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

University of Virginia's College at Wise offers Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science training for just $11,180 net cost, creating an $12,435 gap between the cheapest and most expensive options among Virginia's 9 programs. This affordability matters in a field where graduates earn around $54,000 annually working for major health systems like Inova Health and VCU Medical Center. Public universities dominate the affordable end, with six of the seven lowest-cost programs operated by state institutions, while private colleges cluster above $17,000 despite VTAG grant assistance.

Programs

$11,180 – $23,615

Net Price Range

$54,021

Avg. Program Earnings

50.8%

Avg. Graduation Rate

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

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Virginia's College at Wise Wise, Virginia	$11,180	$11,656	49.8%	75.6%
2	Norfolk State University Norfolk, Virginia	$12,973	$9,910	32.7%	89.5%
3	Old Dominion University Norfolk, Virginia	$14,170	$12,262	44.4%	95.1%
4	Radford University Radford, Virginia	$16,640	$12,286	49.6%	93.3%
5	Mary Baldwin University Staunton, Virginia	$17,833	$33,157	55.7%
6	George Mason University Fairfax, Virginia	$18,287	$13,815	69.3%	90.0%
7	Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, Virginia	$19,452	$16,458	65.4%	91.0%
8	Averett University Danville, Virginia	$23,262	$38,550	43.6%	76.0%
9	Eastern Mennonite University Harrisonburg, Virginia	$23,615	$41,860	47.1%	99.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the large cost difference between Virginia's cheapest and most expensive programs?

Public universities like UVA Wise ($11,180) and Norfolk State ($12,973) benefit from state funding, while private institutions like Eastern Mennonite ($23,615) rely on tuition revenue. The $12,435 gap reflects this funding model difference, though private colleges often provide smaller class sizes and more personalized attention.

How do graduation rates compare across Virginia's most affordable programs?

George Mason leads with a 69.3% graduation rate despite charging $18,287 net cost, while Norfolk State posts just 32.7% completion at $12,973. The data suggests that slightly higher costs at schools like VCU ($19,452) often correlate with better student support and 65.4% graduation rates.

Does choosing a cheaper program affect earning potential in Virginia's lab science market?

Graduate earnings remain consistent regardless of program cost, with Old Dominion ($14,170 net cost) and VCU ($19,452) both producing graduates who earn $53,000-$55,000 annually. Major employers like Northrop Grumman and Inova Health focus more on certification and skills than the specific school attended.

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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.