Medical Laboratory Science, BS: Apply Now
Students applying to our Medical Laboratory Science bachelor’s program must take the prerequisite courses (minimum 60 semester hours) at another college and then complete their junior and senior years of the bachelor’s degree at Upstate for their program of study.
Students with a bachelor's degree that covers the required prerequisites can pursue another bachelor's degree. Transfer students seeking a bachelor's degree can apply before finishing the required courses. However, they'll need to complete these prerequisites for their chosen program before enrolling.
Application Deadlines
Upstate begins accepting applications for the BS in Medical Laboratory Science in September for the following fall semester and for Early Assurance programs.
2 Ways to Apply
There are two ways to apply to the Medical Laboratory Science, BS program at SUNY Upstate’s College of Health Professions.
Early Assurance for High School Seniors
This Early Assurance Program is for high school seniors. It's designed to give those interested in pursuing a degree at SUNY Upstate Medical University an opportunity to apply early.
SUNY Upstate is an upper-division transfer college specializing in healthcare careers. Those accepted into the Early Assurance Program will take their prerequisite courses at the accredited college of their choice. Then, they'll complete their junior and senior years of study at Upstate to complete their degree.
For Fall 2027 Admissions, applications are due:
Mar 1, 2025
Regular Admissions & Transfer Students
This is the method for students who have completed an associate or bachelor's degree to pursue a bachelor’s degree in health care at SUNY Upstate Medical University.
Students who have completed a bachelor’s degree and are applying to a bachelor’s degree program at Upstate are considered transfer applicants.
Regular Admission for Fall 2025:
Admission is rolling until the program and alternate lists have filled, or June 1 – whichever happens first.
What To Expect After Applying
After your application has been submitted, our team begins a holistic review of your application. If invited, an interview will be scheduled after the screening of all completed applications. Decisions are sent out via e-mail. See the acceptance letter for the deadline to respond to the offer.
Incoming students must submit a background check. This is completed after admission but before enrollment at SUNY Upstate. Students are admitted conditionally until background check results are obtained and reviewed by SUNY Upstate.
Have Questions
Need more specifics about the program? Questions about admissions requirements? Contact the College of Health Professions Admissions Counselor:
Wendy MeyerSenior Assistant Director of Admissions
Undergraduate Admissions Advisor
Virtual Information Sessions
The Office of Admissions is conducting virtual information sessions for those who are interested in College of Health Professions programs.