Atlanta,
GA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Counseling Psychology in Atlanta United States | Georgia State University
Georgia State University
|
Atlanta United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,246
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
66 months
Counseling psychology is a specialized practice area in psychology emphasizing client strengths, person-environment dynamics, cultural diversity, and career growth. Earning a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology equips graduates for diverse leadership positions such as academic faculty, research scientists, clinical therapists, organizational consultants, or mental health service administrators. Our program is conveniently located in downtown Atlanta, adjacent to five APA-approved pre-doctoral internship locations offering valuable practicum experiences. Graduates meet the educational requirements for professional licensure as practicing psychologists.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
When applying to the counseling psychology program, you will need to submit several documents for review.
Online application
$50 application fee
Goals statement (upload with the application)
Resume (upload with the application)
Writing sample (upload with the application)
Three letters of recommendation (identify your recommenders on the application)
Proof of completion of a bachelor's degree (and master's degree, if relevant)
Official transcript(s): graduate (minimum 2.5 undergraduate GPA if no master's).
In addition, if English is not the primary language, official TOEFL or IETLS scores must be submitted to Georgia State University. TOEFL scores should be submitted using school code 5251 and IETLS scores can be submitted by selecting Georgia State University Graduate Admissions. Applicants must submit a minimum TOEFL score of 79 or a minimum IETLS score of 6.5 for graduate admission. Applicants who completed a degree within the United States, will not be required to take the English proficiency exam. For additional questions regarding international credentials, please contact your college admission advisor directly.
Online application
$50 application fee
Goals statement (upload with the application)
Resume (upload with the application)
Writing sample (upload with the application)
Three letters of recommendation (identify your recommenders on the application)
Proof of completion of a bachelor's degree (and master's degree, if relevant)
Official transcript(s): graduate (minimum 2.5 undergraduate GPA if no master's).
In addition, if English is not the primary language, official TOEFL or IETLS scores must be submitted to Georgia State University. TOEFL scores should be submitted using school code 5251 and IETLS scores can be submitted by selecting Georgia State University Graduate Admissions. Applicants must submit a minimum TOEFL score of 79 or a minimum IETLS score of 6.5 for graduate admission. Applicants who completed a degree within the United States, will not be required to take the English proficiency exam. For additional questions regarding international credentials, please contact your college admission advisor directly.
Tuition
USD
24,246