Best colleges for Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions in Oklahoma
Ranked by graduate earnings
Meridian Technology Center, Southwestern Oklahoma State University and Central Technology Center award the most Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions degrees and certificates in Oklahoma: 25, 22 and 18 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 13 Oklahoma colleges offer Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions and award 181 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 institutions, 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 | Northeastern State University Tahlequah Public · Bachelor's degree Small program | $62,912 | 16 | 35% | — | $21,330 |
| 2 | Rose State College Midwest City Public · Associate degree | $55,099 | 24 | 20% | — | — |
| 3 | Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College Miami Public · Associate degree Small program | $48,934 | 10 | 26% | — | — |
| 4 | Tulsa Community College Tulsa Public · Associate degree | $47,316 | 35 | 28% | — | $26,444 |
Colleges awarding the most Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions degrees in Oklahoma
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). 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 | Meridian Technology Center Stillwater Public | 25 | Not reported |
| 2 | Southwestern Oklahoma State University Weatherford Public | 22 | Not reported |
| 3 | Central Technology Center Drumright Public | 18 | Not reported |
| 4 | Northeastern State University Tahlequah Public | 16 | $62,912 |
| 5 | Oklahoma Christian University Edmond Private not-for-profit | 11 | Not reported |
| 6 | Pontotoc Technology Center Ada Public | 10 | Not reported |
| 7 | Chisholm Trail Technology Center Omega Public | 6 | Not reported |
| 8 | University of Central Oklahoma Edmond Public | 2 | Not reported |
| 9 | Seminole State College Seminole Public | 1 | Not reported |
| 10 | High Plains Technology Center Woodward Public | 1 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 3 Oklahoma colleges offering Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tulsa Community College | Tulsa | Public | 35 |
| Rose State College | Midwest City | Public | 24 |
| Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College | Miami | Public | 10 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Medical Equipment Preparers (SOC 31-9093).
Top skills
What Medical Equipment Preparers earn in Oklahoma
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions programs in Oklahoma.
Which Oklahoma colleges award the most Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions degrees?+
Meridian Technology Center (25 graduates a year), Southwestern Oklahoma State University (22 graduates a year) and Central Technology Center (18 graduates a year) award the most Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions degrees and certificates in Oklahoma, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 13 Oklahoma colleges offer Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.
How much do Medical Equipment Preparers earn in Oklahoma?+
The average annual wage for Medical Equipment Preparers in Oklahoma is $43,820 (median $43,460), across about 690 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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