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STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

3:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

40

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$8,682

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Cytotechnology Degree

The field of cytotechnology is an ever-expanding field of study within medicine focused on the microscopic interpretation of cancer. A cytotechnologist will be trained to understand a number of biological scales that include genetics, cellular behavior, histology, signaling networks, epigenetics, epidemiology, and clinical manifestations to understand cancerous properties and complexities. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer cytotechnology degrees.

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Loma Linda University

4500 Riverwalk Parkway, Riverside, CA

Loma Linda University is a nonprofit private institution located in Loma Linda, CA and provides a large number of program options for students. The Seventh Day Adventists affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. About 4,300 students enroll at LLU yearly.

Students may choose from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Public Administration And Social Services
  • Psychology
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. More information regarding admissions can be found at llu.edu.

The cost of tuition is close to $32,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's net price calculator to get a better idea of their cost of attendance. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $3,800. This school may offer financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Contact information, academics information, areas of study, and much more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.llu.edu/index.html.

Students Enrolled in the Cytotechnology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Loma Linda University has offered the following program levels for students:

  • Less Than Two-Year Award
  • Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Less Than Two-Year Award0
Bachelor's Degree1

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Cytotechnology program at Loma Linda University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists

Description

Perform complex medical laboratory tests for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. May train or supervise staff.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, medical and clinical laboratory technologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 14.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
    • Total Employment: 430
    • Average Hourly Rate: $38.10
    • Average Annual Salary: $79240

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give an overview of the candidates Loma Linda University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, Loma Linda University may offer services including:

  • Distance learning
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Work study style employment