Program Overview
The Genetic Counseling at Ohio State 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
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 44,803 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 42,048 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Columbus, 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
- Foundations in Medicine
- Foundations in Genetics
- Foundations in Genetic Counseling
- Clinical Practicum
- Research Methods
- Advanced Clinical Skills
- The Business of Genetics
- Public Health Genetics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Bachelor\'s Degree (or higher) in the majors of biology, chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, genetics, any of the biological sciences or related areas or a combination of majors.\xc2\xa0 Psychology and other majors will be considered if they have taken at least one semester each of genetics, statistics, psychology, and biochemistry.
- The minimum GPA required is a 3.0.
- GRE test scores (general test only).
- Counseling experience.
- Exposure to genetic counseling in a clinical setting is highly recommended.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 44,803 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 42,048 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 44,803 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 42,048 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Ohio State 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 Ohio State University
Ohio State University
Columbus, United States
Ohio State 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 2006-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-23
- Language English
- Duration 24 months