Scholarships and Financial Aid
BLD Program Scholarship applications for Fall 2026 will be accepted starting in January 2026. Award decisions are announced by August of each year and funds are dispersed prior to the start of the Fall semester. Submit the application to the BLD Program Office, North Kedzie Hall, 354 Farm Lane, Room N322, E. Lansing, MI 48824, Fax: 517-432-2006. You may also submit your application by email to Kate Fandrick (fandrick@msu.edu). If you have financial need outside of the normal application deadlines, talk with your BLD Advisor.
The following scholarships are designated by their donors for students pursuing degrees in the Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostics Program.
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Pamela Agren Memorial Scholarship | Undergraduates of junior standing or higher by the award year or graduate students | Applicants are selected on the basis of previous academic achievement, professional goals, and/or financial need. |
| Eleanor L. Barrett Scholarship in Medical Technology | Undergraduates, including entering freshmen | Applicants are judged on the basis of their academic records. Preference will be given to those applicants who demonstrate financial need. |
| Eleanor L. Barrett Medical Technology Discretionary Endowed Fund | Undergraduate and graduate students | Applicants are selected through the judgment of the selection committee. |
| Pamela Costabile Endowed Scholarship in Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostics | Undergraduates of junior standing or higher by the award year | Applicants are selected on the basis of previous academic achievement, professional goals, and/or financial need. |
| Lori Ann Neer-Swantko Endowed Scholarship | Undergraduates of junior standing or higher by the award year | Applicants selected shall be in good academic standing. |
| Florence Nothstine Endowed Scholarship for Medical Technology | Resident in Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, or Wisconsin; Undergraduates with four semesters or fewer remaining, or a graduate student; Applicant must be working at least part-time while attending school. | Applicants are selected based on good academic standing and financial need. |
Additional Scholarships available to BLD
Students
A.L. Rogers Endowed Research Scholarship
The Rogers endowment was initiated to honor Dr. Alvin Rogers, a significant contributor to the body of knowledge in medical mycology and an outstanding educator. This scholarship of $500 - $2,500 is awarded to a graduate student(s) doing research on the pathogenic fungi and fungal-like organisms. The award is NOT limited to students majoring in the BLD program. Applications are due April 30th of each year. Contact a BLD advisor for more information.
MSU Student Affairs and Services
MSU Student Affairs and Services has more than 20 scholarships available for undergraduate and graduate students. The deadline for most of these scholarships is March. For more information and to apply, visit the MSU Student Affairs and Services scholarship page.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is offering a scholarship to individuals pursuing their education (B.S. degree or higher) in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technologist or a related field such as chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, or immunology if they are completing a medical technology clinical practice program leading to ASCP certification. This scholarship pays 100% tuition moving forward plus a monthly living stipend (currently $1,153) while attending classes. Typically, our scholarship recipients fill positions nationally. However, qualified students applying through your program will be hired as a federal employee at the Detroit VAMC. If you have students interested – please have them reach out to myself of Asya Bierman at Asya.Bierman@va.gov
Laura Alberts-Boromisa and Jeffrey M. Boromisa Spartan
Cornerstone Scholarship Challenge
All students who are entering their freshman or sophomore year at MSU and who are eligible to participate in federal need-based financial aid programs will be considered for Scholarships. Initial Scholarship awards may be made only to such students.
Preference shall be given to high school students from the Hackett Catholic Central High School then to students from Kalamazoo County then to students from the southwest region of Michigan who are interested in majoring in Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostic Program (Medical Technology).
Scholarships will be renewable until the recipient’s graduation, no matter what major or college the recipient chooses, provided that the recipient continues in good standing. The recipient must also remain eligible to participate in federal need-based financial aid programs. Minimum $1000, renewable until graduation. Click this link to learn more about the scholarship.
Scholarships from Professional Soceties
COLA's GiveBack365 program
COLA's GiveBack365 program offers a limited number of $1500 academic scholarships to aid students currently pursuing a degree in the field of Medical Laboratory Science or Technology within an accredited educational program. This scholarships are meant to increase the awareness of careers in laboratory medicine and to support those individuals who will become the future of the industry.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be actively enrolled and in good standing within a Medical Laboratory Science, Cytology, or Histotechnology program at an accredited institution within the US or US territories.
- Have successfully completed at least one semester in their program.
- Intend to seek a master, baccalaureate or associates degree ( certificate related to clinical laboratory science will be considered).
- Candidates will be evaluated on the letter of recommendation in addition to their essay.
Application deadline: November 1st, 2025
Click this link to learn more about the scholarship.
ASCLS Education and Research fund and Alpha Mu Tau
Fraternity
Applications for Scholarships provided by ASCLS Education and Research Fund and Alpha Mu Tau Fraternity are now available. There are separate applications for scholarships for students in MLT and MLS programs. There is one application for students in graduate programs, however, applicants must indicate which type of program they are enrolled (Masters, PhD, or DCLS).
Application deadline: March 1st, 2026
Click this link to apply to the Alpha Mu Tau Fraternity Scholarship.
American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science - Michigan
(ASCLS-MI)
The Michigan state chapter of the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS) offers scholarships to its members. Click this link for more information about ASCLS scholarships.
American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Scholarships are awarded by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics through ASCP. ASCP student membership is required to apply. Membership is free and provides a limited array of membership benefits. Click this link for more information about the various ASCP scholarships available.
South Central Association for Clinical Microbiologists
(SCACM)
Each spring SCACM offers a scholarship for students aiming toward careers in medical laboratories. Check back at the website periodically for the annual announcement. Click this link for more information about SCACM scholarships.
Michigan Environmental Laboratory Association (MELA)
Some students in the BLD majors may have extracurricular experiences related to environmental laboratories that will allow them to apply for the Bryce McHale MELA Scholarship. Click this link for more information about MELA scholarships.
Scholarships from Industrial Partners
American Proficiency Institute (API)
API was founded in Traverse City, MI by MSU BLD alum, Dan Edson, MS, MT(ASCP). API offers scholarships each year during the fall. Click this link for more information about API scholarships.
National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences
NAACLS offers scholarships
Click this link for more information about NAACLS scholarships.
Tylenol Scholarship
The Tylenol scholarship is available to students in any field of healthcare. More information is available at Click this link for more information about Tylenol scholarship.
F.A. Davis Scholarship
F.A. Davis's Fall 2025 Scholarship applications are due November 16th, 2025
These scholarships reflect our continual commitment to the education of health care professionals and their commitment to quality health care for all of us. It recognizes the very special nature of those who have chosen to embark on this challenging yet rewarding career path.
- Award Amount: Three awards of $1,000
- Application Deadline: November 16th, 2025
- Winners Announced: December 2025
Click this link to apply to the F.A. Davis Scholarship.
MSU Financial Aid Office
Click this link for more information about General Scholarships (open to all students)
Click this link for Undergraduate Information
Click this link for Graduate Information
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