLS Program at Andrews University are guaranteed clinical placement at one of the affiliated clinical sites.
For more information, please visit the MLS program page.

Andrews University offers a second bachelor’s degree option for students who already hold a bachelor’s degree in another field. This accelerated option allows students to complete the MLS program in a shorter timeframe, typically 14 months, by building upon their prior academic qualifications.

The Affiliate Guest Student program allows students enrolled at affiliated universities (Oakwood University, Southern Adventist University, Southwestern Adventist University, Washington Adventist University) to take courses at Andrews University while maintaining their primary enrollment at their home institution. Guest students must complete all the prerequisites offered at their home school before enrolling in the MLS Program. This program is designed to nurture partnerships with affiliated universities.

For more information, please visit the Affiliate Guest Student page.

The MLS Post Baccalaureate Certificate is for individuals who already hold a bachelor’s degree in a related field but seek to gain the necessary academic and clinical qualifications to enter the medical laboratory science profession. The MLS certificate program provides the essential coursework and clinical training needed to become eligible for certification exams in MLS.
For more details, visit the MLS Post Baccalaureate Certificate page.

The Online Interactive Technologist Certificate Programs offer flexibility for those interested in advancing their MLS qualifications. These programs allow students to complete coursework online while engaging in interactive, real-world simulations and clinical experiences. Technologist Certificate tracks are for working professionals with medical laboratory science experience who want to enhance their skills or meet certification requirements without committing to a full degree program.
For more details, visit the Online Interactive Certificate Programs page.

The Online MLT-BSMLS program is for certified Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLTs) who hold an associate degree and wish to earn a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences and upgrade their certification to MLS. This fully online program allows working professionals to continue their education while gaining the necessary skills to advance in the MLS field. It offers a flexible pathway for MLTs to expand their qualifications and prepare for leadership roles or certification exams.
For more details, visit the Online MLT-BSMLS page.