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Celebrating the Class of 2025
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• The graduate ceremony will be on Friday, May 23.
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A Medical Laboratory Science Degree Designed for Your Success
With the Marist Medical Laboratory Science program’s state-of-the-art laboratory technology, comprehensive licensure and certification plan, and prestigious clinical connections, you will not only be prepared for elite job placement after graduation, but for lifelong career success in medical laboratory science.
A Medical Laboratory Science Program that Leads to Licensure
As a Medical Laboratory Science student at Marist, you can expect an organized and well-developed plan that is designed to help you pass your licensure and certification exams. Your curriculum combines the theory behind physiology and testing with laboratory experience on campus, as well as clinical experience with our prestigious hospital associates. You’ll work closely with faculty to enhance this formula to best suit your career goals and prepare you for licensure, certification, and success in the field.

Complete Clinical Experiences as an Undergraduate
Medical Laboratory Science is all about laboratory work, both on-campus in our state-of-the-art laboratories and in our hospital associate sites. In addition to lab experience at Marist, you’ll complete a 720-hour clinical experience working side-by-side with professional Medical Laboratory Scientists in hospital laboratories in the areas of hematology/hemostasis, clinical chemistry, immunohematology, urinalysis/body fluids, clinical microbiology, and immunology. Students can even participate in our collaborative program with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, a connection that develops crucial clinical experience, as well as important job connections for after graduation.
Cutting-Edge Facilities and Equipment
At Marist, we're committed to providing cutting-edge facilities and equipment for all fields, and the Medical Laboratory Science major is no exception. Situated in our Allied Health & Science Building, you'll have all the latest, innovative technology and equipment at your disposal.
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Inspired to Shoot Hoops and Serve
Jackie is all about teamwork—on and off the court.
The biology major is a point guard for the Red Foxes and recently completed Marine Corps officer training. When she’s not scoring on the court, she’s immersed in her psychology and human bio studies preparing for her dream job as a U.S. Navy medic. Jackie is more than a DI athlete—she’s a leader on the court and in her community.
Medical Laboratory Science Careers at Elite Hospitals and Medical Centers
Marist’s Medical Laboratory Science program maintains an excellent reputation among major medical institutions. These connections see our students through from clinical placements to job placements to successful, lifelong career paths in both technical and supervisory positions. Below are only a few of the reputable medical institutions at which Marist Medical Laboratory Science students are employed:
Eligibility for Professional Memberships
Due to the reputation and prestige of Marist's Medical Laboratory Science program, our students are eligible for membership in some important professional organizations, including:
- The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP): Laboratory Student Membership
- The American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS): Developing Professional Membership
Marist Medical Laboratory Science by the Numbers

Since the inception of the program in 1983, Marist’s Medical Laboratory Science students have received a 100% job placement rate.

Local students in the Medical Laboratory Science field earn an average annual wage of $85,000 after graduation.

Marist’s Medical Laboratory Science program maintains a 94% three-year average pass rate for the New York Licensing/National Certification exam.
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The Value of a Marist Education
At Marist, we pride ourselves on our dedication to providing our students with a well-rounded liberal arts education that prepares them for practical experience and profound success in their field. But don't just take our word for it - the numbers speak for themselves.

Employed or attending grad school 6 months after graduation

Of Marist Graduates Participated in one or more internships

Graduation rate, higher than the average for public and private colleges

Best Undergraduate Teaching
*As reported by U.S. News and World Report.

Top 10 Regional Universities-North
