The genetic counseling master’s degree consists of 61 total credits, typically completed in five semesters over 21 months.
Curricular Component | Credits |
|---|---|
Coursework | |
Life Sciences & Genetics Core | 13 |
Genetic Counseling Core | 10 |
Cross-Disciplinary Discussion-Based Courses | 12 |
Fieldwork | 14 |
Thesis Project | 12 |
All students will be assigned a mentor from the program leadership team who will provide support as they move through the program and track academic progress. Students will also form a committee from members of the faculty, who will help guide the thesis project, in addition to the mentor.
To remain in good academic standing, graduate students must achieve a term grade point average (GPA) of a 3.0 (B) or better, with no U or F grades earned. Students who do not meet the minimum academic requirements will be placed on academic probation.
For more information, please view the Graduate School Policy Library, which contains details relating to grading, student records, degree requirements and academic integrity.