B.S. in Medical Technology

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Application Fees: US$ 60

Academic Qualifications: Applicants for undergraduate programs typically require a minimum academic achievement of 75% or above in their previous academic qualifications.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: Overall band score of 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component.
• TOEFL: Overall score of 71 or higher.

Mississippi State University (MSU) recognizes the importance of providing financial assistance to international students to help them pursue their higher education goals. The university offers a variety of scholarships to support the academic achievements and contributions of international students. These scholarships are designed to recognize excellence, diversity, and leadership. 

Global Excellence Scholarship: The Global Excellence Scholarship is awarded to high-achieving international students based on their academic merit. This scholarship recognizes students who have demonstrated exceptional academic performance in their previous studies. The scholarship amount varies and is renewable based on maintaining a specified GPA.

International Student Scholarships: MSU offers a range of scholarships specifically for international students. These scholarships consider factors such as academic achievement, leadership potential, and contributions to the campus community. Award amounts and eligibility criteria may vary.

Intensive English Institute (IEI) Scholarships: MSU's IEI offers scholarships to international students who enroll in English language programs. These scholarships help students improve their English language skills before pursuing their academic studies at the university.

Departmental Scholarships: Various academic departments at MSU offer scholarships to international students who are pursuing specific fields of study. These scholarships are often based on academic performance, research interests, and involvement in departmental activities.

Cultural Exchange Scholarships: MSU encourages cultural exchange by offering scholarships to international students from specific countries or regions. These scholarships promote diversity and foster a global learning environment on campus.

External Scholarships: MSU provides information and guidance to international students seeking external scholarships, grants, or funding opportunities offered by government agencies, foundations, and organizations.

Graduates with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Medical Technology from Mississippi State University are well-prepared to enter a variety of healthcare and laboratory settings. The comprehensive education and practical training provided by the program open up numerous career pathways in the medical and diagnostic fields.

Medical Technologist: Medical technologists, also known as clinical laboratory scientists, perform complex diagnostic tests on patient samples. They analyze blood, urine, and other bodily fluids to assist in diagnosing diseases, monitoring health conditions, and guiding treatment decisions.

Clinical Laboratory Manager: Graduates can take on roles as clinical laboratory managers, overseeing the daily operations of a laboratory. They are responsible for managing staff, ensuring compliance with regulations, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring the accuracy of test results.

Diagnostic Laboratory Technician: In this role, graduates perform a range of diagnostic tests, including microbiological, chemical, and hematological analyses. They work in hospitals, clinics, or private laboratories, supporting the diagnostic process with precise and timely test results.

Blood Bank Technologist: Blood bank technologists specialize in blood banking and transfusion medicine. They perform tests to ensure the compatibility of blood products, manage blood supplies, and work to prevent transfusion-related complications.

Immunology Technologist: Graduates can work as immunology technologists, focusing on the study of the immune system and related diagnostic tests. They perform tests to detect immune disorders, infections, and autoimmune diseases.

Research Scientist: For those interested in research, graduates can pursue careers as research scientists in medical or biomedical research. They work on developing new diagnostic tests, studying disease mechanisms, and contributing to advancements in medical technology.

Healthcare Consultant: Graduates can become healthcare consultants, providing expert advice on laboratory operations, diagnostic practices, and healthcare technology. They help healthcare organizations improve efficiency, implement new technologies, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Quality Control Analyst: In this role, graduates ensure the quality and reliability of laboratory tests and procedures. They develop and implement quality control measures, conduct audits, and work to maintain high standards in laboratory practices.

Clinical Research Coordinator: Clinical research coordinators manage and oversee clinical trials, ensuring that studies are conducted in accordance with protocols and regulations. They coordinate between researchers, participants, and regulatory bodies.

Laboratory Information Systems Specialist: Graduates can work as specialists in laboratory information systems, managing and optimizing the software and databases used for tracking and analyzing test results. They ensure the efficient operation of laboratory information management systems.

Public Health Laboratory Scientist: In public health settings, graduates may work as laboratory scientists focusing on disease surveillance, epidemiology, and public health testing. They contribute to monitoring and responding to public health issues and outbreaks.

Forensic Laboratory Technician: Graduates interested in forensic science can work as forensic laboratory technicians, analyzing evidence collected from crime scenes. They perform tests on biological, chemical, and physical evidence to support criminal investigations.