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Associate of Biotechnology Lab Specialist
- Shoreline, United States
- 2.33 years
- English
- On campus
- Associate
About the program
Degree preparing students for entry-level laboratory work in biotechnology.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply core concepts and methods in Biotechnology Lab Specialist to practical and academic problems. Develop and demonstrate skills relevant to a paid internship opportunity
- admission in Fall only
- as reflected in the supplied curriculum summary. Use critical thinking
- ethical judgment and effective communication in discipline-related projects.
Career outcomes
- Laboratory assistant
- lab specialist
- research assistant
- biotechnology
- pharmaceutical and criminal labs
Curriculum
- 92.5 quarter-credit associate degree in Applied Arts and Sciences in the quarter system. Core Biotech Sequence of lab-based courses with hands-on lab experience and a paid internship opportunity
- admission in Fall only.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Academic records (unofficial transcripts accepted)
- 50 USD application fee
- bank letter or statement within 6 months showing at least 25
- 578 USD
- no English proficiency test required for admission (placement tests at orientation).
Accepted academic background
Not published (academic records/transcripts required; no minimum level stated for the associate pathway)
Language tests
- Duolingo IELTS 5.0
- IELTS TOEFL iBT 46
- TOEFL iBT PTE Academic 46
- PTE Academic Duolingo 85
- IELTS Academic 5
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results
How to apply
- Review the program admission requirements and intake availability. Prepare your academic records and required supporting documents. Submit the application through the institution's approved application process. Provide language proficiency evidence and pay any application fee when applicable. Monitor the application status and respond to requests for additional information.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $12,273 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Shoreline main campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | _ |
| Department | Biology Department |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 92 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | The source record indicates potential scholarship opportunities. Award amounts, eligibility criteria and intake conditions must be confirmed before applying. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2.33 years.
Tuition is $12,273 USD per year. The application fee is $50 USD. The estimated living cost is $11,610 USD.
Accepted language tests: Duolingo IELTS 5.0, IELTS TOEFL iBT 46, TOEFL iBT PTE Academic 46, PTE Academic Duolingo 85, IELTS Academic 5.

