Medical lab tech programs in North Little Rock, AR
3 schools within 30 miles of North Little Rock, AR offer medical lab technician programs, and the closest is University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, 5 miles away. Medical lab technicians in Arkansas earn a median $49,670 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 3
- Closest
- 5 mi
- Public colleges
- 2
- Median pay in AR
- $49,670
3 medical lab technician schools within 30 mi of North Little Rock, AR
School results
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Little Rock, AR · 5.4 mi · Public
- Medical lab technician
- Dental hygienist
- Diagnostic medical sonography
Baptist Health College - Little Rock
Little Rock, AR · 11 mi · Private
- Medical lab technician
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +3
Arkansas State University - Beebe
Beebe, AR · 28 mi · Public
- Medical lab technician
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +13
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.
Hear from the best fits near North Little Rock
One short form. Up to 3 schools send you costs, schedules and financial aid options. Free, with no obligation.
- Compare real costs and start dates
- Ask about financial aid and apprenticeships
- Your info goes only to the schools you're matched with
Step 1 of 3: Your trade
Frequently asked questions
What are the closest medical lab technician schools to North Little Rock?
The closest are University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (Little Rock, 5 mi), Baptist Health College - Little Rock (Little Rock, 11 mi), and Arkansas State University - Beebe (Beebe, 28 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach medical lab technician.
How much do medical lab technician programs near North Little Rock cost?
For the 2 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $11,698 to $25,454. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do medical lab technicians make near North Little Rock?
Across Arkansas, the median pay is $49,670 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a medical lab technician school in North Little Rock?
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.
Medical lab tech programs in nearby cities
- Cabot (18 mi)