All students will need to meet the following degree requirements in order to successfully earn the MSGC degree:
Achieve a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher for all required courses
Complete the core curriculum
Attain the minimum clinical competencies defined and documented by each clinical training area
Complete a minimum of 50 participatory cases as required by the Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling
Complete, present, and deposit an in-depth thesis project of a selected genetic counseling issue or topic
March 15st
Send a brief summary of proposed research to designated Program Leadership
Designated program Leadership will provide feedback regarding feasibility and potential advisors
March 31st
Advisor(s) secured May 15th
Complete first draft of proposal
Include hypothesis, summary, background and proposed methodology
June 30th
Final Deadline to Submit project proposal to relevant regulatory bodies
Mid-March
Presentation of Research to clinical faculty/staff/students April 15
Final date for deposit* of thesis for May graduation**
*Deposit instructions can found on the .
** If a thesis project cannot be completed by April 15th students cannot receive their diploma in May. Students should discuss alternative deposit deadlines with Program leadership.