Overview

Genetic Counseling from Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) will help you in less than two years you’ll not only build deep expertise in genetic science, but develop the essential interpersonal skills and the social and ethical perspective you need to become a compassionate, impactful genetic counselor.

Key facts

Board preparation content woven seamlessly into coursework—enabling students to prepare for their Board exams as they progress through the program, without investing additional time and money

Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling (ACGC)

Graduates eligible to sit for the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) certification exam and for their respective state licensure exams

Fixed tuition guarantee, federal financial aid for those who qualify, and a range of institutional scholarship opportunities

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Genetic Counseling

Human Genetics IA

Human Genetics IB

Principles & Practices of Genetic Counseling

Human Genetics
Experiential Learning

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Whittier, United States

Disciplines

Genetics Counselling Psychology View 257 other Masters in Counselling Psychology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

If a cumulative GPA is lower than 3.0, the applicant must provide a showcase portfolio that includes professional accomplishments for holistic consideration.

A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution of higher learning or a degree from a non-U.S. institution of higher education that is judged equivalent to a U.S. baccalaureate degree by the Admissions Office.
Official transcripts for all undergraduate coursework including verification of successful completion of all pre-requisite coursework.
Successful interview with the MSGC Program Admissions Committee.
Meet the physical and technical requirements to successfully complete the program, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

34500 USD / year

≈ 34500 USD / year
Out-of-State

34500 USD / year

≈ 34500 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

34500 USD / year

≈ 34500 USD / year

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Genetic Counseling.

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