r/medlabprofessionals • u/tropic_salvo • 2d ago

Education Prereqs for 4+1 Programs

Hello everybody! I am a Plant Science major in a state that doesn't require a license. I am thinking of applying to post bacc mls programs next year.

I am still taking many of the prereqs right now. I plan to take summer classes as well so that I can complete my bachelors in Spring 2028. However, due to the courses required for my major and the limited offerings of certain classes, I may not be able to take all of the prereqs needed at my uni, especially not by the application period.

Is it bad if multiple prereqs (biochem, general microbio, immunology) are still in progress when I apply? Do I need to have all of the prereqs completed before applying, or do I just need to finish them before the mls program starts?

Also are there any other tips you would like to give me at this point? Thank you!

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u/HazelBasilLeaf 2d ago

It depends on the requirements for the individual program you are applying to, there’s a lot of variance. Some programs require them to be completed prior, some allow them to be in progress. I would select the programs you want to apply to and tailor your prereqs to them.