Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MS)

Application Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale.
2. GRE waived.
3. Final transcript from the university, college, or professional school granting the bachelor’s degree. Students currently pursuing their baccalaureate degree may submit an unofficial in-progress transcript for admission consideration.
4. Two professional references (not friends or relatives, and one should ideally be a former/current professor or instructor).
5. Statement of Intent/Personal Statement (minimum of two pages, double-spaced). In essay form, tell us about yourself.

   o What does mental health counseling mean to you, and why do you want to become a counselor? Include your personal and professional interests and goals in the counseling field.
   o What is your personal background and work history? How does it relate to the counseling field?
   o How do you demonstrate respect for groups or individuals different from you?
   o What do you see as your dedication and aptitude for succeeding in a graduate-level program?

6. A current résumé detailing education, work experiences, leadership activities, volunteer/service work, etc.

Once all application materials have been reviewed by the counseling faculty, if reasonable questions remain about an applicant's fit for the program and/or profession, the counseling faculty will invite the applicant to participate in a virtual interview to determine admission to the program.

Acceptance letters into the program are generally sent out within one week of the decision. A mandatory virtual program orientation is required before the start of the semester. This date will be in the acceptance letter.