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Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS)

Be a Medical Detective to Enhance Healthcare

What are your career options?

  • Medial Laboratory Scientist

  • Forensic Scientist

  • Public Health Microbiologist

  • Biomedical Engineer

  • Infection Control Specialist

  • Hospital Administrator

Many students continue to graduate from programs in Public Health, Physician Assistant Studies, Business, Medical, Dental, and Veterinary schools.

What do you study?

The Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) at Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) provides foundational courses in:

  • Microbiology

  • Transfusion Medicine

  • Clinical Chemistry

  • Immunology

  • Hematology

  • Laboratory Management

Coursework includes real-world case studies and clinical experience.

Where can you work?

  • Hospital laboratories (e.g., Laredo Medical Center)

  • Public health departments (e.g., Laredo Public Health)

  • Life Science/Biotech companies (e.g., Griffols)

  • State & federal agencies (e.g., Texas Crime Lab, CDC)

  • Medical technology departments (e.g., Laredo Medical Center)

New Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) graduates in Texas average $68,000 per year.
Students are eligible to sit for the MLS Certification exam from the American Society of Clinical Pathology

MLS Curriculum

  • 42 Texas core SCH

  • 16 MLS Pre-Req SCH

  • 68 MLS SCH

Which includes clinical rotations in hospital and clinical settings

Where do I get more information:

Dr. Jimi Mistler
Clinical Associate Professor and Director
Medical Laboratory Science
Dr. F.M. Canseco Hall (CNS) 304C
956.326.3443
james.mistler@tamiu.edu