Online Master's Program

The Master of Science in Medical Technology degree programs seek to provide the student with skills and knowledge for professional enhancement. Graduates of the University of Southern Mississippi master's degree programs may be candidates for positions as laboratory managers, education coordinators, college or university medical technology faculty members, laboratory computer specialists, research laboratory technologists, departmental supervisors, etc. The programs are structured to provide the student with an area of specialization or expertise.

The Department of Medical Technology offers two programs leading to the master's degree in Medical Technology. One program is for individuals who possess certification as a medical technologist from a recognized national certifying agency. This certification is an entrance requirement.

The second program is for individuals who do not hold certification as a medical technologist from a recognized national certifying agency. This program includes a medical technology practicum that allows the individual to become eligible to sit for a certification examination. Certification from a recognized national certifying agency is an exit requirement.

Admission Requirements

For both programs, in addition to meeting the general requirements of the Graduate School and university as stated in the Graduate Bulletin, the applicant must submit scores from the GRE and three letters of recommendation. Letters of recommendation should be from persons qualified to assess the applicant's readiness for graduate study and should be sent to the department. Students admitted will receive either regular or conditional admission, as described in the Graduate Bulletin. Students admitted on conditional basis must make a grade point average of at least 3.00 on the first nine (9) hours of course work numbered 500 or above or on all course work taken while completing this nine (9) hour requirement). These courses will be designated by the graduate department faculty. Regardless of previous college experience, if English is not the native language of any student, evidence of English proficiency must be provided prior to admission into the graduate program. The MTELP (Michigan Test of English Language Proficiency) requirement is "Proficiency II" and is preferred by the department. Alternatively a TOEFL of 550 may be accepted. In addition, a score of 4 ("functional language skills") must be earned on a fluency test administered by the English Language Institute. This fluency test is specifically designed to determine listening and speaking skills with respect to situations and language expected during the practicum phase of the program.

To receive maximum consideration, graduate applications for the fall semester should be received by the department by April 15, and applications for the spring semester should be received by November 1.

Medical Technology - Graduate Handbook

To view Graduate School information regarding The Department of Medical Technology, visit the following 8-page pdf.

Medical Technology Graduate Handbook