Master of Arts In Mental Health Counseling

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ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS

Applicants to the MA in Mental Health Counseling program must submit:

  • Graduate admissions application.
  • $50.00 application fee (non-refundable).
  • Official undergraduate (and graduate) transcripts.
  • The undergraduate transcript should document a major in psychology or a closely related field. It must also indicate a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 (based on a system where a 4.0 equals an A grade).
  • Non-psychology major applicants must demonstrate that they have taken undergraduate coursework in general psychology, statistics, research methods. Coursework in undergraduate psychological testing/assessment is also preferred, and applicants may be asked to take our proficiency exam in this area. A minimum grade of 3.0 is required in these courses.
  • A current resume.
  • Three letters of reference that attest to the applicant's ability to be successful in graduate school and the field of mental health counseling.
  • Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Scores - Verbal, Quantitative, and Writing. Applicants who can demonstrate the successful completion of graduate coursework elsewhere may be exempted from the GRE.
  • A Personal Statement of intent, describing the applicant's personal qualities, and academic and career goals related to mental health counseling.
  • Qualified applicants will be interviewed.
  • Note: All applicants admitted to the program are expected to utilize the American Psychological Association (APA) writing style in their written assignments. Applicants are strongly advised to acquire a copy of the latest edition of the Publication Manual of the APA.

 


APPLICATION DEADLINES

Fall Semester application materials, including GRE scores, must be received by the Graduate & Adult Enrollment Office by Aprl 15.

Note:

  • Fall Semester applications received after the deadline would be considered on a case by case basis.
  • Applications to initiate the program during other semesters, although exceptional, would also be handled on a case by case basis.
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Email:
Director of Graduate Admissions
845.575.3800