Cheapest Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions Colleges in Florida

Florida's healthcare system demands skilled laboratory professionals to support its aging population and medical tourism industry, yet program costs span dramatically from $8,155 at University of West Florida to $34,439 at Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale. Public universities dominate the affordable end with four programs under $11,000 annually. Starting salaries reach $55,286 at University of Central Florida, reflecting strong demand from Florida's major hospital systems and research facilities concentrated in Tampa, Orlando, and Miami metro areas.

Programs

$8,155 – $34,439

Net Price Range

$54,365

Avg. Program Earnings

60.2%

Avg. Graduation Rate

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

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of West Florida Pensacola, Florida	$8,155	$6,360	61.8%	48.0%
2	University of South Florida Tampa, Florida	$10,043	$6,410	74.6%	43.9%
3	Florida Gulf Coast University Fort Myers, Florida	$10,319	$6,118	56.0%	74.4%
4	University of Central Florida Orlando, Florida	$10,650	$6,368	75.1%	41.0%
5	Santa Fe College Gainesville, Florida	$11,154	$2,563	52.1%
6	Saint Leo University Saint Leo, Florida	$18,467	$28,360	48.8%	80.1%
7	Florida Southern College Lakeland, Florida	$29,664	$42,360	69.3%	56.6%
8	Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida	$34,439	$24,136	44.2%	96.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of West Florida the most affordable option?

At $8,155 net cost annually, University of West Florida offers the state's cheapest Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science program with manageable $17,250 average debt loads. The Pensacola campus serves northwest Florida's growing healthcare sector while maintaining a 61.8% graduation rate.

How do public versus private program costs compare in Florida?

Public universities average under $11,000 annually while private institutions range from $18,467 to $34,439. The cost gap exceeds $20,000 between the cheapest public option at University of West Florida and the most expensive at Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale.

Does program selectivity affect earnings potential?

University of Central Florida combines the highest selectivity at 41% acceptance with top earnings of $55,286 annually. However, less selective programs like Florida Gulf Coast University still produce graduates earning $54,869, suggesting strong regional job demand across skill levels.

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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.