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Arkansas Tech University

Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist

Field of study · Russellville, Arkansas, United States

  • Level

    Bachelor

  • Duration

    4 years

  • Campus

    Russellville

  • Intl. Tuition

    US$18,438 (2026-27)

  • Home Tuition

    US$10,489 (2026-27)

  • Intake

    Fall 2027

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Course Overview

Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist at Arkansas Tech University in Russellville, Arkansas, United States is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.

  • Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
  • Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
  • Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
  • Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
  • Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.

Career snapshot (indicative)

Health sciences graduates pursue clinical, research, policy and industry roles across the healthcare ecosystem, including NHS trusts, pharmaceutical firms, public health agencies and health technology companies.

Student life (indicative)

Russellville is a classic American college town — life revolves around the university, with a tight-knit student community, plenty of campus events, good local bars, and easy access to nature. Friendly, affordable and social.

The University at a Glance

Undergraduate Population

5,388

Staff Ratio

17.0:1

International

2.0%

Career Prospects

Completion Rate

49%

finish their degree (not an employment rate)

Avg Starting Salary

£22,300

First-year earnings

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition

US$18,438

per year, 2026-27 Official fee page

Home Tuition

US$10,489

per year, 2026-27 Official fee page

University Life

Rural

City & Location

Rural (<50k inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

Year 1

  • Foundations of Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
  • Academic and Research Skills
  • Quantitative Methods
  • Introduction to Theory and Practice
  • Optional language or breadth module.

Year 2

  • Intermediate Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist topics
  • Applied Methods and Tools
  • Group Project
  • Two optional pathway modules
  • Career and Industry Insights.

Year 3

  • Advanced Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
  • Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
  • Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
  • Employability and Professional Development.

Entry Requirements

No specific entry requirements listed.

Assessment Methods

Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.

Campus & City Life

Student Population

5,388

Degree-seeking undergraduates (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release). Graduate students are not included.

Staff Ratio

17:1

Students per staff

International Students

2%

Of student body

Campus at a Glance

Campus Type

Rural

City Size

Rural (<50k inhabitants)

Climate (indicative)

Four seasons

Safety Index (indicative)

7.0/10

Transport

Moderate (coach or indirect connections)

Social Scene

Friendly community

Student Life & City (indicative)

Russellville is a classic American college town — life revolves around the university, with a tight-knit student community, plenty of campus events, good local bars, and easy access to nature. Friendly, affordable and social.

  • Russellville is a classic American college town — life revolves around the university, with a tight-knit student community, plenty of campus events, good local bars, and easy access to nature.
  • Friendly, affordable and social.

What Students Love

  • Thriving student social scene
  • Parks & green spaces
  • Outdoor & nature activities
  • Major sports culture

University Stats

Undergraduate Students5,388
Student-to-Staff Ratio17:1
International Students2%
Safety Index (indicative)7.0/10

Career & Outcomes

Completion Rate

49%

Completion rate (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release): share of students who finish their degree. Not an employment rate.

Avg Starting Salary

£22,300

Average first-year salary

Placement Year

✗ Not offered

Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

Health sciences graduates pursue clinical, research, policy and industry roles across the healthcare ecosystem, including NHS trusts, pharmaceutical firms, public health agencies and health technology companies.

  • Health sciences graduates pursue clinical, research, policy and industry roles across the healthcare ecosystem, including NHS trusts, pharmaceutical firms, public health agencies and health technology companies.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Business
  • Healthcare
  • Education

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

  • Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition

US$18,438

per year, 2026-27 Official fee page

Home Tuition

US$10,489

per year, 2026-27 Official fee page

Total Programme Cost

US$73,752

For full 4 years

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

MEDIUM

This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.

Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)US$18,438per year, 2026-27 Official fee page
Tuition (Home)US$10,489per year, 2026-27 Official fee page

Monthly Student Budget (indicative)

Housing£442/mo
Food & Groceries£217/mo
Transport£39/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£817
Annual living costs£9,811/yr

Cost Overview (indicative)

A budget-friendly US university setting — a $1,035/month budget (housing $560, food $275, transport $50) covers everything comfortably. An affordable college-town setting — good value and a comfortable student lifestyle.

  • A budget-friendly US university setting — a $1,035/month budget (housing $560, food $275, transport $50) covers everything comfortably.
  • An affordable college-town setting — good value and a comfortable student lifestyle.