Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master of Science in Education (MSED) degree is a 60-credit program that leads to New York State Certification in School Counseling. The program can be completed in two years full-time or three years part-time.

Program Structure

• The full-time program requires attending classes 2-3 days per week and some afternoon classes.
• The part-time program requires attending classes 2 days per week during the afternoon and evening.

Professionalism and Conduct

Responsible preparation for work in school and mental health settings requires that candidates demonstrate appropriate professionalism in appearance, demeanor, and personal characteristics, including:

• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Professional judgment
• Insight
• Compassion
• Ethical conduct Candidates must also demonstrate sensitivity to client issues and effective management of personal stress or adjustment difficulties.

Program Requirements

To maintain matriculation and complete the program, students must receive a favorable review with regards to:

• Grades (a minimum GPA of 3.0)
• Attendance, punctuality, and participation in classes
• Personal, professional, and ethical conduct as established by the program

Admission Requirements

• Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (or the foreign equivalent).
• The requirements for admissions include:
  • Undergraduate GPA (3.0 or higher)
  • Completion of 5 undergraduate prerequisite courses:
    • Introduction to psychology
    • Developmental psychology (child, adolescent, or life span)
    • Abnormal psychology
    • Statistics
    • Sociology, Anthropology, or Social psychology
  • 500-word essay outlining reasons for choosing a career in counseling
  • Three (3) letters of recommendation (from professors, supervisors, or professional references)

Admission Process

• Students who receive acceptable ratings in the first round of review will be invited to campus for the second round, which will include a group interview with the counseling faculty and a writing sample.
• The Counseling program does not accept non-matriculated students.

Application Details

• Applications are accepted up to March 1 for September admission.
• Applications are accepted online only.