Overview

The Genetic Counseling course at Rutgers University is comprised of three main components: rigorous coursework, a variety of clinical rotations offered throughout the state, and a Master's research project. There are a number of additional rotations and activities that our students participate in that serve to round out their educational experience.

The Rutgers GCMP draws upon the vast resources of a growing Rutgers University. Our programme collaborates with a variety of University departments and other Rutgers professional schools to provide a multi-disciplinary approach to training. Our programme leadership includes dedicated genetic professionals, representing a range of specialties, both academic and clinical. Located on the beautiful Busch campus, GCMP students will be able to take advantage of all that a large university has to offer.

Graduates of the Rutgers GCMP will:

Be able to conduct genetic counseling sessions for a variety of indications, demonstrating their acquisition of skills and Practice-Based Competencies

Demonstrate a breadth of knowledge in all aspects of genetic counseling and be able to apply their knowledge in a clinical setting and beyond

Incorporate a variety of counseling skills into their practice and foster a model of patient-centered counseling

Appreciate the variety of genetic counseling career opportunities and understand how they can apply their skills to the profession’s ever-changing landscape

Have created meaningful professional connections lasting for a lifetime

Demonstrate and promote professionalism in all situations

Apply a principle-based framework for approaching ethical situations as they pertain to genetics and genetic counseling

Apply their experiences and insights from working with diverse communities and commit to a practice that exemplifies cultural competency

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Human Genetics

Clinical Cancer Genetic Counseling

Counseling Techniques for Genetic Counselors

Loss Across the Lifespan

Medical Genetics

Research Methods for Genetic Counseling

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 22 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

58 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New Brunswick, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.2

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited undergraduate institution is required.

Undergraduate course prerequisites include successful completion (one semester) of each:

Genetics

Statistics

Biochemistry

Admitted students will be required to take an online embryology course prior to programme start date if course was not taken previously.

Highly recommended:

Job shadowing or other genetic counseling experiences that familiarize an applicant with the genetic counseling profession is highly recommended.

Counseling experience is strongly encouraged. Some examples include volunteering with individuals experiencing crisis, various hotline work, working with individuals with disabilities, and working with support groups.

A GPA of 3.2 or higher is recommended

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

37416 USD / year

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Out-of-State

37416 USD / year

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23424 USD / year

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Living costs

New Brunswick

United States

1204 - 2963 USD / month

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Graduates of the Rutgers GCMP will:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Domestic

Living costs

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