North Carolina · Genetics

Best Genetics institutions in North Carolina, 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
6
offering CIP 26.08
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
86
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$16,628
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
85%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Genetic Counselors
$88,960
BLS OEWS 2024

6 institutions offering Genetics in North Carolina

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

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1North Carolina State University at Raleigh
Raleigh Public
4085%
2Duke University
Durham Private not-for-profit
2897%$16,260
3University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Greensboro Public
856%
4University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill Public
791%
5Davidson College
Davidson Private not-for-profit
291%$16,628
6Wake Forest University
Winston-Salem Private not-for-profit
189%$20,914

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 North Carolina

Jobs in North Carolina
110
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$88,960
median $87,850
Best-paying metro
$93,620
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC

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Genetic Counselors
$88,960 avg · 110 jobs

Common questions

Answers for students comparing Genetics programs in North Carolina.

How much do Genetic Counselors earn in North Carolina?+

The average annual wage for Genetic Counselors in North Carolina is $88,960 (median $87,850), across about 110 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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