Application Deadline
(On-Campus Class)

April 1st

( or until class is full)

Revised June 2007

Application Deadline

Applicants must submit applications to the University and to the Medical Technology Program. The deadline for submitting all application materials is April 1 of each year for the Medical Technology professional phase that begins in August. Applications may be submitted anytime before April 1 to be considered by the Department. Applications submitted after April 1 will be considered on a first come - first serve and space available basis. Complete and accurate information will help expedite the processing of your application.

Admission Policies and Procedures

The Program does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, handicap, age, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).

I. Apply to Armstrong Atlantic State University:

• Currently enrolled Armstrong Atlantic State University students must also meet the requirements for admission to the medical technology program and apply separately to the department.
• Transfer students must be accepted to the university with regular admission status.
• Certified associate degree medical laboratory technicians may receive transfer for junior level medical technology courses upon presentation of acceptable certification scores and/or transfer credit, and satisfactory completion of written and/or practical examinations in the professional content areas.
• If not currently enrolled at Armstrong Atlantic State University, students must be accepted into the university with regular admission status.

II. Apply to the Department of Medical Technology
In addition, students should complete an application to the medical technology department, and have official transcripts, any certification scores, and two letters of reference sent to the Department Head.

The admission process has two phases. In the first, the applicants are evaluated by the Department Head on the basis of the minimum admission requirements listed below. Qualified applicants are invited to participate in an interview. During the interview process applicant's skills in verbal and written communication, and problem solving are assessed. The Admissions Committee, using a pre-determined scoring process, ranks the applicants for offering a seat in the class. All applicants will be notified by letter of their applicant status.

Admission Requirements

1. SAT of at least 890 with 430 or more in Math and 460 or more in Verbal.
2. Cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.4 or more.
3. Satisfactory completion of the Regent's Testing Program, if applicable.
4. Completion and/or credit for: a minimum of 16 semester hours biological science to include anatomy and physiology and general microbiology; a minimum of 12 semester hours chemistry to include general and organic and/or biochemistry; and a minimum of two college mathematics courses to include statistics.
5. Science courses (chemistry and biology) average of 2.5 or better with no more than one required science course with a grade of "D."
   
   All prerequisite science (chemistry and biological science) courses are restricted to courses applicable to a major in those fields or Medical Technology, according to the curriculum requirements of the academic institution where the course or courses were taken. Remedial courses do not qualify.
   
   Applicants who do not meet all of the requirements stated above, may, under certain circumstances be granted conditional admission as space permits. This decision would be made by the Department Head in consultation with the Admissions Committee.
   

Technical Standards for Completion of Program

In addition to the academic requirements for admission to the Medical Technology Department, there are technical standards required for completion of the program. Applicants are required to read the "Technical Standards for Completion of Program" and sign a confirmation form. The standards are basic and essential requirements that may also be necessary to be able to obtain employment in the field of medical technology. All students considering application to the program are encouraged to visit a clinical laboratory to observe the various tasks performed by medical technologists and the various physical requirements of the position.

Additional Requirements

Health Insurance: All students accepted into the program are required to submit complete health history forms, evidence of health insurance, and evidence of liability insurance prior to participation in clinical experiences. Students must maintain health insurance while enrolled in the program.

The University System of Georgia requires that students have in-force health insurance. The University System of Georgia uses Pearce and Pearce, Inc. for its student health policy. Students with existing coverage must obtain an insurance waiver from Pearce and Pearce by going to their website www.studentinsurance.com and giving your current insurance information. Pearce and Pearce will email back that they have received your information. You will receive another email saying whether your insurance is approved or declined. If it is declined there will be a reason given. If you disagree with the decision, call the Customer Service Line to speak with a representative. (1-888-622-6001). If your insurance was declined because of an error on your part, (such as wrong policy number, etc), just email Pearce and Pearce with the correct information to resolve the problem.

Criminal Background Checks: Clinical agencies utilized by the Department may require criminal background checks and/or drug testing prior to acceptance of the student into clinical facilities. Students who do not pass the criminal background check and/or drug test may be unable to attend clinical courses and therefore may be unable to complete their program of study. Any fees or cost associated with background checks and/or drug testing are the responsibility of the student.

International Applicants must meet the requirements for admission to Armstrong Atlantic State University as outlined in the AASU College Catalog and the NAACLS Requirements, if applicable. International applicants to Medical Technology at Armstrong are advised to communicate with the Department Head before arranging for foreign transcript evaluation. For an approved listing contact the MT office.

A student whose native language is not English must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and score a minimum of 523 on the written test (or a minimum of 193 on the computer-based TOEFL) for consideration for admission to the Department.

Travel and Practicum Rotations: Clinical practicum's are provided in the laboratories of St. Joseph's/Candler Health System, and Memorial Health University Medical Center all located in savannah; Southeast Georgia Regional Medical Center in Statesboro; Medical University of South Carolina; and others as necessary. Other sites may be established after consultation with and approval by the MT Department Head contingent upon pertinent policies and procedures. Due to the limited number of clinical sites in Savannah, it will be necessary to assign students to clinical sites outside of Savannah. Every effort is made to place students in sites convenient to their home. However, placement may be made which requires travel to sites outside of Savannah. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from the clinical sites.

Practicum Rotation Assignments. Full-time enrolled students have top priority assignment to the practicums at the clinical sites. Full-time students who become enrolled in the program on a part-time basis will be assigned to rotations in the current and following year(s) after the full-time students are assigned if additional space is available. Thus, assignment to rotations cannot be guaranteed in a timely manner if one is enrolled on a part-time basis and such action may delay completion of the program and graduation.

Post Acceptance Requirements

After acceptance, but prior to initial enrollment in the department, students will be required to:
1. submit a medical report which includes a physical examination and verification of immunization.
2. sign a declaration form relating to Hepatitis B.
3. complete accident/health insurance coverage/waiver.
4. submit payment for malpractice liability insurance.The amount will be noted in the letter of acceptance.

Students accepted in to the department will be required to submit a $50.00 non-refundable reservation fee to accept the offer of admission and a check for malpractice liability insurance.

Students will be provided a copy of the MT Department Student Handbook during the required Orientation session held prior to the first day of class. Applicants desiring to view this information may locate it on the Department’s Web Page.

Before entry to the clinical practicum courses, students will be required to sign an Authorization for Release of Records and Information form and a Student Applied Learning Experience Agreement (available from the Department). Students should be aware that some clinical affiliates may require a drug screen and an additional medical/physical as part of the practicum and satisfactory completion of a Safety Education assessment.

Students in the department are required to establish and be proficient with email utilization. This may be done by establishing an email account at AASU and using computers available on campus or by using their respective home computer connection to the Internet.

Estimated Expenses (Four Semesters)

Estimated Total based on Fall 2006 Fees and are subject to change
* For Georgia and South Carolina Residents only

Financial Aid

In addition to the sources of financial assistance available to all college students, there may be funds specifically designed for students in Medical Technology. The Guaranteed Student Loan Program (Georgia Student Finance Authority) provides a Service Cancelable loan.

For information on scholarships for students in medical technology contact Financial Aid Office.

Final Word

To expedite the processing of your application, follow the above instructions carefully. Because of the large number of applications received each year, it is your responsibility to ensure your application is complete. Incomplete applications will not be processed.