The 46-credit Master of Science program in Genetic Counseling at LIU Post is committed to developing a new generation of genetic counselors with the knowledge and skill to help patients make the best decisions. With a diverse, interdisciplinary academic and clinical faculty, the two-year program is geared toward students who desire a rigorous and comprehensive training in the field of clinical genetics. Skills learned through classroom-based didactics pave the way for students to enter their clinical rotations for “real-world” training. Additionally, both classroom work and numerous supplementary activities ensure that students will be exposed to expanded roles in genetic counseling in addition to traditional, clinic-based careers. The M.S. in Genetic Counseling at LIU Post is dedicated to training a diverse group of students to become leaders in the field of clinical genetics. We believe in embracing a supportive and collaborative atmosphere between our students and faculty. We encourage you to learn more about our program, and look forward to reading your application.

• Application for Admission • Application fee: $50 (non-refundable) • Master of Science in Genetic Counseling Supplemental Application (including the Personal Statement describing your reasons for pursuing a career in genetic counseling) • Official undergraduate and/or graduate transcripts from any and all college(s) or universities you have attended. • Bachelor's degree with an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0. Higher GPAs are preferred. • Competitive scores on the general Graduate Record Examination (Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, Analytical Writing). Scores cannot be more than five years old at the time of the application. • Successful completion of the following course work is required: - Biology, two semesters including laboratory sections - Chemistry, two semesters including laboratory sections - Organic Chemistry, two semesters OR Organic Chemistry, one semester and Biochemistry, one semester, laboratory sections optional but recommended - Genetics, one semester - Statistics, one semester - Psychology, one semester • Successful completion of the following course work is suggested: - Medical Embryology - Calculus - Epidemiology - Physiology • An understanding of the genetic counseling profession. Many successful applicants have accomplished this by shadowing or meeting with a genetic counselor. • Advocacy and/or health care experience in a volunteer or paid position. This allows applicants to gain personal and professional insight into professions whose goals are to help people. • Three letters of recommendation • TOEFL/IELTS for international stidents.