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Clinical Laboratory Science


Professional Program

Program Mission

The mission of the undergraduate Clinical Laboratory Science Program is to develop a diverse population of students who are academically, intellectually, and technically prepared to be successful health care qualified entry-level healthcare practitioners.

Accreditation Status

The Texas Southern University, Clinical Laboratory Science baccalaureate degree-granting program is located on the main campus at 3100 Cleburne Street, Houston, Texas 77004. The program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences. ( www.naacls.org )

National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences

5600 N. River Road, Suite 720
Rosemont, IL 60018
(773) 714 8880

Click here: CLS Handbook 2022-2023 (PDF)

Admission Requirement

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Admission Requirements
Application Accepted: January 4 to May 31
Application Fee $55.00 Pay Here
Three (3) Letters of Recommendation

Suggestion from at least two of the following:

  • Faculty
  • Employment Supervisor
  • Supervisor of Volunteer Activities
GPA 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
Course Completion
  • Completion of prerequisite courses in the degree plan
  • Listed courses must be completed by the entering fall semester (Page 2 of the degree plan shows approved substitute courses)
Interview
  • Interviews are scheduled for students who meet the initial program requirements.
  • Candidates will be notified by email regarding scheduled interview times and locations.
Other Requirements
  • Students must be in good standing, both academically and non-academically.
Program/ Internship Requirements
  • Students must have a social security number at the time of admission.
  • Students must pass a background check and drug screening, as well as be subject to random background and/or drug screening tests.
  • Students are responsible for all associated fees.
  • Possible vaccination requirements.
Examinations
  • Exit
Program
Contact

Elizabeth Donnachie, PhD, MT (ASCP)
Assistant Professor
Program Director

Office: NSB 135C
Email:   Elizabeth.Donnachie@tsu.edu
Phone: 713.313.7959


CLS Degree Plan (PDF)

 

CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES PROGRAM OUTCOMES

TSU Outcome Measures

Year Graduation Rates Attrition Rates Job Placement Rates ASCP BOC Pass Rates
2025 73% 18.8% 100% 40%
2024 89% 6% 88% 71%
2023 78% 10% 100% 14%
2022 100% 0% 100% 100%

* One year pass rate ends May 2024