Dates

  • We take one cohort a year in Fall. 
  • The CGMBS Fall 2027 application window  will be available beginning on October 26, 2026.
  • Application deadline Friday, February 12, 2027 at 5PM
  • On-site clinical affiliate tours and interviews begin in April.
  • Orientation is in August.
  • Coursework and training start in late August.
  • Online courses and in-person on-site training lasts for 52 weeks.

All dates are subject to change. Applicants should monitor the website for updates. 

CGMBS Selection Process

The selection process occurs in five phases. Not all applicants advance through every phase of the selection process.

Application Phase

Applicants submit required materials and documentation according to the application instructions.

Evaluation and Scoring Phase

After the application deadline, all completed application files are reviewed by members of the CGMBS Selection Committee. Each applicant is evaluated using a structured scoring rubric designed to assess academic preparation, relevant experience, professional readiness, and overall suitability for clinical laboratory training.

Evaluation criteria include multiple components of the application, such as:

  • Academic performance and prerequisite coursework
  • Clinical or laboratory experience
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Personal statement and professional readiness
  • Evidence of professionalism and attention to application instructions

Applicants are ranked based on their composite evaluation scores.

Interview Phase - Initial Interview

After the scoring process is completed, the highest-ranked applicants (typically approximately 25 - 30 applicants) are invited to participate in an initial interview with the SJSU CGMBS Program Admissions Team. As we receive large numbers of highly-qualified applicants to our training program, this "first round" interview is meant to gauge the "fit" of applicants with our training program. What we are most interested in is hearing about who you are, your educational and career path thus far, why you are interested in the clinical laboratory, and why you feel you'd be successful (similar to the narrative you provided in your personal statement). You will also have the chance to address any questions you may have to the admissions team.

Interview Phase - Training Site Interview

After the initial interview is completed, selected applicants will be invited to participate in on-site affiliate visits and interviews with clinical training sites.

Matching and Offer Phase

Following interviews, applicants and clinical affiliates participate in a matching process. Admission offers are extended based on applicant ranking, affiliate selections, and available training positions.

Training Phase

Accepted trainees begin the 52-week CGMBS training program, which includes both online coursework and applied clinical laboratory training at affiliated training sites.