Best colleges for Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions in Minnesota
Ranked by graduate earnings
Lake Superior College, Anoka Technical College and University of Minnesota-Twin Cities award the most Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions degrees in Minnesota: 42, 40 and 28 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 21 Minnesota colleges offer Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions and award 518 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions program prepares students for careers as licensed healthcare professionals who perform diagnostic testing on body fluids, such as blood and urine. This program is…
Top 4 bachelor's programs, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud Public · Bachelor's degree | $74,147 | 27 | 40% | — | $28,882 |
| 2 | University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis Public · Bachelor's degree | $73,403 | 28 | 85% | — | $25,875 |
| 3 | Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science Rochester Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree Graduate only | $70,333 | 167 | — | — | $25,250 |
| 4 | Winona State University Winona Public · Bachelor's degree Small program | $65,883 | 9 | 57% | — | — |
Top 2 certificate and associate programs
Shorter credentials, ranked separately so they are not compared with four-year degrees. Ranked by median earnings one year after completion (often called starting salary), College Scorecard.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Saint Paul College Saint Paul Public · Certificate | $40,232 | 45 | 40% | — | $11,375 |
| 2 | Rasmussen University - Minnesota St. Cloud Private for-profit · Associate degree Online Small program | $43,637 | 6 | 53% | $19,944 | $27,535 |
Colleges awarding the most Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions degrees in Minnesota
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Certificate and associate programs, online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lake Superior College Duluth Public | 42 | Not reported |
| 2 | Anoka Technical College Anoka Public | 40 | Not reported |
| 3 | University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis Public | 28 | $73,403 |
| 4 | Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud Public | 27 | $74,147 |
| 5 | Minnesota North College Hibbing Public | 17 | Not reported |
| 6 | Minnesota West Community and Technical College Granite Falls Public | 13 | Not reported |
| 7 | Minnesota State Community and Technical College Fergus Falls Public | 11 | Not reported |
| 8 | South Central College North Mankato Public | 10 | Not reported |
| 9 | Ridgewater College Willmar Public | 10 | Not reported |
| 10 | Winona State University Winona Public | 9 | $65,883 |
ShowHide the other 11 Minnesota colleges offering Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Graduate only) | Rochester | Private not-for-profit | 167 |
| North Hennepin Community College | Brooklyn Park | Public | 48 |
| Saint Paul College | Saint Paul | Public | 45 |
| Minneapolis Community and Technical College | Minneapolis | Public | 23 |
| Alexandria Technical & Community College | Alexandria | Public | 8 |
| Rasmussen University - Minnesota (Online) | St. Cloud | Private for-profit | 6 |
| Northland Community and Technical College | Thief River Falls | Public | 5 |
| Northwestern Health Sciences University | Bloomington | Private not-for-profit | 5 |
| Bemidji State University | Bemidji | Public | 2 |
| Minnesota State University - Mankato | Mankato | Public | 1 |
| Southwest Minnesota State University | Marshall | Public | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Medical Equipment Preparers (SOC 31-9093).
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What Medical Equipment Preparers earn in Minnesota
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions programs in Minnesota.
Which Minnesota colleges award the most Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions degrees?+
Lake Superior College (42 graduates a year), Anoka Technical College (40 graduates a year) and University of Minnesota-Twin Cities (28 graduates a year) award the most Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions degrees in Minnesota, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 21 Minnesota colleges offer Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.
Which Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions program in Minnesota has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Saint Cloud State University tops the list at $74,147. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Medical Equipment Preparers earn in Minnesota?+
The average annual wage for Medical Equipment Preparers in Minnesota is $51,900 (median $50,070), across about 1,390 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions program?+
The Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions program prepares students for careers as licensed healthcare professionals who perform diagnostic testing on body fluids, such as blood and urine. This program is…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop critical thinking, monitoring, active listening, reading comprehension, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Medical Equipment Preparers?+
The national job outlook is about +10.0% growth with around 10,900 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A High school diploma or equivalent is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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