Answer: Strong preparation in biology, chemistry, and math is highly valued. The number of courses, the level of these courses, and performance are important considerations.
Answer: Yes. However, completion of all prerequisite courses are normally required prior to the beginning of classes.
Answer: The Onsite Program admits 26 students each year. The Onsite Program begins in June and has only one admission date. For more information on the Distance Learning Hybrid Program, check their FAQ.
Answer: We are currently offering a Part Time version of our Full Time CLS Coursework.
Answer: There are a limited number of course waivers/challenge exams available, and these are handled on a case-by-case basis.
Answer: While the rigor of undergraduate education at Stony Brook is well recognized, all applicants to the program are given equal consideration with respect to admission to the program.
Answer: Although students are not offered a choice of the clinical practicum site, consideration of the geographic location of the student will be considered.
Answer: Students are granted a Bachelor of Science degree. Upon graduation, the students are eligible to sit for the ASCP national board examination; they are also NYS License eligible. Clinical Laboratory Scientists may work in a variety of settings, i.e. hospital laboratories, private laboratories or industry.
Answer: The campus has a housing website that includes housing information.
Answer: Admission preference is not given to New York State residents. Tuition for New York State residents is lower than that for out-of-state residents.
Answer: The Office of Student Services at Stony Brook University retains financial aid officers who are expert in this area and make every attempt to assist students seeking financial aid.
Answer: Students must apply for admission. Freshman Stony Brook students may declare themselves a CLS major (HAG major) and be admitted in their junior year if they have completed the required prerequisites.
Answer: All applications whose native or first language is not English must achieve at least a 550 paper-based or 213 computer-based score on the TOEFL within two years prior to the date of admission.
Answer: Many Stony Brook students are offered employment during their clinical practicum. The program maintains a listing of job opportunities that are available.
Answer: Most students find it hard to work due to the intensive nature of the CLS curriculum.
Answer: The employment outlook for CLS is positive. For several years, our students have had 100% employment after graduation. Entry level salaries start at mid fifties, depending on location.
