Students are selected on the basis of academic achievement, personal interviews, and recommendations. Once degree requirements have been met and the clinical year is completed, students must pass the national registry examination to be certified as a medical technologist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists. The Ball State University program in medical technology is accredited by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association. Major in Premedical Preparation , 40-42 hours. This major prepares you to apply to medical school.
Most premedical students take additional courses to complete a major in biology or chemistry.
Admission to medical school is highly competitive. Selection is based upon scholastic standing, character, and professional aptitude determined by testing. This major provides the science background for application to dental school. Many predental students choose to take extra courses to complete a major in biology or chemistry. The number of applicants to schools of dentistry usually exceeds demand.