Medical Lab Sciences Concentration – BS in Biological Sciences
Felician University’s Medical Imaging Sciences (MIS) and Medical Lab Sciences (MLS) concentrations in the Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences degree, prepares students for entry into the high-demand fields of Medical Laboratory Sciences, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, and Cardiovascular Sonography.
Students in these concentrations complete a minimum of 60 credits at Felician University, grounded in general education, science, and required prerequisite coursework. Upon successful completion, students have two pathway options. They may complete their degree entirely at Felician, earning the Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences with a concentration in either Medical Imaging Studies or Medical Laboratory Sciences, preparing them for advanced study and an array of health and science fields. Alternatively, they may apply for admission into the professional phase at Rutgers University’s School of Health Professions (SHP). Students accepted into the Rutgers pathway complete an additional 60 credits in the professional phase at SHP, culminating in the Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences, the BS in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, or the BS in Cardiovascular Sonography awarded by Rutgers. Admission into the SHP phase is available at the start of the fall semester, and students are notified of acceptance decisions by March 15.
Academic advising is provided by Felician University during the first two years, and for students who choose to continue at Rutgers, advising transitions to Rutgers SHP upon entry into the professional phase. Students entering the Rutgers phase are also required to satisfy additional SHP enrollment requirements, including health and immunization documentation, a criminal background check, CPR certification, and completion of SHP orientation.
Admission Criteria for the Rutgers programs:
BS in Medical Laboratory Sciences Minimum GPA: 2.85 in prerequisite coursework
Required prerequisites: Anatomy & Physiology 1 & 2, Cell Biology, Microbiology, Immunology, General Chemistry 1 & 2, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Statistics (Statistics may be taken at Rutgers SHP).
BS in Diagnostic Medical Sonography and BS in Cardiovascular Sonography Minimum GPA: 3.0
Required prerequisites: Anatomy & Physiology 1 & 2 with lab (8 credits), Microbiology, Chemistry, College Math including Statistics (6 credits), Psychology plus one additional social science or diversity course (6 credits), Physics with or without lab (or students may register for DXMS 4160 Physics Concepts for Diagnostic Imaging at SHP), and Medical Terminology (3 credits — or students may register for DXMS 4005 Medical Terminology for Diagnostic Medical Sonography at SHP, which is also available as an online certificate).
The MIS and MLS concentrations are part of a broader suite of pre-professional health and science programs at Felician University. With a rigorous foundation in biology, chemistry, and mathematics, Felician prepares students for success across a wide range of health professions, including pre-medicine, pre-pharmacy, pre-dentistry, pre-chiropractic, pre-podiatry, and pre-veterinary medicine. Our dedicated faculty work closely with each student to provide personalized academic guidance and support throughout their journey toward a professional career in the health sciences.
Please contact the advisor of this program for more information: Dr. Samira Ziaei, ZiaeiS@felician.edu