Overview

The Clinical Laboratory Science course at Rutgers University prepares students for managerial and leadership roles in clinical laboratory services and the health care industry by expanding skills in:

Advanced clinical lab science

Management/Leadership/ Strategic planning/Finance

Quality assurance/Quality improvement

Informatics

Health professions education

Research

Learning Goals

The goal of the Clinical Laboratory Science programme is to advance knowledge through an in-depth study of the disciplines of clinical lab science related to improvement of quality and delivery of laboratory services critical to clinician decision-making and patient care. This includes advanced knowledge in clinical chemistry, hematology/hemostasis, clinical microbiology, infectious disease, immunology, transplantation, transfusion services, emerging trends in clinical laboratory science, education, health policy, models to improve clinical laboratory services, critical analysis, and development of skills in evidence-based practice and research.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Molecular Diagnostics

Clinical Laboratory Data Analysis

Clinical Laboratory Utilization in Quality Health Care Delivery

Evidence Based Literature Review

Data Analysis and Interpretation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Newark, United States

Disciplines

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Other requirements

General requirements

Professional certification as Medical Laboratory Professional: MLS(ASCP)CM or equivalent

Baccalaureate degree in CLS or related science from a regionally accredited US institution or equivalent

Overall minimum GPA: 3.0

Cumulative GPA of 3.0 for science courses

Official transcripts of undergraduate and graduate coursework from ALL institutions attended.

Curriculum vitae or resume

Personal essay addressing career goals and reasons for pursuing the MS-CLS.

Two (2) letters of recommendation from supervisor, laboratory manager, pathologist and/or college professor who have the knowledge to evaluate the applicant’s academic and professional performance.

Personal interview (via conference call or other teleconference mode)

Proficiency in written communication to successfully complete frequent writing assignments, exams, and papers required in online course

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

37176 USD / year

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Out-of-State

37176 USD / year

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In-State

21648 USD / year

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Funding

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