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.

APPLICATION DEADLINES

Fall Semester August 1
Spring Semester December 1
Summer Semester April 1
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Director of Graduate Admissions
845.575.3800