Genetic Counseling at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
If you are interested in studying Genetic Counseling, consider the program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus sits in Pittsburgh, PA.
During the most recent reporting year, 12 genetic counseling degrees were awarded at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus.
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Online Class Availability at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Distance learning is available at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus. Among 35,724 students, 1,465 (4%) studied exclusively online and 6,044 (17%) took at least some classes online.
Genetic Counseling Rankings at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Rankings can help you compare University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus’s Genetic Counseling program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #2 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #7 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #10 of 15 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #22 of 24 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Genetic Counseling graduates at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Genetic Counseling graduates at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus are 92% women (11) and 8% men (1).
Genetic Counseling Master’s Program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Among the 12 master’s genetic counseling graduates at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, 92% were women (11) and 8% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Genetic Counseling master’s degree recipients at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
Minority students account for 25% of Genetic Counseling master’s degree recipients at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, lower than the national average of 27%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for Genetic Counseling Graduates
Those who complete Genetic Counseling program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for Genetic Counseling graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Genetic Counselors | $58,726 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.