Overview

With the rapid advancement in knowledge of genetics and genomics, and increasing importance of this information for medical care, there is no better time to enter the field of genetic counseling.

Genetic counselors are essential players in the healthcare team, and possess the unique skills and knowledge necessary to support individuals and families in understanding and adapting to the medical and psychological implications of genetic conditions.

The Genetic Counseling training program within the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry prepares students for a range of career opportunities available to genetic counselors and to shape the future direction of the field!

Program Objectives

Genetic counseling graduate students will:

Achieve a wide range of critical genetic counseling skills and competencies through completion of program components including didactic courses, clinical and fieldwork training, thesis research projects, and supplemental learning experiences.
Demonstrate readiness for immediate integration into the genetic counseling profession.
Engage in robust clinical trainings experiences which include both common areas of genetic counseling practice (Pediatric, Cancer, and Prenatal Genetics) as well as more specialized areas (such as Ocular Genetics, Neurogenetics, and Cardiogenetics).
Build strong professional relationships with peers and faculty that exemplify a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach to patient care, research, and advocacy.
Develop stronger appreciation of inequities within the genetic counseling profession, research, and health care, while identifying opportunities for leadership and effecting change.
Develop research skills in designing and conducting a research study, which involves formulation of research question(s), data collection, data analysis, and oral and written presentation of findings.
Engage in ethical professional conduct, consistent with the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) Code of Ethics, with respect to themselves, peers, faculty, patients, and society.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Pediatric Genetics
Cancer Genetics
Prenatal Genetics
Ocular Genetics
Neurogenetics
Cardiogenetics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-03 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Rochester, United States

Disciplines

Genetics View 203 other Masters in Genetics in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Baccalaureate degree, or its equivalent, from an accredited institution
Transcript: Unofficial electronic transcripts are sufficient for the application. Upon enrollment, students will be required to supply official transcripts
GPA of 3.0 or above is strongly recommended
Exposure to genetic counseling profession (e.g., shadowing, interviews, internships, participation in genetic counseling career fair)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

32250 USD / year

≈ 32250 USD / year
Out-of-State

32250 USD / year

≈ 32250 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

32250 USD / year

≈ 32250 USD / year

Living costs

Rochester

United States

925 - 1350 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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