Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
Associate's degree · Fortis Institute-Cookeville · Cookeville, TN
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$47,865Median earnings 4 years after
$43,920Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
7Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions at Fortis Institute-Cookeville earn a median of $39,004. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $57,472 four years after graduating (middle half: $43,453–$72,106).
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions (Associate's degree) at other Tennessee schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia State Community College Columbia | $48,168 | — |
| Miller-Motte College-Chattanooga Chattanooga | $46,592 | $26,722 |
| Fortis Institute-Nashville Nashville | $40,819 | $29,680 |
| South College Knoxville | $30,446 | $11,951 |
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$25,883
Frequently asked questions
How much do Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions graduates from Fortis Institute-Cookeville make?
The median salary is $39,004 and $43,920 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.