Master in Genetic Counseling/Counselor (Master's)

Tuition is Tuition and fees are subject to change and are available on the program's financial aid page..

This 21-month on-campus program runs full-time over five semesters. It includes classroom instruction, clinical rotations, and a capstone research project. Students earn 66 credits and must keep a B average in every course. Two exams assess knowledge across the curriculum. Professional behavior is evaluated using a formal assessment tool.

The program requires 66 credits distributed across didactic coursework, clinical rotations, laboratory experiences, and a capstone research project. Students must complete all components and pass two comprehensive exams with a minimum of 80%.

Graduates enter roles as licensed genetic counselors in clinical settings such as hospitals, medical centers, and genetic testing laboratories.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Required documents include transcripts, a personal statement, and letters of recommendation. No specific standardized test is required.

The programme totals about 66 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, 21 months over five semesters. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 73% of applicants.

Bay Path University began in 1897 in downtown Springfield with a practical, affordable, career-oriented mission shaped by the needs of companies, organizations, and communities. That focus continues through programs designed to connect classroom learning with leadership, experience, and professional goals. The university serves undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students, with career-focused degrees and certificates available in several study formats.

Academic opportunities include traditional weekday programs for women on campus, accelerated online undergraduate degrees for men and women, and graduate programs for men and women offered online and on campus. Graduate students can choose from certificate programs through doctorate degrees while continuing to work. Faculty mentorship is central to the academic experience, alongside projects involving local organizations and contact with professionals in cybersecurity, business, healthcare, and public service. Science students also benefit from modernized laboratories with industry-standard equipment.

Located at 588 Longmeadow Street in Longmeadow, Bay Path provides residential and commuter options, as well as online study. Student life includes residence halls, health and counseling services, athletics, clubs, travel opportunities, and the Wildcat Pantry. International students should note the university's distinct study arrangements: weekday residential and commuter undergraduate education is for women, while online undergraduate and graduate programs are open to men and women. Career support continues after graduation through personalized guidance, professional resources, and experiential learning opportunities.