• Applicants for the Master of Science in Genetic Counseling Program must have earned a baccalaureate degree at an accredited institution.

• Prerequisite course work includes:
  One year of general biology.
  One year of general chemistry.
  One semester of biochemistry.
  One semester of genetics.
  One semester of statistics.

• Scores from the general aptitude test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) are required. Subtest scores are invited but optional.  Please note the University of South Carolina Institution Code for GRE reporting is 5818.

• Supporting material must include:
      * Undergraduate transcripts
      * Three letters of recommendation
      * Statement reflecting the student's interest and experience in the field

For more information regarding preparation for a career in Genetic Counseling, visit the National Society for Genetic Counselors.

genetic counseling program applications

Application deadline is February 1st.

Please note that the application is electronic.  To submit an electronic application
to the University of South Carolina Graduate School,  CLICK HERE

Supporting materials, such as letters of recommendation and transcripts,
should be mailed to:

University of South Carolina
Graduate School
901 Sumter Street
Columbia, SC  29208


To submit an electronic inquiry to the Genetic Counseling Program, CLICK HERE  

Genetic Counseling Program
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
School of Medicine
University of South Carolina
Two Medical Park, Suite 208
Columbia, South Carolina 29203

(803) 779-4928, Extension 228

financial aid

For a financial aid application packet, please CLICK HERE or write:

Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships
University of South Carolina
Columbia, South Carolina 29208

affirmative action statement

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