| Question #1: What type of academic background is likely to optimize my potential for success in your program? |
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.
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| Question #2: Can I apply with outstanding courses? |
Answer: Yes. However, completion of all prerequisite courses are normally required prior to the beginning of classes.
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| Question #3: How many classes does the program accept each year? How many students are accepted? |
Answer: The Online Hybrid Program has two entering classes. One for Fall and one for Spring.
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| Question #4: Does the Stony Brook CLS program offer a part-time option /distance learning courses? |
Answer: This is our CLS Part Time Program! If you're a full time student at Stony Brook or prospective Transfer student, check out our Onsite CLS Program.
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| Question #5: Can I waive/challenge out of program course requirements based on prior coursework or clinical experience? |
Answer: There are a limited number of course waivers/challenge exams available, and these are handled on a case-by-case basis.
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| Question #6: Do Stony Brook undergraduates get preferential admission to the program? |
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.
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| Question #7: Do I get to choose where I complete my clinical practicum? |
Answer: Although students are not offered a choice of the clinical practicum site, consideration of the geographic location of the student will be considered.
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| Question #8: What credentials will I have upon graduation from your program? Where can I work? |
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.
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| Question #9: Can you provide me with information about on-campus and off-campus housing opportunities? |
Answer: The campus has a housing website that includes housing information.
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| Question #10: Do you give preference to New York State residents? |
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.
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| Question #11: Where can I get information about financial aid? |
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.
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| Question #12: Can I transfer into your program? |
Answer: Students must apply for admission through the Office of Student Services. 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.
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| Question #13: What are your guidelines on TOEFL? |
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.
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| Question #14: Do you have a placement service for graduates? |
Answer: Many Stony Brook students are offered employment during their clinical practicum. The program maintains a listing of job opportunities that are available.
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| Question #15: Will I be able to work during the time I am a student? |
Answer: Most students find it hard to work due to the intensive nature of the CLS curriculum.
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| Question #16: What are the employment and salary outlooks for CLS? |
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.
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