Master’s in Counseling Admission Requirements
Prerequisites for master’s in Counseling degree
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or recognized international institution
- Cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher (will consider lower GPAs for highly qualified applicants)
- 9 credits in undergraduate psychology coursework with a grade of B or higher
- 3 of the 9 credits may be in an area closely related to psychology
- Applicants are recommended to have three undergraduate credits in either abnormal psychology or psychopathology
- Minimum of 6-9 months of field experience working in social service agencies, mental health professions, or substance use intervention sites
Required materials
- Application
- Official transcript for the last degree earned
International transcripts must include an official course-by-course evaluation of all academic work from an accredited academic evaluating service - Résumé
For Clinical Mental Health Counseling applicants, significant experience in the field of Counseling must be demonstrated - Two letters of recommendation
Letters may come from employers, professors, or professional associates - Personal statement
- A 200‑500-word personal statement detailing your interest in the counseling program, relevant academic and personal experience, and how a master’s in Counseling degree will impact your career goals
- Interview
Once all required materials are received, you will be contacted to meet with the review committee for an interview
International applicants
Please consult our international admission requirements, or for specific queries, contact your admissions officer.
Deadlines
Completed application and all supporting documents must be received by:
- March 1 for priority consideration
- July 15 for the fall semester
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