Clinical Laboratory Science at Medical Career Institute
a compact campus enrolling 162 students in Ocean, NJ.
Program Analysis
At $48,897 per year, Clinical Laboratory Science graduates from Medical Career Institute earn slightly above the $39,620 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.
AI risk is moderate — 24% task exposure — and the 0% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Clinical Laboratory Science graduates.
The median debt load of $5,681 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.
Ranked #66 out of 146 programs, Medical Career Institute's Clinical Laboratory Science offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.
With 15 registered apprenticeships mapped to Clinical Laboratory Science, graduates have substantial options for hands-on training paths that pay from day one.
Earnings Overview
Projected 10-Year Earnings
Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.
Top Career Paths
Top career paths for Clinical Laboratory Science graduates by median salary.
| Career Path | Median Salary | Growth | AI-ProofAI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health specialties teachers, postsecondary | $105,620 | +17.3% | 52% |
| Surgical technologists | $62,830 | +4.5% | 93% |
| Health technologists and technicians, all other | $48,790 | +5.2% | 48% |
Clinical Laboratory Science Career Guide
From day-one roles to senior positions, Clinical Laboratory Science careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering healthcare.
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