Program Overview and Mission
The Columbia University MS in Genetic Counseling is a 21-month graduate program that trains students to translate complex genomic data into compassionate, patient-centered care. Students complete over 1,100 hours of direct fieldwork at top clinical sites including NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital.
The curriculum blends rigorous science with precision medicine, ethical considerations of scaling genetic/genomic services, and a strong focus on health equity. We work to improve access to genetic counseling services and remove barriers to high-quality care, particularly for underserved communities.
Our Mission
Our mission is to prepare emerging leaders in genetic counseling with a strong foundation in the genetic and genomic sciences, precision medicine, humanistic counseling, and ethical inquiry. We celebrate the rich complexity of the human experience and advocate for the use of genetics and genomics to promote social justice in health care.
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