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Clinical Laboratory Science in Mississippi

Clinical Laboratory Science Schools in Mississippi

142 Clinical Laboratory Science students earned their degrees in the state in 2021-2022.

In terms of popularity, Clinical Laboratory Science is the 20th most popular major in the state out of a total 39 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Clinical Laboratory Science Majors in Mississippi

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Associate Degree 49
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 41
Bachelor’s Degree 36
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 8
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 8

Gender Distribution

In Mississippi, 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 Mississippi is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.4%
  • Black or African American: 47.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.5%
  • White: 44.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.8%
  • Other Races: 0.0%
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Jobs for Clinical Laboratory Science Grads in Mississippi

5,590 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 Mississippi

In this state, clinical laboratory science grads earn an average of $32,550. Nationwide, they make an average of $37,990.

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There are 11 colleges in Mississippi that offer clinical laboratory science degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:

19 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
21,203 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 86% of students receive it. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $42,109 a year.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
14,146 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $35,766 after earning their degree at this institution. The student loan default rate of 2.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the students who attend this school, 93% get financial aid.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,178 Total Students

84% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. This public school has an average net price of $1,973. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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Mississippi State University

Mississippi State
12 Degrees in Major Awarded
61% Graduation Rate
23,086 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $39,950 after earning their degree at this institution. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.00%. Most students complete their degree in 4.50 years.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,986 Total Students

A typical student attending Pearl River Community College will pay a net price of $5,070. 100% of the teachers are full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 5.00%.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
8,208 Total Students

The 5.20% student loan default rate is lower than average. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 21 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 75% are considered full time.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,802 Total Students

A typical student attending Hinds Community College will pay a net price of $2,622. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 40% are considered full time. The student loan default rate of 5.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
345 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 93% get financial aid. The student loan default rate is 4.10% which is lower than average. This private institution charges an average net price of $23,159.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,837 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 5.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 100% of the teachers are full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 91% of students receive it.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,718 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $26,114 a year. The student loan default rate is 3.50% which is lower than average. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 91% of students receive it.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,637 Total Students

94% of students get financical aid. The student loan default rate of 2.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This private school has an average net price of $25,303.

Clinical Laboratory Science Careers in MS

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

Job Title MS Job Growth MS Median Salary
Phlebotomists 10% $29,350
Health Technologists and Technicians 8% $31,670
Medical Equipment Preparers 7% $29,080
Surgical Technologists 5% $39,010
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists 5% $0
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians 5% $0
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians 4% $31,990

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

Major Annual Graduates in MS
Nursing & Nursing Assistants 1,030
Health/Medical Admin Services 771
Allied Health Services 664
Allied Health Professions 564
Dental Support Services 358
Health Sciences & Services 325
Mental & Social Health Services 78
Bodywork & Therapeutic Services 71

View all majors related to Clinical Laboratory Science

View Nationwide Clinical Laboratory Science Report

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