Storrs,
CT,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Professional MSc in Health Care Genetics in Storrs United States | University of Connecticut
University of Connecticut
|
Storrs United States
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Qualification
Professional Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
40,746
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Master of Science (MS) in Healthcare Genetics offers a customized curriculum featuring genetics and genomics coursework, hands-on training in genomic technologies, practical experience, and career growth opportunities. Alumni are prepared to enter or progress within the expanding field where chromosomal and genomic innovations have transformed clinical diagnostics, wellness strategies, and tailored treatments. Additionally, graduates earn a certificate from the National Professional Science Master's Association, qualify for ASCP certification, and obtain academic credits applicable toward medical or doctoral programs. With faculty leveraging strong partnerships across Connecticut and nationwide, the program actively fosters industry-aligned connections tailored to student aspirations.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must have completed a baccalaureate degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university with
A cumulative grade-point average of 3.0 for your entire undergraduate career or
A grade-point average of at least 3.0 for your last two undergraduate years or
Exceptional work in your entire final undergraduate year (3.5 or better)
Graduate work with a minimum grade-point average of 3.0 or better even if the undergraduate grade-point average meets the above criteria.
Unofficial Transcripts
Reference Letters (3) (employer or faculty)
The reference writers will be sent an email link to upload the letter into the online application portal
If you are not a native speaker of English, evidence of proficiency in the English language must be submitted.
Personal Statement of Purpose
This document should tell your program's admissions committee everything you would like to reveal in a personal interview.
You should include your reasons for why you've selected the UConn Health Care Genetics Program, what made you decide to undertake graduate work, and a bit about your ultimate plans/goals, if you've decided. Let the admissions committee read specifics about you, tell us details about your academic, experiential and logistical preparation for our program in particular.
Resume or curriculum vitae
Minimum overall scores of 79 (Internet-based test – iBT/ iBT Home Edition), 550 (Old Paper-based test – PBT) or 22/30 on each of the Listening, Reading, and Writing sections (''New'' Paper-based test- PBT) or higher on the TOEFL test. (TOEFL Essentials is not accepted.)
Personal Statement
A minimum overall score of 6.5 or higher on the IELTS Academic Test
A minimum overall score of 53 or higher on the PTE Test.
A cumulative grade-point average of 3.0 for your entire undergraduate career or
A grade-point average of at least 3.0 for your last two undergraduate years or
Exceptional work in your entire final undergraduate year (3.5 or better)
Graduate work with a minimum grade-point average of 3.0 or better even if the undergraduate grade-point average meets the above criteria.
Unofficial Transcripts
Reference Letters (3) (employer or faculty)
The reference writers will be sent an email link to upload the letter into the online application portal
If you are not a native speaker of English, evidence of proficiency in the English language must be submitted.
Personal Statement of Purpose
This document should tell your program's admissions committee everything you would like to reveal in a personal interview.
You should include your reasons for why you've selected the UConn Health Care Genetics Program, what made you decide to undertake graduate work, and a bit about your ultimate plans/goals, if you've decided. Let the admissions committee read specifics about you, tell us details about your academic, experiential and logistical preparation for our program in particular.
Resume or curriculum vitae
Minimum overall scores of 79 (Internet-based test – iBT/ iBT Home Edition), 550 (Old Paper-based test – PBT) or 22/30 on each of the Listening, Reading, and Writing sections (''New'' Paper-based test- PBT) or higher on the TOEFL test. (TOEFL Essentials is not accepted.)
Personal Statement
A minimum overall score of 6.5 or higher on the IELTS Academic Test
A minimum overall score of 53 or higher on the PTE Test.
Tuition
USD
40,746