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 Southwest Baptist Universitys that include: hematology, molecular diagnostics, toxicology, serology, immunology, human physiology, microbiology, and genetics. Get more details below including other Kansas colleges that offer medical technology degrees.

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Southwest Baptist University

13720 Roe Avenue, Leawood, KS

Southwest Baptist University is a nonprofit private college that has a large selection of majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Bolivar, MO, in a predominantly rural area. The school's Southern Baptist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Enrollment at Southwest Baptist University is nearly three thousand yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs SBU offers:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Theology And Religious Vocations
• Liberal Arts And Sciences

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 20 - 26 on the ACT or 830 - 1150 on the SAT are required to greatly increase your chances for getting accepted. Southwest Baptist University admits roughly 90 percent of students applying. Of those accepted, nearly 33 percent enrolled.  Additional information regarding admissions can be found through the school or by requesting information here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $20,000 per year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students may check the school's net price calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. The cost of on-campus housing is approximately $3,300 for the year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

The Southwest Baptist University Bearcats participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)

Students should visit the school's sbuniv.edu to see additional information.

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).