Medical and Molecular Sciences

Student looks through a microscope in a Medical Laboratory Sciences class in the lab in Willard Hall.

Medical and Molecular Sciences: M.S., 4+1

About this program

In today’s competitive job market, individuals seeking management and leadership positions in the laboratory-based health professions require a graduate level degree. The 91Ô­´´ offers multiple pathways to success:

The master of medical and molecular science degree (MMS) is designed for practicing professionals who want to advance their knowledge and skills in the clinical laboratory sciences and develop new proficiencies needed to meet the challenges of a changing profession and quickly evolving technology.Ìý

The 4+1 bachelor of science/master of scienceÌý(B.S./M.S.)Ìýaccelerated degree programÌýgivesÌýhigh-performing students the opportunity to complete both a bachelor’s degree (in any undergraduate major administered by the Department of Medical and Molecular Sciences) as well as the master of science degree in medical sciences in five years of full-time study. Programs offered are:

  • Applied Molecular Biology and Biotechnology / Medical and Molecular Sciences 4+1 (B.S./M.S.)

  • Medical Laboratory Sciences / Medical and Molecular Sciences 4+1 (B.S./M.S.)Ìý

  • Medical Diagnostics / Medical and Molecular Sciences 4+1 (B.S./M.S.)

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Degrees offered


Medical and Molecular Sciences – M.S.

Medical and Molecular Sciences – B.S./M.S. (4+1)

Application Deadlines


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FALL:

June 1 (International)

August 1 (Domestic)

SPRING:

January 1

91Ô­´´ Tuition


TheÌý2026-2027Ìý91Ô­´´ graduate student tuition rate per credit hour is $1,149.

Some financial aid may be available to qualified students for the MS program.