Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master of Science in School Counseling is a 60-semester-hour program that prepares students to counsel in PK-12 school settings. Upon completion of the degree program, students will have met all relevant educational requirements for Texas Education Agency school counselor certification and Texas professional counseling licensure (LPC).

Program Details

This program prepares students to counsel in PK-12 school settings. Upon completion of the degree program, students will have met all relevant educational requirements for Texas Education Agency school counselor certification and Texas professional counseling licensure (LPC). Programs in the Department of Counseling and Educational Psychology are accredited by The Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).

Application Deadlines

• Domestic Students:
  • Priority deadline for receipt of complete applications to be reviewed for an admissions decision:
    • Fall: June 1
    • Spring: November 1
    • Summer I: March 1
    • Summer II: Not Offered
  • Last day to submit Domestic applications:
    • Fall: July 1
    • Spring: November 1
    • Summer I: May 1
    • Summer II: Not Offered
• International Students:
  • Priority deadline for receipt of complete applications to be reviewed for an admissions decision:
    • Fall: February 15
    • Spring: September 17
    • Summer I: February 15
    • Summer II: Not Offered
  • Last day to submit International applications:
    • Fall: April 15
    • Spring: September 17
    • Summer I: April 15
    • Summer II: Not Offered

Application Requirements

• Complete Application for Admission
• Application fee: $50 for US citizens, $70 for International Students
• Requirements:
  • Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate coursework taken at any accredited college or university attended
  • Essay (500-700 word written essay, including one's personal/professional career plans, goals, and a statement indicating one's ability to work individually and in groups with diverse populations)
  • Face-to-face interview with admissions committee
  • Three references submitted through the M.S Counseling Reference Rating Form
  • TEA docs and Exit Policy
  • 3.0 GPA required (GPAs as low as 2.75 may be considered)
• Additional International Applicant Requirements:
  • Copy of current Visa (if applicable)
  • English Language Proficiency:
    • Official TOEFL score minimum paper-based score of 550 or internet-based score of 79-80
    • Official IELTS score minimum 6.5

Comprehensive Examination

In addition to successful completion of all courses required for graduation, students are required to pass a comprehensive written examination. Students become eligible to take this examination while enrolled in practicum. All students should have completed pre-requisites prior to enrollment in practicum.