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California State University-Dominguez Hills charges just $3,659 net price for Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science programs, while graduates earn $86,867 annually. This creates one of the strongest return-on-investment scenarios in higher education. California's biotech sector, centered in San Francisco and San Diego, generates steady demand for medical laboratory professionals who analyze everything from COVID tests to cancer screenings.
5
Programs
$3,659 – $31,058
Net Price Range
$64,775
Avg. Program Earnings
53.5%
Avg. Graduation Rate

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

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $3,659 $7,064 46.9% 89.1%
2 $4,113 $6,813 52.6% 86.9%
3 $12,882 $7,424 50.1% 94.2%
4 $26,217 $35,910 68.1% 91.9%
5 $31,058 $13,320 50.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes CSU-Dominguez Hills graduates earn so much more than the national average?

CSU-Dominguez Hills graduates in this field earn $86,867, significantly above typical laboratory technician salaries. The school's proximity to major medical centers in Los Angeles County and strong industry partnerships likely contribute to these higher earnings.

How do public and private program costs compare in California?

Public universities charge between $3,659-$12,882 net price, while private schools like La Sierra University and National University cost $26,217-$31,058. The price gap reaches nearly $28,000 annually between the cheapest and most expensive options.

Does graduation rate correlate with program cost in these schools?

La Sierra University has the highest graduation rate at 68% but costs $26,217 annually. Meanwhile, CSU-Dominguez Hills graduates only 47% of students but offers the lowest net price at $3,659.

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