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Master of Science in Genetic Counseling Program About the program Geisinger’s Master of Science in Genetic Couseling (MSGC) program immerses you in the field of genetic counseling in a healthcare system that values genetics and genomics integration into healthcare. Alongside an ever-growing team of genetic counselors and genetics professionals, you’ll take part in expansive clinical and research opportunities. The genetic counseling workforce has been consistently expanding and as more genetic counselors enter the workforce in traditional and non-traditional roles, our goal is to provide you with an education that allows you to pursue the genetic counseling career path of your choosing.
Shaping the future of medicine Expected number of practicing certified genetic counselors in the U.S. by 2030: 10,000
Find a full program overview, course descriptions and more: go.geisinger.edu/mgc
Passion meets satisfaction Genetic counselors reporting satisfaction with the profession: 86%
DNA research with MyCode® Explore and analyze DNA sequences from more than 350,000+ patients
Ready to learn more? Admissions requirements
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A bachelor’s degree from a U.S. or Canadian accredited undergraduate college or university (must be completed before enrollment in the program)
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The following coursework:
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1 semester of genetics
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1 semester of statistics
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2 semesters of psychology (or other behavioral sciences)
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1 semesters of biochemistry
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2 semesters of upper-level science courses (e.g., biology, chemistry, embryology, anatomy, physiology)
Application process
Contact us Geisinger College of Health Sciences 525 Pine St., Scranton, PA 18509 Call: 570-504-9068 | Text: 570-507-8295 graduateadmissions@geisinger.edu
Students interested in applying to Geisinger College of Health Science’s MSGC program* should: 1.
Complete an online application at apply.graduate.som.geisinger.edu.
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Submit official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate coursework to graduateadmissions@geisinger.edu.
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Submit 3 letters of recommendation to graduateadmissions@geisinger.edu
* To apply, you must also participate in the 2026 Genetic Counseling Admissions Match. The Match process requires you to register online with the NMS Match system, which helps place applicants into accredited masters-level genetic counseling programs. Learn more: natmatch.com/gcadmissions/overview.html
Fall Year 1
Spring Year 1
Summer Year 1
Foundations of Genetic Counseling I
Foundations of Genetic Counseling II
Case-Based Approach to Genetic
Genetic Counseling Seminar
Genetic Counseling Seminar
Counseling
Introduction to Clinical Genetics Specialties
Advanced Clinical Genetics Specialties
Research Methods III
Human Molecular Genetics
Research Methods II
Genetic Counseling Fieldwork - 1 rotation
Epidemiology and Statistics
Intro to Clinical Genetic Testing and Variant
Medical Genetics I/Embryology
Interpretation
Research Methods I
Medical Genetics II
Genetic Counseling Fieldwork
Genetic Counseling Fieldwork
Fall Year 2
Spring Year 2
Foundations of Genetic Counseling III
Genetic Counseling Seminar
Genetic Counseling Seminar
Research Methods V
Precision and Public Health I
Public and Precision Health II
Professional Issues I
Professional Issues II
Research Methods IV
Genetic Counseling
Biomedical Ethics
Fieldwork - 2 rotations
Genetic Counseling Fieldwork - 2 rotations 2539900-8/25-ELENZ/SKL
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