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MS Genetic Counseling at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, United States

Programme overview

The Genetic Counseling Master's Program is a 21-month full-time programme integrating coursework, extensive clinical training, a research thesis and professional development. It is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling.

Faculty: Medical School  |  Department: Human Genetics  |  Duration: 21 months  |  Intake: Fall; deadline January 5  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Ann Arbor, MI, United States

What you will study

Classroom learning in genetics, ethics and public health, clinical internships in a variety of settings and a research thesis, using resources from Rackham, the Medical School, the School of Public Health and the School of Social Work.

Career pathways

Genetic counselor positions in clinical genetics; 100% of the classes of 2024-2026 graduated and nearly all accepted jobs within 5 months.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Programme: apply through the Rackham Graduate School using program code 02036; applications open mid-September and are due January 5. Admission uses holistic review, with selected candidates invited to virtual interview days. Prerequisites and essay prompts are published for the program.

Intake: Fall; deadline January 5

Duration: 21 months

Apply through the official page: https://rackham.umich.edu/admissions/applying/

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