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Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science in Washington

Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science Schools in Washington

In 2021-2022, 568 students earned their Clinical Laboratory Science degrees in WA.

In terms of popularity, Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science is the 10th most popular major in the state out of a total 52 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science Majors in Washington

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 490
Bachelor’s Degree 30
Associate Degree 18
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 14
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 14

Gender Distribution

In Washington, 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 Washington is as follows:

  • Asian: 16.2%
  • Black or African American: 6.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 23.8%
  • White: 37.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.1%
  • Other Races: 14.6%
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Jobs for Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science Grads in Washington

14,050 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/Medical Laboratory Science Jobs in Washington

Clinical Laboratory Science grads earn an average of $40,470 in the state and $37,990 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Washington that offer clinical laboratory science degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

116 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,106 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $44,012 a year. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $8,457.

82 Degrees in Major Awarded
576 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $34,052 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 51% are considered full time. This private school has an average net price of $30,558.

68 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,846 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 99% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 71% get financial aid. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#4

Clark College

Vancouver
34 Degrees in Major Awarded
6,921 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 49% of students receive it. Graduates earn an average $34,330 after graduation. The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1.

33 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,097 Total Students

100% of the teachers are full time. 76% of students get financical aid. This public school has an average net price of $5,150.

32 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,606 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1. A typical student attending Edmonds Community College will pay a net price of $7,417. 96% of the teachers are full time.

30 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,643 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 3.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 77% of students get financical aid. 100% of the teachers are full time.

28 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
52,434 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 21 to 1. The student loan default rate is 0.70% which is lower than average. This public school has an average net price of $10,933.

24 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,084 Total Students

The 4.40% student loan default rate is lower than average. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $6,548.

17 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,843 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $39,935 after graduation. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $7,205. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 51% of students receive it.

Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science Careers in WA

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

Job Title WA Job Growth WA Median Salary
Phlebotomists 25% $38,010
Surgical Technologists 20% $57,240
Health Technologists and Technicians 20% $56,290
Medical Equipment Preparers 18% $39,990
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists 18% $0
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians 18% $0
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians 16% $39,020

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

Major Annual Graduates in WA
Allied Health Services 2,701
Health/Medical Admin Services 955
Dental Support Services 803
Allied Health Professions 678
Nursing & Nursing Assistants 649
Mental & Social Health Services 445
Health Sciences & Services 408
Bodywork & Therapeutic Services 70

View all majors related to Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science

View Nationwide Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science Report

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