MS Genetics at University of Wisconsin-Madison

Programme overview

The MS in Genetics is offered only as work toward the PhD in Genetics; students cannot apply directly for the master's. An MS may be earned on the way to the PhD under certain circumstances.

Faculty: College of Agricultural and Life Sciences | Department: Genetics | Duration: Minimum 32 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Madison, WI, United States

What you will study

Core of 14 credits: Advanced Genetics I and II, Frontiers in Genetics Research, Methods and Logic in Genetic Analysis, Professional Development and Responsible Conduct, Quantitative Research and Rigor, and From Genes to Grants. Students add a Genetics elective, further coursework and GENETICS 990 research credits, and complete an oral thesis proposal defense.

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Application information

Entry requirements

This MS is offered for work leading to the PhD. Students may not apply directly for the master’s, and should instead see the admissions information for the PhD . A master's degree in medical genetics with specialized training in genetic counseling is also available. For more information on Genetic Counselor Studies MGCS, see Genetic Counselor Studies .

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Entry terms (spring, summer or fall) vary by programme and are listed on each programme's Graduate Guide admissions tab. An applicant may have active applications in only one entry term at a time.

Application deadlines vary by programme and are listed on the programme's Graduate Guide admissions tab. Applications are submitted through the Graduate School application portal. The application fee is $75 US, non-refundable, payable by credit card (MasterCard or Visa) or debit/ATM; international applicants pay an extra $6 processing fee. Up to three programmes in the same entry term can be applied to for one application fee.

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