Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences in Clinical Embryology and Assisted Reproductive Technology

Catalog Year 2025-2026

Based on VCCS Curriculum for HEALTH SCIENCES

Transfer Guidance

Guaranteed Admission Agreement Requirements

• Earn a transfer associate degree or Uniform Certificate of General Studies.

• Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 for your associate degree.

• Earn minimum grades of 'C' in all transferable courses in order for the credits to transfer.

• Application fee and Letter of Recommendation waived.

• Earn grades of 'C' or higher in all community college courses.

• Please create an account through the www.TransferVirginia.org portal to indicate your intent to use this guarantee for admission to GW CEART Program.

Important Links & Dates

• Biomedical Laboratory Sciences department: https://bls.smhs.gwu.edu/

• Clinical Embryology & Assisted Reproductive Technology program: https://healthsciencesprograms.gwu.edu/programs/bshs-clinical-embryology...

• Admission Application: View deadlines at https://bls.smhs.gwu.edu/programs/bshs-clinical-embryology-and-assisted-... and apply at https://gw.my.site.com/gwapp/TX_SiteLogin?startURL=%2Fgwapp%2FTargetX_Ba...

• Applications are accepted three times a year in Spring, Summer, and Fall. Please refer to our website for specific application deadlines.

• Request information from GW BLS admission: https://healthsciencesprograms.gwu.edu/programs/bshs-clinical-embryology...

• View the AP credit transfer table: https://bulletin.gwu.edu/undergraduate-admissions/#advancedplacementequi...

• Financial Aid: https://financialaid.gwu.edu/

• FAFSA - Free Application for Federal Student Aid: studentaid.gov

What Should I Consider When Selecting Courses?

• Students will work with a dedicated GW advisor regarding course selections

• Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year. For help, see Transfer Steps and Resource Center at www.TransferVirginia.org

• Connect with an advisor at your community college and GW within your first year. College Connect available in your account at www.TransferVirginia.org

Is This Degree Right For Me?

• The only Assisted Reproductive Technology program at the baccalaureate level in the country

• A growing field that will continue to expand

• High Employment rates

• Provides the theory to pursue various certifications

What Is The Impact On My Degree Of Work I Have Already Completed?

• Students are eligible to transfer in up to 60 credits of transferable coursework from their Associate degree

• Transfer credit may include dual enrollment coursework. It may also be considered from Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate Credit (IB) credit as well as the College Level Examination Program (CLEP exams)

• Please refer to GW Undergraduate Admissions for information on maximum credits, minimum scores, and GW course equivalents for AP and IB credits

Is This College Right For Me?

• Easily transfer current college credits, including DE, AP and IB credits

• Personalized and high-touch advising

• Pre-Health Science Professions Advising available

• Discounted tuition rates for the health sciences programs

• Scholarship applications available

• Fully accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). Listed as #62 Best National University, #15 Best Online Bachelor’s Programs, #8 for Best Online Programs for Veterans by U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Rankings

Did You Know That…

• This program offers two concentration options: Molecular Biology and Microbiology. Both concentrations require an in-person clinical rotation which can be completed in your local area

• Excellent foundation for those wishing to progress to advanced degrees or health professions, such as medicine

• Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor’s degree

• Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at George Washington University

What Can I Do With This Degree?

• Become certified in Embryology and Andrology

• Gain employment in a fertility laboratory, research laboratory, etc.

• Pursue advanced degree options, such as medical school, graduate school, etc.

Program Successes & Highlights

• The only Assisted Reproductive Technology program at the baccalaureate level in the country

• High employment rates

• Able to pursue two concentration areas (Microbiology and Molecular Biology) that allow students to obtain additional certifications and employment

What Are My Chances For Getting Accepted?

• Students that meet the admission requirements have a high chance of being accepted

Do More With Your Degree!

• This degree leads to a healthcare profession but can also be used as a stepping stone to advanced degrees in healthcare and medicine

Other Than Classes, Are There Other Program Requirements?

• This program includes in person laboratory courses at our Virginia Science & Technology Campus that can be completed in one semester

• Students that wish to select a concentration must secure a clinical site in their local area during the admissions process