BSc

Medical Laboratory Science

Learn more about studying Medical Laboratory Science as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    42,450USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Aug
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Gannon University says about their program:

Medical laboratory science may be the perfect career choice to leverage your passion for science and scientific research. These laboratory professionals provide invaluable services to patient care by performing an array of laboratory tests, confirming the accuracy of test results and reporting the test results to pathologists and other health care providers. Gannon's medical laboratory science program will take you behind the scenes in disease treatment through a scientific and medical laboratory education.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Graduation from an approved secondary school or a General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
  • The minimum GPA and test scores required vary based on the academic program you are applying to

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Hold a bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited college or university, and demonstrate the motivation, ability, and preparation needed to pursue graduate study successfully
  • Official test report of graduate entrance exam (i.e. GRE, GMAT, or MAT) scores may be required by your program

English proficiency

  • TOEFL iBT

    79

  • IELTS

    6.0

  • PTE

    53

  • EIKEN

    Grade Pre-1

  • iTEP

    3.8

  • Duolingo

    110

Health Sciences and select graduate programs may have different standards.

English proficiency waivers

  • Student comes from an English speaking country
  • Show a transcript that lists the highest level of English you have taken and your grades at that level. You must also submit a letter of recommendation written by the program director
  • Advanced Level (A Level) C in English
  • SAT Critical Reading score of 500
  • ACT English score of 21
  • IB 5 in English
  • O Level C in English
  • West African Examinations Council (WAEC) C in English
  • Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) C in English

Documents required

Undergraduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Letter of recommendation
  • Bank Statement and Affidavit of Support Form

Graduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Statement of Purpose
  • 3 letters of recommendation
  • Bank Statement
  • Affidavit of Support Form
  • Resume or CV
  • GRE, GMAT, or MAT scores (may be required by your program)
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Scholarships at Gannon University

  • Academic Award for International Students

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    A merit-based award for international undergraduates with an outstanding academic background, deducted from annual tuition costs. Gannon's international aid page confirms that "students who have an outstanding academic background will also be eligible for an academic award," alongside the general International Award, making this open specifically to non-U.S. undergraduate applicants admitted to Gannon.

  • International Award

    Official page

    An automatic entrance award for full-time undergraduate international students. Gannon's own international-student aid page states that "many undergraduate international students are eligible for an international award," applied as a deduction from tuition based on the applicant's academic profile. No separate application is required; eligible students are notified of the award with their admission decision.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

  • Undergraduate tuition

    from US$38,110 to US$40,430 per year

  • Graduate tuition

    from US$12,960 to US$40,650 per year

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What is the cost of living near Gannon University?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect USA-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,652
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,349
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$214
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$73
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61
Monthly public transport pass$65
Monthly grocery basket$350
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15
Gym membership$45

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Gannon University

Many international students will require a visa to study in the USA, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements