welcome to hartwick Medical Laboratory Science
WHY STUDY Medical Laboratory Science AT HARTWICK?
You seek a career in a dynamic and fast-growing industry. You want highly selective clinical training. You want real-world work experiences to thrive in any career path you choose.
Here’s why our 3 + 1 medical laboratory science program stands out:
- Immerse yourself for the first three years in coursework on the Hartwick campus.
- Begin lab work in your first year, specializing in areas like immunology, genetics and biochemistry.
- Gain practical experience with a year-long internship at Rochester General Hospital's Clinical Laboratory Technology program.
- Train on state-of-the-art lab equipment.
CAREER OUTCOMES
With a projected growth of 5 percent over the next 10 years (Bureau of Labor Statistics), there are many ways to put your medical laboratory science studies to work in roles such as:
- Medical laboratory scientist
- Crime scene technologist
- Veterinarian
- Dentist
- Pharmaceutical industry
WHERE WILL YOUR MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE DEGREE TAKE YOU?
A Career
Zachary French ’20 is a medical laboratory scientist at St. Peter’s Health Partners, St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany, N.Y.
Katharine Nelson ’17 is a medical technologist at Host Healthcare, Inc. in Port Jervis, N.Y. After Hartwick, she added to her credentials with a New York State Clinical Laboratory Technology License and her Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP-MLS) certification.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
- Build a strong foundation in molecular, cell and organismal biology in your first year.
- Expand your horizons with J Term experiences and real-world work opportunities that offer cross-cultural and professional exposure.
- Your clinical internship will give you the skills to thrive in any workplace.
- Develop your thesis with guidance from a faculty advisor and present your research at the Student Showcase.