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

Holy Family University breaks the typical private school cost pattern with a net price of just $12,251 for Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science programs, making it the most affordable option among Pennsylvania's 18 schools. This dramatic savings comes despite the university's $33,968 sticker price, suggesting substantial financial aid packages for students. The cost gap between public and private options narrows significantly when comparing net prices, with East Stroudsburg University's $15,089 following closely behind. Pennsylvania's healthcare sector, anchored by UPMC and major pharmaceutical companies, creates strong demand for laboratory professionals across the state. Most programs maintain graduation rates above 60 percent, with Saint Francis University leading at 72.8 percent. The price range spans from $12,251 to $35,487, giving students multiple pathways into a field where precise diagnostic work supports the state's extensive medical infrastructure.

Programs

$12,251 – $35,487

Net Price Range

63.4%

Avg. Graduation Rate

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

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Holy Family University Philadelphia, Pennsylvania	$12,251	$33,968	60.4%	77.4%
2	East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania	$15,089	$11,036	43.8%	93.6%
3	Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus Indiana, Pennsylvania	$17,216	$11,380	52.4%	91.9%
4	Saint Francis University Loretto, Pennsylvania	$19,173	$41,720	72.8%	73.1%
5	York College of Pennsylvania York, Pennsylvania	$19,685	$24,606	59.7%	95.6%
6	Marywood University Scranton, Pennsylvania	$22,222	$39,570	72.5%	80.8%
7	Seton Hill University Greensburg, Pennsylvania	$22,558	$41,414	71.0%	78.3%
8	Thiel College Greenville, Pennsylvania	$22,746	$36,864	43.5%	82.3%
9	Gannon University Erie, Pennsylvania	$23,206	$37,951	69.5%	80.9%
10	King's College Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania	$23,281	$42,600	60.1%	96.0%
11	Misericordia University Dallas, Pennsylvania	$24,829	$38,370	69.2%	88.7%
12	Gwynedd Mercy University Gwynedd Valley, Pennsylvania	$27,141	$38,310	58.5%	58.4%
13	Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania	$27,700	$42,286	60.3%	94.1%
14	Lebanon Valley College Annville, Pennsylvania	$28,132	$50,320	72.5%	76.7%
15	Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia, Pennsylvania	$28,163	$45,683	68.2%	88.9%
16	Neumann University Aston, Pennsylvania	$28,714	$37,300	46.1%	85.5%
17	University of Scranton Scranton, Pennsylvania	$30,528	$52,309	80.8%	84.4%
18	Saint Joseph's University Philadelphia, Pennsylvania	$35,487	$51,340	79.8%	88.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Holy Family University so affordable despite being a private school?

Holy Family University offers the lowest net price at $12,251, even though its published tuition reaches $33,968. This suggests the university provides substantial financial aid packages that reduce actual costs by over $21,000. The school maintains a 60.4 percent graduation rate while accepting 77.44 percent of applicants.

How do public university costs compare to private options in Pennsylvania?

Public schools like East Stroudsburg University charge $15,089 net price compared to private schools averaging around $23,000. However, the gap narrows significantly when comparing net prices rather than sticker prices. East Stroudsburg's in-state tuition of $11,036 represents the true baseline cost for Pennsylvania residents.

Which schools have the highest graduation rates for laboratory science programs?

Saint Francis University leads with a 72.8 percent graduation rate, followed closely by Marywood University and Lebanon Valley College at 72.5 percent each. These three schools demonstrate strong program completion despite net prices ranging from $19,173 to $28,132. Most schools on the list maintain graduation rates above 60 percent.

Does acceptance rate correlate with program quality or cost?

King's College accepts 95.99 percent of applicants but charges $23,281 net price with a 60.1 percent graduation rate. Meanwhile, Gwynedd Mercy University accepts only 58.42 percent of applicants at $27,141 net price with a 58.5 percent graduation rate. The data shows no clear correlation between selectivity and either cost or outcomes.

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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.