Program Overview

Clinical Laboratory Science

The Clinical Laboratory Science program at Augusta University's College of Allied Health Sciences is designed to produce exhaustively trained clinical laboratory scientists. As a clinical laboratory scientist, you will work with sophisticated laboratory equipment to assist the healthcare team in maintaining patient health and diagnosing and treating diseases.

What You'll Study

• Coursework: Students will complete 74 graduate semester credit hours over five semesters, culminating in a research or capstone project.
• Clinical and Laboratory Experiences: Students will spend time in accredited laboratories throughout Georgia and the nation, gaining hands-on experience in clinical and laboratory settings.
• Research Opportunities: Students will have the opportunity to work on research projects required for the fulfillment of the degree, with faculty mentors to assist them.

Admissions Criteria

• GPA: Overall GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale at the Baccalaureate level calculated on all undergraduate work.
• Degree Requirement: Minimum of a Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university.
• Transcripts: Official transcripts are required from all universities and colleges ever attended.
• Standardized Test Requirements: GRE score of 300 total (combined Verbal and Quantitative Scores).
• Letters of Recommendation: Recommendations from three individuals must be submitted through the application portal.

Tuition and Fees

• Estimated total: $4,801 per semester (in-state, full-time)
• Tuition Per Hour: $401
• Mandatory Fees: $675

Career Options

• Clinical Laboratory Scientists work in a variety of locations, including general hospital laboratories, physicians' offices, private labs, the armed forces, medical research programs, pharmaceutical labs, food industry, chemical industry, state public health department laboratories, Centers for Disease Control (CDC), and forensic crime labs.
• According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, growth in this field is expected to grow much faster than average with a projected growth rate of 5% over the next decade.
• About 24,200 clinical lab technologist and technician openings are projected annually.

Salary Ranges

• Clinical Laboratory Manager: $80,000 - $105,000
• Research Scientist: $65,000 - $90,000
• Medical Services Manager: $90,000 - $120,000

Why Choose Augusta University?

• An established program with celebrated faculty means you're prepared for the challenges of whatever work environment you choose.
• As one of Georgia's four research universities, Augusta University provides unparalleled opportunities for research and scholarship, with state-of-the-art labs and equipment.
• With nearly 30 different clinical affiliates, you'll be exposed to real-world environments that can vault you to the top of the job market.