Clinical Laboratory Science at Rasmussen University-Florida

Ocala, FL · Private for-profit · Associate Degree · Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions

with a smaller student body of 3,034 in Ocala, FL.

Program Analysis

Rasmussen University-Florida's Clinical Laboratory Science graduates start at $43,637/yr — above the $39,620 national average, though not by a wide margin.

Every dollar of tuition returns an estimated 18.9x in decade earnings — an exceptional ratio that places this among the highest-ROI Clinical Laboratory Science programs nationally.

Some AI exposure exists in Clinical Laboratory Science's career paths, with 24% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 21% gap from the optimistic case.

Loan repayment is a non-issue here — $20,000 in median debt clears fast against $43,637 in annual earnings.

Ranked #86 of 146 Clinical Laboratory Science programs, Rasmussen University-Florida falls below the median. Stronger options exist, though cost and location may compensate.

Earnings grow from $43,637 to $55,150 over five years — a 26% increase that's moderate and in line with typical trade career progression.

Clinical Laboratory Science offers 15 registered apprenticeship pathways — an unusually broad set of earn-while-you-learn alternatives to the classroom track.

51 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
47
Low End
51
Score
51
High End
Earnings $43,637/yr (10% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Large (79,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$576K
6.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple
19.0x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
6 of 6
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Program Tuition
$30,234
Median Debt at Graduation
$20,000
5.5 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$55,150
26% growth from Year 1

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%
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$105,620
+17.3% growth 52% AI-proof
Surgical technologists
$62,830
+4.5% growth 93% AI-proof
Health technologists and technicians, all other
$48,790
+5.2% growth 48% AI-proof

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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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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Rasmussen University-Florida's Clinical Laboratory Science program score?
A score of 51/100 reflects decent absolute metrics, but Rasmussen University-Florida trails the majority of Clinical Laboratory Science programs on relative rankings. Context matters more than the raw number.
Can I learn Clinical Laboratory Science through an apprenticeship instead of Rasmussen University-Florida?
If Rasmussen University-Florida's tuition gives you pause, consider that 15 DOL-registered apprenticeship pathways exist for Clinical Laboratory Science. You'd earn while training, avoiding student debt entirely — though completion takes longer than a certificate program.
Is there demand for Clinical Laboratory Science workers?
At 79,700 annual openings, Clinical Laboratory Science has a large employment base. Rasmussen University-Florida graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given an aging population and expanding healthcare access.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →