Frequently Asked Questions
When do I apply?
Can I apply to the medical technology
program, if I am attending another university?
I would like to enter the
medical technology program at BGSU, but wish to receive my degree
from my current university. Is this possible?
I already have my bachelor's
degree; can I enter the BGSU program?
Is an interview required?
What are the interviews like?
When will a decision be made?
When do I apply? 
Applications are mailed upon request in the early October of each
year. You may request an application by email (see home page), phone,
fax, or letter. Our office information is shown below:
- Bowling Green State University
- Department of Medical Technology
- 504 Life Science
- Bowling Green, OH 43403
- Phone: 419-372-8109
- Fax: 419-372-0332
Students who expect to complete the admission requirements by the
end of their spring term should apply in the fall.
Can I apply to the medical
technology program, if I am attending another university?
Yes, students may be admitted from other colleges and universities.
Admission is based on the same criteria as for BGSU students. However,
you must complete all of the program's admission requirements (or
the equivalent) with the exception of MEDT 411-12, Clinical Immunology
Lecture and Laboratory and MEDT 434, Clinical Parasitology. These
courses will be offered to transfer students during the summer and
fall terms as independent study classes.
I would like to enter
the medical technology program at BGSU, but wish to receive my degree
from my current university. Is this possible?
Students admitted to the program from other schools may choose
to transfer their college credits to BGSU or may transfer credits
for the professional training courses back to their college of origin.
Students who decide to transfer to BGSU may also be required to
take some additional courses to satisfy the general education requirements
for the Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology. Students who
elect to receive a degree from their parent institution must provide
a letter from their academic advisor stating that they will meet
all of the requirements for the baccalaureate degree upon completion
of the BGSU program.
I already have my bachelor's
degree; can I enter the BGSU program?
Yes, students who hold a baccalaureate degree are welcome to apply
as long as they meet the program's admission requirements. Upon
completion of the program you will receive a certificate of training
which makes you eligible to sit for certification exams. You will
earn sufficient credit hours in the program to qualify for a second
baccalaureate degree; however you may be required to complete additional
general education courses. As a degree holder, less financial aid
may be available than for traditional undergraduate students, and
you should contact our Office of Financial Aid to determine your
status.
Is an interview required?
Yes, as part of the admission process all applicants are interviewed.
Special arrangements will be made for students who must travel a
long distance.
What are the interviews
like?
The interviews are with representatives of our affiliated hospitals.
The interviewer will ask you a set of questions chosen to define
your interest level and knowledge about a career in clinical laboratory
science. The process is similar to a job interview, but more informal.
Applicants are advised to talk as much as possible (avoid yes or
no answers) and ask questions about the program and the clinical
sites.
When will a decision be made?
Applicants are chosen in March and are notified by mail within
3 working days of the committee's decision. This gives the committee
an opportunity to review the candidate's grades for fall (and winter)
term.
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