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Best Value Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions Colleges in Wisconsin

Ranked by best return on investment (earnings vs. cost). See our methodology.

Wisconsin's clinical laboratory science programs create a stark divide between public affordability and private outcomes. While UW-La Crosse delivers the highest graduate earnings at $58,479 with a net cost of just $15,374, Marquette University commands nearly double that price at $29,237. This gap matters in a state where healthcare giants like Epic Systems and GE Healthcare drive demand for laboratory professionals across Madison and Milwaukee's growing medical technology corridors.
8
Programs
$13,726 – $29,237
Net Price Range
$56,392
Avg. Program Earnings
61.8%
Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price Program Earnings In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $15,374 $58,479 $9,651 71.2% 74.3%
2 $13,726 $52,107 $8,834 56.0% 89.1%
3 $14,761 $55,061 $8,212 57.9% 88.5%
4 $16,177 $58,221 $10,020 51.2% 86.3%
5 $29,237 $58,092 $48,700 80.1% 87.2%
6 $24,362 $37,230 69.6% 72.1%
7 $25,634 $34,850 67.4% 98.6%
8 $23,341 $33,000 41.2% 71.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes UW-La Crosse the top earner among Wisconsin's lab science programs?

UW-La Crosse graduates earn $58,479 annually, the highest among all eight programs, while maintaining a competitive 71.2% graduation rate. The program combines affordability with strong career outcomes, charging just $15,374 net cost compared to private alternatives that exceed $23,000.

How do Wisconsin's public universities compare in laboratory science program costs?

UW-Stevens Point offers the lowest net cost at $13,726, though graduates earn $52,107 compared to UW-La Crosse's $58,479. UW-Milwaukee sits in the middle at $16,177 net cost with strong earnings of $58,221, making it competitive with the state's top performer.

Is Marquette University worth the premium price for laboratory science students?

Marquette charges $29,237 net cost but delivers an 80.1% graduation rate, the highest among all programs. Graduate earnings of $58,092 nearly match public university outcomes, though the return on investment favors less expensive options like UW-La Crosse.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.