Overview

The chief goals of the Clinical Laboratory Science - Diagnostic Genetics major program from Northern Michigan University are to provide graduates with the tools they need to successfully complete certification exams, develop them into highly competitive job applicants, foster their adaptability to carry out future job responsibilities, provide them with marketable skills early in the curriculum and present education in the most expedient manner that doesn't compromise content or comprehension.

What you'll do as a clinical lab scientist

Clinical laboratory scientists perform many routine and specialized tests in clinical, research or industrial laboratories to provide diagnostic data, supporting health care, quality control and product development. Clinical laboratory scientists may have a variety of responsibilities, including:

implementing and performing tests,
supervising,
teaching

consulting

Cytogenetics or Molecular Diagnostics Practicum

Students in this concentration may earn CLT certification and then proceed to become certified in cytogenetics CLSp(CG), or molecular diagnostics CLSp(MB).

Cytogenetics focuses on the identification of abnormalities of chromosomes or regions of DNA associated with pathology and disease.
Molecular diagnostics is a laboratory field which focuses on gene mutations and polymorphisms that contribute to disease states.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Diagnostic Genetics, Genomics, and Cytogenetics
Medical Genetics
Specimen Processing and Culture
Microscopic Analysis
FISH Technology
DNA Purification

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

123 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Marquette, United States

Disciplines

Biomedical Science Genetics View 263 other Bachelors in Biomedical Science in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.2

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

If you have a cumulative high school GPA of 2.25 or higher, you will be admitted to NMU.
Application - Complete the undergraduate application for admission.
Transcripts - Request your official high school transcript(s) be sent to the Admissions Office.
Non-native speakers of English must prove an adequate level of English language proficiency for admission.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

20198 USD / year

≈ 20198 USD / year
Out-of-State

20198 USD / year

≈ 20198 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

14702 USD / year

≈ 14702 USD / year

Living costs

Marquette

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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