Acceptance into the University program does not guarantee acceptance of the student by an affiliated clinical program. Students who already have a bachelor's degree and who wish to enter the field may do so by applying directly to the hospital having an approved program. Applicants who have completed minimum requirements seven or more years before application must update microbiology and biochemistry. If a B.S. in Medical Technology is desired, then University requirements for the degree must also be fulfilled. Application to the clinical year is usually made in the fall of the junior year.
Selection is done by each clinical program.
Criteria include state of health, academic performance, and personal characteristics. Minimum grade point average ranges from 2.00 to 2.50 for both cumulative GPA and science courses. Enrollment is limited by the class size of each clinical program. Costs vary with each clinical program. Upon graduation, students are eligible to take a national certification examination.