Medical Technology Degree

A medical technology and clinical laboratory science degree track emphasizes lab sciences giving students essential skills in testing, research, and administration. Students will be exposed to a variety of program at Rockhurst Universitys that include: hematology, molecular diagnostics, toxicology, serology, immunology, human physiology, microbiology, and genetics. Get more details below including other Missouri colleges that offer medical technology degrees.

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Rockhurst University (Rockhurst)

2525 E. Meyer Boulevard, Kansas City, MO

Rockhurst University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Kansas City, Missouri, the school resides in an urban setting for students to study in. The Roman Catholic affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Enrollment at Rockhurst exceeds two thousand yearly.

Areas of study available at Rockhurst University include but are not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Most students admitted to Rockhurst earn an SAT score in a range of 930 to 1200, or an ACT score between 22 to 27. Rockhurst has an admissions rate of around 76% of which only 20% chose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at rockhurst.edu.

Tuition is approximately $31,000 for the year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students should visit the school's net price calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus for a cost of $5,300 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements.

The mascot for Rockhurst University is the "Hawks", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)
• Soccer (NCAA Division II)

Contact information, admission forms, areas of study offered, and more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.rockhurst.edu.

Career Options for Graduates

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.

Cytogenetic Technologists

Description

Analyze chromosomes found in biological specimens such as amniotic fluids, bone marrow, and blood to aid in the study, diagnosis, or treatment of genetic diseases.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, cytogenetic technologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 14.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Kansas City, MO-KS
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $27.82
  • Average Annual Salary: $57870

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