Cost of Program
Medical Laboratory Sciences Estimated Cost of Program
Traditional Program – Full-Time
Estimated Fees for Arkansas Residents Estimated Fees for Arkansas Non-ResidentsTraditional Program – Part-Time
Estimated Fees for Arkansas Residents Estimated Fees for Arkansas Non-ResidentsMLT-to-MLS Program – Three-Semester Track**
Estimated Fees for MLT-to-MLS Three-Semester TrackMLT-to-MLS Program – Four-Semester Track**
Estimated Fees for MLT-to-MLS Four-Semester TrackMLT-to-MLS Program – Five-Semester Track**
Estimated Fees for MLT-to-MLS Five-Semester Track*Students enrolled at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences are required by University of Arkansas Board policy (Policy 1260.1) to have health insurance coverage at all times. The responsibility for obtaining health insurance coverage rests with the student. Students are urged to investigate for themselves the policy best suited to meet their particular needs. Students are encouraged to confirm their coverage under their existing plan of insurance prior to registration or, if they do not have any existing insurance, obtain such coverage. A Student Injury and Sickness plan offered by Academic Health Plans is available to all UAMS students. The amount reflected on this line is an estimated cost of plan offered by Academic Health Plans. A summary of the plan’s coverage, eligibility requirements, and instructions for enrollment of students and their eligible dependents as well as contact information for a UAMS representative that can assist you is detailed at this link http://studentlife.uams.edu/student-insurance-required/.
**Students in 100% online programs are charged the in-state tuition rate regardless of residency, and most University fees are charged at a 50% reduction.
Scholarships
Department of Laboratory Sciences
Bobby Morgan Medical Technology Endowed Scholarship
- Established in 1994, this scholarship honors Mrs. Bobby K. Morgan, former UAMS Blood Bank Technical Director and Associate Professor in the medical laboratory sciences program. Mrs. Morgan was a valued faculty member in the college for 30 years. The scholarship was established by Mrs. Morgan’s husband, Dr. Paul Morgan, and Mrs. Morgan’s colleagues. The scholarship is awarded annually to an upper level student for his or her outstanding academic record, professionalism, and community involvement.
Jerry Brummet Endowed Scholarship
- This scholarship was established in 2005 in honor of Mr. Jerry Brummet, former Chief Technologist and educator in the UAMS Blood Bank. Established by his wife, Mrs. Jan Brummet, and Mr. Brummet’s friends and colleagues, the scholarship honors his 40 years of service to UAMS, patients at the UAMS Medical Center, and students in the medical laboratory sciences program. The scholarship is awarded annually to an upper-level student who demonstrates academic excellence and financial need.
M. Gene Hall Endowed Scholarship
- This scholarship was established in 1989 in honor of Ms. M. Gene Hall, Emeritus Associate Professor in the Department of Laboratory Sciences. Ms. Hall was a beloved faculty member in the medical laboratory sciences program for 32 years. The scholarship was established by Ms. Hall’s family, friends, colleagues, and former students. The scholarship is awarded to three students each year on the basis of academic excellence, citizenship, and professionalism.
Kathleen M. Mugan Endowed Scholarship
- This scholarship was established in 2007 in honor of Mrs. Kathleen M. Mugan, former director of the medical laboratory sciences program, at her retirement. Mrs. Mugan was greatly respected and admired by her students and colleagues alike. The scholarship was established at her retirement by her students and colleagues, with generous support from Mrs. Mugan’s husband, Mr. Douglas Murray.
Paula Peacock Endowed Scholarship
- In 1998, this scholarship was established by Mrs. Paula Peacock’s family and friends to recognize her 40 years of service to the college, her students, the medical laboratory sciences profession, and the UAMS community. The former manager of the UAMS Clinical Laboratory, Mrs. Peacock was a role model and friend to many until she passed away in 2012. The scholarship is awarded annually to an upper-level student who displays academic excellence and laboratory skills.
