Genetic Counseling at Vanderbilt University
If you are interested in studying Genetic Counseling, take a look at what Vanderbilt University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Vanderbilt University is in Nashville, TN.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 7 genetic counseling degrees were awarded at Vanderbilt University.
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Online Class Availability at Vanderbilt University
Many students take online classes at Vanderbilt University. Of 13,575 students, 652 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 666 (5%) took at least some classes online.
Genetic Counseling Rankings at Vanderbilt University
Use these rankings to compare Vanderbilt University’s Genetic Counseling program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #None of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #None |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #None of 15 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #None of 3 |
| Best Value | Tennessee | #None |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #None of 24 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Genetic Counseling graduates at Vanderbilt University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Genetic Counseling graduates at Vanderbilt University are 100% women (7) and 0% men (0).
Genetic Counseling Master’s Program at Vanderbilt University
Among the 7 master’s genetic counseling degrees awarded at Vanderbilt University, 100% were women (7) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Genetic Counseling master’s degree recipients at Vanderbilt University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 29% of Genetic Counseling master’s degree recipients at Vanderbilt University, above the national average of 27%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Top-Paying Careers for Genetic Counseling Graduates
Those who complete Genetic Counseling program at Vanderbilt University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-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.