1. Degrees and programs

Medical Laboratory Science Bachelor of Science in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences

About us

The Medical Laboratory Science program provides students with an undergraduate education in clinical laboratory science and prepares graduates to become certified medical laboratory scientists (MLS) and/or pursue post-baccalaureate studies in medical, dental, optometry or other graduate or professional program.

Three reasons to choose the MLS program at Ohio State:

  • You can have the bes​t of both worlds: the extensive resources of a major research university and the personal attention afforded by a small program with class sizes from 25 to 40 students.
  • We are affiliated with a number of excellent hospitals in Ohio that provide you with hands-on experience in both routine and specialized testing.
  • The program has multiple curriculum tracks to choose from based on your academic and professional career goals.

HRS Information Sessions:

HRS Pre-Med Ambassador Panel​: HRS Pre-Med Ambassador Panel - September 29, 2026 (7:00-8:00 PM EST via Zoom) Deadline to register: 9/29/26 at 6:00 PM EST

HRS Health Sciences Pre-PA Student Ambassador Panel​: HRS Health Sciences Pre-PA Student Ambassador Panel - October 1, 2026 (6:00-7:00 PM EST via Zoom) Deadline to register: 10/1/26 at 5:00 PM EST

HRS Open House:  HRS Open House - November 1, 2026 (12:00 - 5:00 PM EST in Atwell Hall) Deadline to register: 10/28/26 at 5:00 PM EST

HRS and OSU Wexner Medical Center Clinical Careers Day: HRS and OSU Wexner Medical Center Clinical Careers Day  - February 7, 2027 (12:30 - 5:00 PM EST at University Hospital/Tower) Deadline to register: 2/5/27 at 8:00 AM EST

Please note

Ohio State academic programs are designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure, certification and state licensing board contact information at the State Authorization website for online programs and for on-campus programs.