| Admission Deadlines | Fall: July 20 |
| Spring: December 1 | |
| Summer: March 20 | |
| Standardized test scores | SAT/ACT optional |
| Recommendation(s) required | One letter of recommendation from an academic instructor who can strongly attest to your academic ability, and/or an Individual who served in a supervisory capacity for you, and who can strongly attest to your work ethic. |
| Prior academic records | Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended (including via dual enrollment), whether or not credit was earned, the program was completed, or the credit appears as transfer credit on another transcript. Transcripts must be forwarded in their original sealed envelopes. Official transcript may also be sent electronically directly from the institution. |
| Applicants may receive credit for college-level coursework through International Baccalaureate (IB) or College Board Advanced Placement (AP) examinations. Official score results must be forwarded directly from the College Board. Please refer to GW Undergraduate Admissions (https://undergraduate.admissions.gwu.edu/) for information on maximum credits, minimum scores, and GW course equivalents for AP and IB credits. | |
| Non-traditional credit sources may be considered on a case-by-case basis (i.e. military coursework, credit-by-exam, and non-college based health programs). Information on transfer credit eligibility may be found in the Bulletin under Regulations (see Transfer Credit/Advanced Standing for Undergraduates), including minimum letter grade requirements. | |
| Statement of purpose | All applicants are required to submit a 250–500 word essay describing your reasons for undertaking study at the George Washington University. Focus on your academic objectives, career goals and related qualifications, including collegiate, professional, and extra-curricular activities relevant to your program of interest. Include any substantial accomplishments not already mentioned on the application form as well as obstacles you have overcome that influenced your desire to pursue this program of study. |
| Additional requirements | All students must meet Essential Functions requirements, and successfully meet the criminal background check and drug screen requirements. (https://smhs.gwu.edu/academics/health-sciences/academics/admissions/background-checks-and-drug-screenings ) |
| Transfer coursework must be earned with a C or better (C- grades and lower do not transfer to GW SMHS). | |
| A resumé or curriculum vitae is required. | |
| Prerequisites | At least 45 semester hours of college with a minimum cumulative and science GPA of 2.5 from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning. Students applying under a Guaranteed Admission Agreement must have a cumulative GPA of 2.75. Prerequisite coursework must include the following: |
| English Composition (6 credits) | |
| General Biology (lecture and ‘hands-on’ lab) (8 credits) | |
| College Mathematics (algebra, statistics, or higher 3 credits) | |
| Humanities (3 credits) | |
| Social and Behavioral Science (3 credits) |
| International applicants: | International students should check with individual programs regarding eligibility for visa sponsorship. Generally, online and hybrid programs are not eligible for student visa sponsorship from GW. This includes transfer students from any other institution with an existing visa. |
| Applicants who have not completed a post-secondary degree from an institution where English is the sole language of instruction must submit TOEFL, IELTS, PTE Academic, or the Duolingo English Test scores to be considered for admission. The following are the minimum scores for admission consideration: | |
| - Academic IELTS: An overall band score of 7.0, with no individual band score below 6.0. | |
| - TOEFL: 600 paper-based or 100 internet-based. | |
| - PTE: Overall score of 68 | |
| - DET: Overall score of 120 | |
| Undergraduate applicants who meet one of the following conditions can be considered for admission without submitting TOEFL, PTE or IELTS or DET scores: | |
| Scores cannot be more than two years old. To ensure TOEFL scores are sent to GW, use institutional code 5246. An institutional code is not required to send IELTS or PTE scores to GW. DET scores must be submitted via the Duolingo English Test system directly to GW. | |
| Based on their application and the results of the English proficiency examination students can be required to take English for Academic Purposes (EAP) during their first year of study at GW. GW evaluates each application holistically and applicants can be recommended for EAP even if they meet the requirements for exemption. Students placed in EAP courses should anticipate additional tuition expenses as well as possible extension of time needed to complete their degree programs. |
Supporting documents not submitted online should be mailed to:
George Washington University
ATTN: Transcript Processing Center
1415 W 22nd St.
Suite 220
Oak Brook, IL 60523
1415 W 22nd St.
Suite 220
Oak Brook, IL 60523
Documents can be submitted electronically to: transcripts@hsprograms.gwu.edu.
Contact for questions:
hsphora@gwu.edu
202-994-0384 (phone)
Hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| This is a degree completion program offered in fully online and hybrid online and on-campus formats. 1 | ||
| Students must complete 120 credits consisting of 45 to 60 transfer credits to satisfy University General Education and program-specific prerequisite requirements and a minimum of 60 credits taken at GW. | ||
| University General Education Requirement | ||
| 3 credits in critical thinking in the humanities | ||
| 6 credits in critical thinking, quantative reasoning, or scientific reasoning in the social sciences | ||
| 3 credits in quantitative reasoning (college algebra, statistics, or higher) | ||
| 3 credits in English composition | ||
| A course with an approved oral communication component. This requirement is satisfied by completing CERT 3005 in the required major curriculum. 5 | ||
| 3 credits in quantitative reasoning (must be in mathematics or statistics). | ||
| 3 credits in scientific reasoning (must be in natural and/or physical laboratory sciences). Satisfied with the prerequisite requirement for 8 credits in general chemistry with lab or 4 credits in microbiology with lab. | ||
| Writing in the disciplines (WID) coursework satisfied by MLS 2007W and MLS 3001W program requirements. | ||
| Program prerequisites | ||
| 8 credits in general biology I and II 2,3 | ||
| 8 credits in chemistry I and II 2,3 | ||
| 4 credits in microbiology with lab 2,3 | ||
| 3 credits in organic chemistry or biochemistry 2,6 | ||
| 22 credits transferred in as elective courses. 4,6 | ||
| Core courses for the major that must be taken at GW | ||
| Required for both the fully online and hybrid program options: | ||
| MLS 2007W | Microbes and Society | |
| MLS 3001W | Professional Ethics for Medical Laboratory Scientists | |
| MLS 4116 | Clinical Bacteriology I | |
| MLS 4117 | Clinical Bacteriology II | |
| MLS 4119 | Parasitology, Mycology, and Virology | |
| MLS 4130 | Hematology I | |
| MLS 4131 | Hematology II | |
| MLS 4141 | Immunology and Serology | |
| MLS 4145 | Clinical Biochemistry I | |
| MLS 4146 | Clinical Biochemistry II | |
| MLS 4150 | Immunohematology | |
| MLS 4151 | Molecular Diagnostics | |
| MLS 4158 | Laboratory Management and Operations | |
| MLS 4159 | Capstone Seminar | |
| Required for the fully online option only: | ||
| MLS 3000 | Clinical Laboratory Mathematics | |
| MLS 4136 | Clinical Experience I | |
| MLS 4137 | Clinical Experience II | |
| MLS 4138 | Clinical Experience III | |
| MLS 4139 | Clinical Experience IV | |
| And 11 credits in elective courses. | ||
| Required for the hybrid program option only: | ||
| MLS 4160 | Blood Bank Practicum | |
| MLS 4161 | Clinical Biochemistry Practicum | |
| MLS 4162 | Hematology Practicum | |
| MLS 4164 | Clinical Microbiology Practicum | |
| MLS 4165 | Urinalysis Practicum | |
| MLS 4166 | Coagulation Practicum | |
| MLS 4216 | Clinical Bacteriology Laboratory | |
| MLS 4219 | Parasitology, Mycology, and Virology Laboratory | |
| MLS 4230 | Hematology Laboratory | |
| MLS 4246 | Clinical Biochemistry Laboratory | |
| MLS 4250 | Immunohematology Laboratory | |
| MLS 4251 | Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory | |
1The fully online program option is for students who have successfully completed a medical laboratory technician (MLT) program within six months of application and/or are currently board certified MLTs. The hybrid option is for students who have completed at least 45 college credits or who have earned an associate’s degree along with the required prerequisite science and General Education courses.
2Medical laboratory technicians (MLTs) can receive transfer credit for biological sciences, general microbiology, general chemistry, and organic chemistry/biochemistry courses.
3Hands-on lab required; an online lab is not acceptable.
4Alternative electives can be selected from any undergraduate Clinical Embryology and Reproductive Technology (CERT), Health Sciences Programs (HSCI), and Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) courses courses, or others approved by the program director. Advanced standing from eligible transfer credit also can be considered.
5This requirement is completed at GW post matriculation.
6This requirement can be completed with transfer credit or at GW.
This is a secondary degree completion program.
Students must complete 120 credits consisting of 45 to 60 transfer credits to satisfy general education and program-specific prerequisite requirements and a minimum of 60 credits taken at GW.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| University General Education Requirements | ||
| 3 credits in critical thinking in the humanities | ||
| 6 credits in critical thinking, quantative reasoning, or scientific reasoning in the social sciences | ||
| 3 credits in quantitative reasoning (college algebra, statistics, or higher) | ||
| 3 credits of English Composition | ||
| Oral communication component satisfied by CERT 3005 program requirement. 1 | ||
| Writing in the disciplines (WID) coursework satisfied by MLS 2007W and MLS 3001W program requirements. 1 | ||
| Program prerequisites | ||
| 8 credits in general biology I and II | ||
| 3 credits in chemistry or biochemistry 2 | ||
| 4 credits in microbiology with lab 2 | ||
| 3 credits in biotechnology 2 | ||
| 19 to 24 credits in elective and/or additional required courses 2 | ||
| Core courses for the major (60 credits) that must be taken at GW | ||
| CERT 3004 | Endocrinology for Health Sciences | |
| CERT 3005 | Current Topics in Biomedical Sciences | |
| CERT 4010 | Clinical Human Embryology | |
| CERT 4012 | Clinical Human Andrology | |
| CERT 4014 | Human Reproductive Cryobiology | |
| CERT 4021 | Laboratory Techniques in Reproductive Medicine | |
| MLS 2007W | Microbes and Society | |
| MLS 3000 | Clinical Laboratory Mathematics | |
| MLS 3001W | Professional Ethics for Medical Laboratory Scientists | |
| MLS 4141 | Immunology and Serology | |
| MLS 4151 | Molecular Diagnostics | |
| MLS 4158 | Laboratory Management and Operations | |
| MLS 4171 | Human Genetics | |
1Requirement completed post matriculation.
2Requirement can be completed via transfer credit or at GW