Medical lab tech programs in Arkansas

Looking for medical lab technician schools in Arkansas? There are 7, including 6 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Medical lab technicians in Arkansas earn a median $49,670 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
7
Public colleges
6
Median pay in AR
$49,670
Cities with schools
2

7 medical lab technician schools

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  1. Arkansas State University - Beebe

    Beebe, AR · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +13

  2. Arkansas Tech University

    Russellville, AR · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +18

  3. Baptist Health College - Little Rock

    Little Rock, AR · Private

    • Medical lab technician
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +3

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  5. National Park College

    Hot Springs, AR · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +10

  6. North Arkansas College

    Harrison, AR · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +15

  7. Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas

    Helena, AR · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +11

  8. University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

    Little Rock, AR · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • Dental hygienist
    • Diagnostic medical sonography

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What medical lab technicians earn in Arkansas

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Medical lab technician salary in ArkansasHow to become a medical lab technician

Median pay
$49,670
$23.88 an hour
Typical range
$35,580–$79,420
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in AR
3,180
Job growth, 2025–35
+2.7%
20,800 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many medical lab technician schools are in Arkansas?

We list 7 schools in Arkansas with medical lab technician programs: 6 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Campuses are in Little Rock, Beebe, Russellville, Hot Springs, and Harrison.

Are there community college medical lab technician programs in Arkansas?

Yes. 6 public colleges in Arkansas offer medical lab technician. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does medical lab technician school cost in Arkansas?

Among the 6 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,848 to $25,454. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do medical lab technicians make in Arkansas?

The median pay for medical lab technicians in Arkansas is $49,670 a year, and most earn between $35,580 and $79,420, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a medical lab technician school in Arkansas?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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