MS Genetic Counseling

at Long Island University

Modules
 

• Issues Confronting Genetic Counselors: Principles and Practices 
• Clinical Genetics in Practice I
• Cytogenetics  
• Molecular Genetics  
• Human Development
• Clinical Genetics in Practice II 
• Cancer Genetics and Genetic Counseling
• Genetic Counseling Pre-Practicum

• Master of Science in Genetic Counseling Supplemental Application (including a Personal Statement of 800-1000 words, describing your reasons, as well as your preparation for pursuing a career in genetic counseling)
• Letters of recommendation from three relevant professors, research advisors, and/or work supervisor
• Undergraduate Transcript (unofficial accepted)
• Recommended but not required: Competitive scores on the general Graduate Record Examination (Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, Analytical Writing).

The cost of studying at Long Island University varies largely depending on the type of university and the degree chosen. More often than not, humanities, arts, and education courses are less expensive than degrees in medical, engineering, or management. Furthermore, students who choose to study at the postgraduate level typically pay higher tuition fees, which again vary depending on the programme chosen. 

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