Histotechnologists perform a variety of diagnostic and research procedures in the anatomic sciences. Basic histologic techniques involve the processing and staining of tissue specimens that have been removed from humans or animals by biopsy or autopsy. Advanced techniques involve the use of the electron microscope, immunofluorescence microscopy, and molecular pathology.
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Students may be accepted into the histotechnology specialization after completing the required science, mathematics and clinical laboratory science courses. University general education requirements must also be met. After completion of the requirements for graduation, the student can apply to either William Beaumont Hospital or the DMC for clinical training.
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Individuals interested in being a histotechnologist need to have patience, precision, and fine manual dexterity. Patient contact is limited and most are employed in the anatomic pathology department of hospitals.
This is a designated STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) program.
September 2025
College of Health and Human Services
Everett L. Marshall Building,
YPSILANTI,
Michigan,
48197, United States
EMU admits students on a sliding scale based primarily on a combination of high school grade point average. If you have a high GPA, you may be admitted even if your test score is below our average. If you have a high test score, you may be admitted with a lower-than-average GPA.
The average student coming to EMU directly from high school has a GPA of 3.28
Full admission minimum test scores can be found below:
TOEFL: 61 iBT
IELTS: 6.0
Pearson English Language Test (PTE): 44
Application Deadline:
Fall: July 1; Winter: November 1
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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