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, 2017 – June 30, 2018 |
98% | 80.0% | ≥ 75% |
| BOC Pass Rate: July 1, 2018 – June 30, 2019 |
90% | 80.5% | ≥ 75% |
| BOC Pass Rate: July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2020 |
89% | 83.0% | ≥ 75% |
| BOC Pass Rate: July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 |
95% | 77.0% | ≥ 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, 2017 – June 30, 2018 | 100% | ≥ 70% |
| July 1, 2018 – June 30, 2019 | 100% | ≥ 70% |
| July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2020 | 100% | ≥ 70% |
| July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 | 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, 2017 – June 30, 2018 | 100% | ≥ 70% |
| July 1, 2018 – June 30, 2019 | 100% | ≥ 70% |
| July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2020 | 100% | ≥ 70% |
| July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 | 100% | ≥ 70% |
At least 55% of the clinical laboratory positions in the Richmond area are filled by graduates of VCU's MLS program.