| 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 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.
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| Question #4: Does the Stony Brook CLS program offer a part-time option for taking courses? |
Answer: We are currently offering a Part Time version of our Full Time CLS Coursework. For more information on that please visit our CLS-PT Section.
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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. 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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