Program Overview
The Genetic Counseling at Augustana University is a MSc programme in Psychology over 24 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 16,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 16,500 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Sioux Center, 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
Course Structure
- Genetics in Medicine
- Genetic Diagnosis&Laboratory Methods
- Metabolic Genetics and Newborn Screening
- Communication&Interviewing Skills for the Genetic Counselor
- Genetic Counseling I
- Seminar in Medical Genetics/Journal Club.
Admission 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 2.25 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).
- GPAs.\xc2\xa0You will need to enter your cumulative GPA as well as your GPA in the Natural Sciences in the online application.
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).
The strongest applicants will have completed (or will be in the process of completing at the time of application to the program) the following coursework. If a course is in progress, this may be reflected on the personal statement.
- Biology (one full year)
- Chemistry (one full year)
- Biochemistry (one semester or quarter)
- Genetics (one semester or quarter)
- General Psychology (one semester or quarter)
- Statistics (one semester or quarter)
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 16,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 16,500 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 16,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 16,500 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Augustana 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 Augustana University
Augustana University
Sioux Falls, United States
Augustana 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- Start Date 2017-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months