Genetics Degree

Genetics is a field of study within biology focused on genes, the variation of genes, and the heredity of living organisms. Specific gene function, structure, and distribution are analyzed within the context of a cell, organ, organ system, organism, and society. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer genetics degrees.

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Pennsylvania State University – College of Medicine

30 East Swedesford Road, Malvern, PA

Pennsylvania State University - College of Medicine, a public graduate level institution, is located in Hershey, Pennsylvania. This school enrolls about 800 students per year. Pennsylvania State University - College of Medicine is a highly respected healthcare and medical school and is fully accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Graduate level tuition is expected to cost close to $19,000 per year. For nonresidents of Pennsylvania the tuition rate will be higher, estimated to be around $37,000 yearly.

Areas of study available at Pennsylvania State University - College of Medicine include:

• Medicine
• Public Health
• Epidemiology
• Molecular Biology
• Microbiology
• Genetics

A school affiliated hospital is available which provides learning opportunities for students as well as access to medical and healthcare professionals for local residents.

Students should visit the school's website at med.psu.edu to obtain information on admissions, financial aid, student services and more available.

Students Enrolled in the Genetics Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Pennsylvania State University – College of Medicine has offered the following program levels for students:

• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Geneticists

Description

Research and study the inheritance of traits at the molecular, organism or population level. May evaluate or treat patients with genetic disorders.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, geneticists employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.4% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $21.17
  • Average Annual Salary: $44030
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 140
  • Average Hourly Rate: $36.97
  • Average Annual Salary: $76900

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).