Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions

Associate's degree · Northern Michigan University · Marquette, MI

CIP 51.10

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$62,505Median earnings 4 years after

$59,567Median earnings 5 years after

$14,000Median federal debt

16Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions at Northern Michigan University earn a median of $62,505. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $57,472 four years after graduating (middle half: $43,453–$72,106). Median debt is $14,000, about 22% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions graduates from Northern Michigan University make?

The median salary is $62,505 and $59,567 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $14,000.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.