Purdue University Northwest

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BSc Biological Sciences (Medical Laboratory Science Concentration)

DegreeBachelor
FieldBiomedical Science
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Cost & earnings at Purdue University Northwest What students borrow here, and what they go on to earn

You borrow $21,229 median federal debt
You repay $241/mo over 10 years
Graduates earn $48,318 10 yrs after entry
Debt clears in 2.4 yrs of the salary premium
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This undergraduate concentration trains students in medical/clinical laboratory science—performing and interpreting the diagnostic tests used to assess health and guide treatment. It suits students aiming for careers as certified medical laboratory scientists or laboratory professionals across healthcare, public health, research and industry.

Programme overview

The concentration focuses on medical technology (medical laboratory science), the set of clinical laboratory tests used to evaluate patient health and to diagnose and monitor disease. The curriculum prepares students for roles that support clinical decision-making through laboratory data.

What you'll study

Study centres on the knowledge and practical skills needed to perform clinical laboratory testing and interpret results for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.

Entry requirements

The source text does not list specific admission criteria. Prospective students should consult the university for standard undergraduate entry requirements and any program-specific prerequisites.

Career prospects

Graduates commonly pursue work as certified medical laboratory scientists and laboratory professionals. Employment settings include:

  • Healthcare clinical laboratories
  • Research laboratories
  • Public health laboratories
  • Forensic laboratories
  • Teaching roles
  • The pharmaceutical industry

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

While no program-specific funding details are provided in the source, students should explore institutional scholarships, departmental awards, external grants for health-science trainees, and employer-sponsored programs tied to clinical laboratory training.

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