Why the University of Kansas program in CLS is a Great Choice

The University of Kansas is a Carnegie Research I institution and an eminent member of the prestigious Association of American Universities. KU is consistently given high ratings among universities nationally by U.S. News & World Report, as well as recognition by the Fiske Guide to Colleges as a "Best Buy" for cost and academic quality..

In addition, the CLS program is well established, with over 70 years of experience and a well-qualified faculty. The Clinical Laboratory Science program at the KU Medical Center offers several unique features not found at many institutions offering a bachelor’s degree in CLS:

• $$ - substantial scholarship funds available to most students accepted into the program.(see scholarships for details)
  
  

• Innovation: dual-concentration program (one-of-a-kind in the nation) featuring a biotechnology concentration and traditional clinical concentration – select either or both. Please see our curriculum configurations for details.
  
  

• Stability: Nationally accredited (NAACLS) program of 70 years standing. The KU CLS program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences, 8410 West Bryn Mawr Ave., Suite 670, Chicago, IL 60631 (773.714.8880).
  
  

• Proven results: 94% pass rate on national certification examinations.
  
  

• Endowed scholarship fund – one of the largest in the nation - dedicated to CLS students. Nearly all students accepted into the professional program receive substantial scholarship grants.
  
  

• Real-world exposure: Practicum experience in a Level I trauma center (The University of Kansas Hospital), at a nationally-recognized children’s hospital (Children's Mercy Hospital), and at the acclaimed Stower's Institute for Medical Research. (See the complete list of collaborating affiliates)
  
  

• Exciting Study Abroad Program for Students: Expand cultural horizons, explore new places and people and share biomedical advances across international borders in this four-week practicum in England.
  
  

• Advantage: You!
  Many prospective employers actively recruit KU CLS students during the senior term. Placement rates nearly 100% after graduation.

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