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Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science in Washington

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Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science Schools in Washington

In 2020-2021, 530 students earned their Clinical Laboratory Science degrees in WA.

In terms of popularity, Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science is the 17th most popular major in the state out of a total 27 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 12 Weeks 454
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 454
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 454
Bachelor’s Degree 34
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 23
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 23
Post-Master’s Certificate 10
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 10
Associate Degree 8
Master’s Degree 1

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: 13.0%
  • Black or African American: 8.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 18.5%
  • White: 41.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.3%
  • Other Races: 17.5%
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Jobs for Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science Grads in Washington

In this state, there are 14,050 people employed in jobs related to a clinical laboratory science degree, compared to 643,760 nationwide.

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Wages for Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science Jobs in Washington

In this state, clinical laboratory science grads earn an average of $40,470. Nationwide, they make an average of $37,990.

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There are 5 colleges in Washington that offer clinical laboratory science degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

29 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
48,149 Total Students

The average student takes 4.24 years to complete their degree at UW Seattle. This public school has an average net price of $12,017. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $55,968 after earning their degree at this institution.

#2

Heritage University

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11 Degrees in Major Awarded
29% Graduation Rate
999 Total Students

In their early career, Heritage University grads earn an average salary of $36,642. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 6 to 1. This private school has an average net price of $6,850.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,591 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $7,488. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $33,690 a year.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
7,050 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.19 years. Graduates earn an average $56,299 after graduation.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,382 Total Students

In their early career, Shoreline Community College grads earn an average salary of $40,394. 99% of the teachers are full time. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $7,886.

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
Health Specialties Professors 38% $140,010
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
Nursing 3,851
Mental & Social Health Services 748
Allied Health Services 734
Allied Health Professions 711
Public Health 621
Health/Medical Admin Services 497
Medicine 478
Dental Support Services 427

View all majors related to Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science

View Nationwide Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science Report

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