Program Overview
The Genetic Counseling at Northwestern University is a Master programme in Psychology over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of psychology. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Genetic Counseling programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 55,889 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 55,889 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Evanston, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Genetic Counseling programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.
Visit Program WebsiteAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- Bachelor\'s degree in biology, chemistry, psychology, social work, nursing, or a related field
- General biology
- General and organic chemistry
- General or human genetics
- Biochemistry
- Psychology
- Statistics
- Molecular biology or cell biology
In general, the science courses above should be at a level required for a biology major or a premed track. Please consult your academic advisor for help in choosing the correct courses.
Grade Point Average- Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or above
- General GRE is required (No subject examination is required)
(Nonresident applicants whose native language is not English must submit scores of the Test of English as a Foreign Language)
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 55,889 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 55,889 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 55,889 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 55,889 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Northwestern University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Northwestern University
Northwestern University
Evanston, United States
Northwestern University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2002-01-18
- Start Date 2017-09-19
- Language English
- Duration 18 months