Human Genetics Program
One Year Post-baccalaureate Masters Degree

The Human Genetics Program offers a 1-year, post-baccalaurate Master of Biomedical Science Degree with a concentration in Human Genetics. We are part of the Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program at Tulane University School of Medicine. Our program is a multidisciplinary, interdepartmental program combining clinical genetics, biochemical genetics, molecular genetics, population genetics and cytogenetics.

Our 1-year non-thesis Master Degree program is designed to give graduates an in-depth understanding of the rapidly advancing field of human genetics. It is designed to prepare qualified individuals for careers in the health sciences and to provide a more in-depth educational experience to enhance the opportunity of an individual being admitted to a postgraduate professional school such as medical school or Ph.D. programs.

The length of the program is two semesters, starting in the fall followed by the spring semester. Students undertake 30 hours of coursework and write an extensive paper on a subject in the field of Human Genetics. No research is required, and therefore this is considered a "non-thesis" degree.

Average scores and ranges for students accepted to our Masters program last year (2012-2013 application year) are as follows:

We also look for a strong background in science classes such as Organic Chemistry, Genetics, Molecular or Cellular Biology, Biochemistry, etc. Excellent letters of recommendation are also important.The cost of the program for the 2012-2013 school year will be $21,000 plus fees (semester costs are calculated by credit hour for each semester).

There are no scholarships or stipends. Information on the possibility of financial aid loans can be found at the Tulane University Office of Financial Aid's website at http://www.finaidhsc.tulane.edu/.

For questions regarding the Masters Degree program contact:

Karen Weissbecker, LMSW, Ph.D., FACMG
Director of Graduate Studies
Hayward Genetics Center SL-31
Tulane University Medical Center
1430 Tulane Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70112
(504)988-6242
(504)988-1763(FAX)
e-mail: kremer@tulane.edu