PS The Statement of Purpose should succinctly describe your reasons for applying to the genetic counseling program, your preparation for this field, research interests, future career plans, and other aspects of your background and interests which may aid the review committee in evaluating your aptititude and motivation for genetic counseling. Please limit your personal statement to 500-750 words maximum. We prefer double spaced submissions. CV CV (Resume) - In order for us to most equitably compare our applicants, please attach as part of your online application a resume or CV that specifically includes the following. Please note, not all are required, but all are considered in the selection of interview candidates. 1.Information about any genetic counseling observations or internships you have performed–including the length of time; 2.Any bench or clinical research experience; 3.Any publications or abstracts on which you are named as an author, including full citations. (Please do NOT attach such documents); 4.Any volunteer or paid counseling experiences (e.g. peer counselor, crisis counselor, sexual assault or domestic violence counseling); 5.Any volunteer or paid experiences with patients in a medical setting (e.g. patient advocate, health educator, clinical research recruiter); 6.Exposure to persons with disability Fee The application fee is $125, is non-refundable, and must be received by the appropriate application deadline. RL Recommendations (3) – Your references must be submitted online. You can enter your recommender’s contact information into the online application even before you “submit” your application. Transcript Two official transcripts should be sent from every post-secondary institution you have attended for at least one year as a full-time student. Transcripts from any other schools are optional unless they document fulfillment of course pre-requisites, in which case they are required to be sent. Transcripts must bear the official seal of the institution and the signature of the Registrar. All records should clearly indicate the name under which you are applying to Stanford. Request that your hard copy transcripts be sent directly to the following address (DO NOT mail application materials to the Office of Graduate Admissions): MS Program in Human Genetics and Genetic Counseling Stanford University 300 Pasteur Drive, H315 MC 5208 Stanford, CA 94305-5208