Bachelor’s in Histotechnology, BS
Histotechnologists work behind the scenes to help doctors treat and diagnose patients. In the Â鶹´«Ã½ program, you’ll learn how to apply dyes and chemicals to tissue to find microscopic abnormalities.
This program is available to all students on our Chicago campus, and will be offered at our Schaumburg campus for new incoming Transfer students beginning in Fall 2025.
Why Â鶹´«Ã½ for your Bachelor's
Hands-on hospital experience
Complete your first three years of course work at Â鶹´«Ã½ and finish your final year at Northwestern Memorial through our exclusive partnership.
Stand out with extra preparation
Â鶹´«Ã½ is the only bachelor’s level histotechnology program in Illinois. You’ll have in-depth training and an advantage going into the job market.
100% job placement rate
In the last five years, every histotechnology graduate has found a job six months after graduation. Clinical medical technologists earn an average of $54,180 per year (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics).
“ The histotechnology program has been an exciting addition to our allied health offerings. Northwestern Memorial Hospital approached Â鶹´«Ã½ exclusively to work with them to design this program because of the difficulty in finding qualified employees in this field. As a result, our graduates field multiple employment offers after completion of their training.â€
Kelly Wentz-Hunter
Co-Dean College of Science, Health & Pharmacy, Â鶹´«Ã½
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