The College of Health Professions is no longer accepting applications to the BS in Cytology. For more information, please contact Admissions at enroll@jefferson.edu.

Cytologists are responsible for the study and evaluation of human cells sampled from all organs and body fluids. Professionals in this field have the skills to detect and interpret features representative of malignant and non-malignant diseases, including cancer, infectious disease, and autoimmune disorders. In addition to being experts in the microscopic evaluation of cytological specimens, cytologists also select and perform molecular and immunologic tests necessary for development of personalized patient care.

Program Options

  • 3+2 BS/MS Dual Degree (East Falls)
  • Combined BS/MS

Curriculum

Learn about the classes and schedule options available for completing your degree.

Program Curriculum Options

Cytology Outcomes Summary

Graduated Cohort 2022 2023 2024 Avg.
External Certification Pass Rate 100% 100% 100% 100%
External Certification First Attempt Only  
 80% 67% 90% 79%
Graduation Rate 83.3% 100% 90% 91%
Attrition Rate 16.7% 0% 10% 8.9%
Graduate Placement Rate 100% 100% 100% 100%

This information is displayed in accordance with requirements set by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), the accrediting body of the Cytology program.

Accreditation

Thomas Jefferson University, Cytology Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), upon the recommendation of the Cytology Programs Review Committee (CPRC), which promotes and advances the quality of educational programs for cytology.

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
9355 113th Street N., #7709
Seminole, FL 33775

727-210-2350  |  www.caahep.org

Note: As of May 2025 to comply with the updated terminology of the professional standards and guidelines, the title of the program in Cytotechnology and Cell Sciences name has been changed to the program in Cytology. In addition to the program name change, the program language includes updates that now read "Cytologists" and "Cytology" in place of "Cytotechnologists" and "Cytotechnology." These updates reflect compliance with current terminology only and do not correlate with any specific changes to program degree options or curriculum

Faculty