New York · Genetics

Best Genetics institutions in New York, ranked by earnings

The Genetics program focuses on the study of DNA structures and expressions, exploring how these variations contribute to differences among organisms. This field is ideal for students interested in biological and biomedical sciences,…

Institutions
8
offering CIP 26.08
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
77
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$24,639
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
76%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Genetic Counselors
$101,880
BLS OEWS 2024

8 institutions offering Genetics in New York

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1Columbia University in the City of New York
New York Private not-for-profit
1796%$15,315
2Cornell University
Ithaca Private not-for-profit
1395%$17,613
3Long Island University
Brookville Private not-for-profit
1257%$24,639
4Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Bronx Private not-for-profit
9
5University of Rochester
Rochester Private not-for-profit
885%$25,874
6Stony Brook University
Stony Brook Public
776%
7SUNY at Fredonia
Fredonia Public
750%
8University at Buffalo
Buffalo Public
475%

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Genetic Counselors (SOC 29-9092).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+9.3%
Much faster than average
Openings / yr (US)
~300
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$98,910
typically Master's degree

Top skills

Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningCritical ThinkingWritingSpeakingActive Learning

What Genetic Counselors earn in New York

Jobs in New York
320
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$101,880
median $100,110
Best-paying metro
$108,070
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ

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Genetic Counselors
$101,880 avg · 320 jobs

Common questions

Answers for students comparing Genetics programs in New York.

How much do Genetic Counselors earn in New York?+

The average annual wage for Genetic Counselors in New York is $101,880 (median $100,110), across about 320 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

What is the focus of the Genetics program?+

The Genetics program focuses on the study of DNA structures and expressions, exploring how these variations contribute to differences among organisms. This field is ideal for students interested in biological and biomedical sciences,…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop reading comprehension, active listening, critical thinking, writing, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for Genetic Counselors?+

The national job outlook is about +9.3% growth with around 300 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A Master's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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