Program Overview

Bachelor’s in Medical Technology, BS

Join the Health Care Team as a Medical Technologist

Medical technologists perform tests on blood, tissues and body fluids to uncover life-saving medical information about patients. At Roosevelt, you’ll learn how to interpret test results and run medical equipment.

This program is available to all students on our Chicago campus, and will be offered at our Schaumburg campus for new incoming Transfer students beginning in Fall 2025.

Why Roosevelt for Your Bachelor’s

Hands-on hospital experience

Complete your first three years of course work at Roosevelt University and finish your final year at NorthShore University Health System Evanston.

100% board pass rate

In the last decade, every medical technology graduate has passed their American Society for Clinical Pathology exams.

100% job placement rate

In the last decade, every medical technology graduate has found a job six months after graduation.

Admission Info

Location

• Chicago
• Schaumburg (transfer only)

Start Term

• Fall
• Spring
• Summer

Admission Requirements

• Online application
• SAT/ACT scores optional
• Self-reported information from high school
• Official transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities in the United States
• Foreign Credential Evaluation for course work completed outside the U.S.
• English Language Proficiency requirement for all students who completed a degree program outside the United States

Our affiliate, NorthShore University Health System Evanston, makes admission decisions for clinical training. To apply, you should have a 2.8 GPA overall and in prerequisite courses.

Sample Allied Health Courses

In your Roosevelt classes, you’ll learn how to perform specialized tests and analyze the results. Take courses in chemistry and biology and get clinical experience in subjects like:

• Clinical Hematology
• Molecular Diagnostics
• Phlebotomy
• Clinical Microscopy and Urinalysis
• Clinical Immunology and Serology

Career Opportunities

With a medical technology degree, you’ll have access to career opportunities in genetic testing and biomarkers. You’ll work with pathologists, physicians and scientists in the lab.

“Our students in medical technology have an opportunity to work in state-of-the-art laboratory facilities while training in the field. In addition, students have been able to pursue many different types of positions in the field and exciting career opportunities.” - Kelly Wentz-Hunter, Co-Dean College of Science, Health & Pharmacy, Roosevelt University