Program outcomes
Certification Exam Pass Rates
Percentage of students who passed the exam within first year of graduation.
| Year | Department of Medical Laboratory Science | National Pass Rate | NAACLS Benchmarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOC Pass Rate: July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 |
95% | 77.0% | ≥ 75% |
| BOC Pass Rate: July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022 |
93.5% | 75% | ≥ 75% |
| BOC Pass Rate: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 |
95.5% | 76% | ≥ 75% |
| BOC Pass Rate: July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024 |
89.3% | 75.6% | ≥ 75% |
Graduation Rate
The graduation rate is based on students who began final half of program.
| Year | Department of Medical Laboratory Science | NAACLS Benchmarks |
|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 | 100% | ≥ 70% |
| July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022 | 100% | ≥ 70% |
| July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023 | 97.6% | ≥ 70% |
| July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024 | 100% | ≥ 70% |
Placement Rate
The placement rate is based on respondent graduates who either find employment in the field or continue their education within one year of graduation.
| Year | Department of Medical Laboratory Science | NAACLS Benchmarks |
|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 | 100% | ≥ 70% |
| July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022 | 97.8% | ≥ 70% |
| July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023 | 97% | ≥ 70% |
| July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024 | 97.4% | ≥ 70% |
At least 55% of the clinical laboratory positions in the Richmond area are filled by graduates of VCU's MLS program.