Our Master of Arts (M.A.) in Counseling in Educational Settings prepares professional practitioners in School Counseling to become change agents in their school and community through a system perspective where all students are served. Our program fosters reflection and ambition in our graduates as they participate in a curriculum designed to translate theory into realistic action.
Completed Application FormBachelor's degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learningOfficial transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)Current professional resumeCertificate Program AcknowledgementTypewritten statement of professional objectivesIn a maximum of two pages, tell us about how you might use this program to advance your career. Educational goals beyond the master's level, if applicable, are also relevant. Place your objectives within a context that includes your experiences and the way these have influenced you in considering counseling as a career path.Two letters of recommendation from professional sources that speak to the applicant's academic aptitudeRecommended minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2 (On a 4.0 scale)Interview (The Faculty Admissions Committee will contact applicants directly to schedule an interview. The interview may be in person or via phone for distance applicants).On-site writing sample (conducted during interview)