Overview

Graduates of the program often go on to PhD level study and become independent scientists. The flexible curriculum provides a broad background in the field while allowing customized emphasis on laboratory genetics or genetic data analysis.

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In addition to core coursework and advanced classes in a chosen area of concentration, MS students pursue mentored research projects culminating in the production and defense of a thesis

Students in the Human Genetics, at the University of Pittsburgh, interested in laboratory genetics will carry out research projects performing benchtop experimental studies in laboratories within the department or across the Schools of the Health Sciences. Students can further customize their training by choosing among many elective courses in human genetics, cell biology and molecular physiology, cellular and molecular pathology, immunology, molecular genetics and developmental biology, molecular pharmacology, and molecular virology and microbiology.
Genetic Data Analysis: Students interested in genetic data analysis will carry out applied analysis or methodological research projects related to clinical or epidemiological studies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Bioinformatic Resources For Geneticists

Scientific Writing In Human Genetics

Special Studies

Human Population Genetics

Human Genetics

Special Studies Human Genetics

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Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , International

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Credits

42 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pittsburgh, United States

Disciplines

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applications for admission to the Department of Human Genetics are processed through the Office of Student Affairs at Pitt Public Health.

You must apply for the MS human genetics, MPH, and PhD programs through SOPHAS, the centralized application service for graduate schools of public health.

Applications for the MS in Genetic Counseling Program and MS in Genetic Counseling/MPH in Public Health Genetics dual degree program must be submitted through SOPHAS Express.

Please note, SOPHAS submits applications to Pitt Public Health only after all required materials are received. Applicants who have submitted applications may track their status online.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

47378 USD / year

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Out-of-State

47378 USD / year

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In-State

26876 USD / year

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Living costs

Pittsburgh

United States

1148 - 1944 USD / month

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