OpenFieldMaster of Science in Genetic Counseling (MSGC)
ACGC-accredited master's program delivered in partnership with Sanford Imagenetics, providing clinical genomic counseling training in oncology, cardiology, and prenatal genetics.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree with minimum 3.00 prerequisite GPA in genetics, biochemistry, and psychology
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL 90
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Optional
- Thesis / Research statement
- Personal statement detailing advocacy experience and understanding of genetic counseling
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters of recommendation including clinical/counseling supervisors
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Sanford Health graduate clinical fellowships up to $8,000 USD/year
- Application fee
- $25
- Tuition / joining costs
- $36,000 USD total program tuition (across 21 months)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- December 15, 2026 (Fall 2027 cohort entry)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Augustana University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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