Application Procedures

Essential Functions of Medical Technologists

Each year, the Department of Medical Technology selects a limited number of students from the applications received for admission to the program. The deadline for submitting completed applications is  May 15 for Fall 2009. A minimum grade point average of 2.50 is required in the science/math courses.  A minimum grade point average of 2.50 is also required in the general education courses to be considered for admission to the program. In the event the class is not filled by those applicants, the application deadline may be extended to as late as August 1. Complete applications include:

1. Application for Admission: The College of Health Related Professions Application for Admission is required. Please contact the department office or the CHRP Office of Student Affairs for information.*
    

2. Application Fee:  A $20.00 non-refundable fee is required and must accompany the application.  (If applying to multiple programs, a $20.00 fee is required for the first program and $10.00 for each additional program.)
    

3. Official Transcripts: Arrange for each college or university you have attended to forward an official transcript of your course work.
    

4. Interview: Qualified applicants are contacted to arrange an interview after receipt of application and all official transcripts.

EARLY ACCEPTANCE

Early consideration will be given to those who have submitted complete applications (see required items below) by the early consideration deadline.  For applicants to the fall semester, the early consideration deadline is March 1; applications must be received by May 15 to be assured of consideration for admission.  In the event the class is not filled from those applicants, the application deadline may be extended to as late as August 1.

Transcripts “issued to the student” will not substitute for official transcripts forwarded directly to the College of Health Related Professions by the institution issuing the transcripts.

*Admission Requirements for Foreign, Non-permanent Resident Alien, and Non-native English Speakers:  All applicants who are not United States citizens or permanent resident aliens or for whom English is not their native language must meet additional admission requirements.  Please consult the Admission/Academic Information section of the CHRP Catalog found at http://www.uams.edu/chrp/catalog/ .

Arkansas residency will be considered during selection for admission.

Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, creed, age, marital status, national origin, or sex. Otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities receive equal consideration.

All documents should be submitted to: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, College of Health Related Professions, Office of Student Affairs, UAMS, # 619, 4301 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205. Telephone: (501) 686-5730.

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