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Clinical Laboratory Science in Iowa

Clinical Laboratory Science Schools in Iowa

In 2021-2022, 134 students earned their Clinical Laboratory Science degrees in IA.

In terms of popularity, Clinical Laboratory Science is the 14th most popular major in the state out of a total 36 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Clinical Laboratory Science Majors in Iowa

Clinical Laboratory Science majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 49
Associate Degree 48
Bachelor’s Degree 20
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 17
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 17

Gender Distribution

In Iowa, a clinical laboratory science major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of clinical laboratory science majors in Iowa is as follows:

  • Asian: 10.4%
  • Black or African American: 3.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 8.2%
  • White: 67.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.7%
  • Other Races: 9.7%
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Jobs for Clinical Laboratory Science Grads in Iowa

6,570 people in the state and 643,760 in the nation are employed in jobs related to clinical laboratory science.

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Wages for Clinical Laboratory Science Jobs in Iowa

In this state, clinical laboratory science grads earn an average of $35,150. Nationwide, they make an average of $37,990.

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There are 14 colleges in Iowa that offer clinical laboratory science degrees. Learn about the most popular 14 below:

43 Degrees in Major Awarded
20,536 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 69% get financial aid. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $10,465. In their early career, DMACC grads earn an average salary of $34,819.

#2

Allen College

Waterloo
17 Degrees in Major Awarded
552 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $60,277 after earning their degree at this institution. 47% of the teachers are full time. 9 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#3

St Luke's College

Sioux City
15 Degrees in Major Awarded
202 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $21,599. The student loan default rate of 1.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 5 to 1.

13 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,085 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 2.20% which is lower than average. A typical student attending Hawkeye Community College will pay a net price of $11,000. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $36,020 after earning their degree at this institution.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
951 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $21,699. 9 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The student loan default rate is 0.90% which is lower than average.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
12,604 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $34,078 a year. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $9,422.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,385 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 37% are considered full time. In their early career, IHCC grads earn an average salary of $34,973.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,009 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. The student loan default rate is 7.40% which is lower than average. 95% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#9

University of Iowa

Iowa City
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
29,909 Total Students

87% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $19,443. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.20%.

#10

Morningside College

Sioux City
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
2,319 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1. The average student takes 4.10 years to complete their degree at Morningside.

#10

Mount Mercy University

Cedar Rapids
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
1,580 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.22 years to graduate. The student loan default rate of 1.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. In their early career, Mount Mercy grads earn an average salary of $48,677.

#10

Northwestern College

Orange City
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
1,513 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1. This private school has an average net price of $23,185. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,201 after earning their degree at this institution.

#10

Dordt University

Sioux Center
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
1,784 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $45,044 after graduation. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.30%. 61% of the teachers are full time.

#10

Wartburg College

Waverly
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
1,541 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 100%. It takes the average student 4.07 years to graduate. The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1.

Clinical Laboratory Science Careers in IA

Some of the careers clinical laboratory science majors go into include:

Job Title IA Job Growth IA Median Salary
Phlebotomists 28% $29,880
Health Technologists and Technicians 14% $40,190
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists 10% $0
Surgical Technologists 10% $40,200
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians 10% $0
Medical Equipment Preparers 8% $34,290
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians 3% $31,900

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to clinical laboratory science.

Major Annual Graduates in IA
Nursing & Nursing Assistants 1,762
Allied Health Professions 840
Allied Health Services 477
Health/Medical Admin Services 358
Dental Support Services 296
Bodywork & Therapeutic Services 102
Health Sciences & Services 54
Mental & Social Health Services 1

View all majors related to Clinical Laboratory Science

View Nationwide Clinical Laboratory Science Report

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