by our College Data Analytics TeamIn the latest year, 20 U.S. colleges awarded 210 degrees and certificates in Genome Sciences/Genomics. Master’s degrees are the most popular award, at 70% of graduates. College Factual ranks 7 schools in its 2027 Best Genome Sciences/Genomics Schools ranking and compares their cost in a Best Value ranking. Graduates earn a median $43,852 one year after completing, rising to $76,616 after four years.
Studying Genome Sciences/Genomics involves the study of Genome Sciences/genomics. A Program That Focuses On The Scientific Study Of Whole Genome Sequences And Patterns Of Gene Expression. Includes Instruction In Molecular And Cellular Biology, Genetics, Protein Technologies, Genomic Sciences And Techniques, Bioinformatics, And Scientific And Research Ethics.
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings 2027. Data as of: July 2026.
In the U.S., genome sciences/genomics is a popular field of study, with 210 degrees awarded annually. 20 colleges award genome sciences/genomics degrees, an average of 10 graduates per school; the largest program awarded 44.
By level, the 210 awards include 39 bachelor’s degrees, 147 master’s degrees and 23 doctorates.
Women earned 71% of genome sciences/genomics degrees and certificates in the latest year (149 of 210). The largest groups of graduates by race and ethnicity are White (116) and Asian (31), and international students earned 15.
College Factual ranks 7 schools in its 2027 Best Genome Sciences/Genomics Schools ranking, including 4 for master’s degrees. It also ranks genome sciences/genomics schools within 4 states. In all, 20 colleges offer genome sciences/genomics programs; compare them by degree level below or in the Best Value Genome Sciences/Genomics Colleges ranking, which weighs quality against cost.
The most common genome sciences/genomics credential is the master’s degree: 147 of the 210 awarded in the latest year. Jobs related to genome sciences/genomics call most for Reading Comprehension, Active Listening and Writing, and for knowledge of Biology, English Language and Medicine and Dentistry, according to O*NET. The most important abilities are Written Comprehension, Deductive Reasoning and Oral Expression.
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How long a genome sciences/genomics degree takes:
| Degree | Typical Program Length | Graduates Annually |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degree | 4 years | 39 |
| Master’s Degree | 1-3 years | 147 |
| Doctorate | At least 4 years | 23 |
Master’s degree is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to genome sciences/genomics, at 72.4%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Master’s degree | 72.4% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 11.1% |
| Post-doctoral training | 6.7% |
| Doctoral degree | 5.2% |
| Postsecondary certificate | 1.3% |
| Some college courses | 1.0% |
| Associate’s degree (or other 2-year) | 1.0% |
| High school diploma or equivalent | 0.8% |
| Post-baccalaureate certificate | 0.3% |
| Post-master’s certificate | 0.2% |
Source: O*NET Online.
10 occupations are related to Genome Sciences/Genomics, with an average median salary of $89,736; the strongest outlook belongs to Genetic Counselors, at 13.4% projected job growth. Typical job titles include Pediatric Genetic Counselor, Reproductive Genetic Counseling Coordinator, Certified Genetic Counselor and Genetic Coordinator.
That occupation also has the most projected jobs of any related to genome sciences/genomics, at 3,289,795.
| Occupation | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Genetic Counselors | 3,289,795 | 13.4% |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | 542,888 | 10.4% |
| Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | 276,211 | 6.3% |
| Geneticists | 183,832 | -1.1% |
| Natural Sciences Managers | 179,495 | 8.7% |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | 164,357 | 8.7% |
| Biologists | 118,631 | -3.6% |
| Water Resource Specialists | 78,994 | -0.4% |
Genome Sciences/Genomics graduates earn a median $43,852 one year after completing their program, $76,616 after four years and $73,410 after five years, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
| Years Out | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $43,852 |
| 4 years | $76,616 |
| 5 years | $73,410 |
Source: College Scorecard.
The highest-paying occupation related to genome sciences/genomics is Water Resource Specialists, with a median salary of $179,716.
| Occupation | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
| Genetic Counselors | $58,726 |
| Biologists | $54,070 |
Genome Sciences/Genomics has 6 similar majors in the Biological & Biomedical Sciences field, which together award 1,628 degrees a year; the largest are Genetics, General (799), Human/Medical Genetics (477) and Molecular Genetics (259). Browse all Biological & Biomedical Sciences majors or the full list of college majors.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Genetics, General | 799 |
| Human/Medical Genetics | 477 |
| Molecular Genetics | 259 |
| Animal Genetics | 58 |
| Plant Genetics | 27 |
| Genetics, Other | 8 |
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