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Clinical Laboratory Science

Prepare for a career as a medical laboratory scientist. You will complete three years of coursework at EIU, then finish your degree with clinical training in an affiliated hospital laboratory.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Science
Delivery
In Person
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
120 Total, 82 in Major
Careers
Medical, Technicians, Technologists
Clinical Laboratory Science students at EIU

Why Study Clinical Laboratory Science at EIU?

  • Learn through hands-on, project-based coursework
  • Work closely with faculty in small class settings
  • Prepare for a wide range of careers across almost every industry
"I chose EIU because I knew people that had previously attended EIU and loved the time they spent here. EIU was a great option for me because I was able to stay in IL but still got to experience leaving home."
Emma Bauman
Clinical Laboratory Science | Class of 2026

Hands-On Experience

  • Project-based coursework
  • Collaborative learning experiences
  • Opportunities for internships and applied work
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Hands-On Experience, Clinical Laboratory Science students at EIU

What You'll Learn

The B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science prepares you to become a medical laboratory scientist who runs the tests that help physicians diagnose and treat disease. It is a fit if you are detail-oriented, enjoy biology and chemistry, and like working behind the scenes in health care. The program has two parts.

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$77,723
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Medical & Clinical Laboratory…
  • Histology Technicians
  • Medical & Clinical Laboratory…
  • Cytogenetic Technologists
  • Cytotechnologists
  • Histotechnologists

Career Insights

Job Outlook Average Outlook
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)
Personality Fit Investigative

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Mary Sam Laingen
University Pre-Health Professions Advisor
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2070 Life Sciences
217-581-6235
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Elliott Zieman
Chair and Associate Professor
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2070
217-581-1976
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Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
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