Pocatello,
ID,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Counseling in Student Affairs Counseling in Pocatello United States | Idaho State University
Idaho State University
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Pocatello United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
30,152
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Master of Counseling program builds a robust foundation for students pursuing careers in helping professions. This curriculum equips future counselors to address evolving societal needs and the growing demands of the counseling field. Beyond mastering eight core competencies, graduates gain specialized expertise through concentrations in Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling, School Counseling, and Student Affairs Counseling. The program covers Human Growth and Development to comprehend individuals' needs across all life stages and cultural backgrounds. It emphasizes Social and Cultural Foundations to prepare counselors for diverse populations. Students develop proficiency in Counseling and Consultation techniques, while also learning group dynamics, counseling theories, and group intervention strategies. The curriculum includes career development principles and teaches various assessment methods for both individuals and groups.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The applicant must:
Have a bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited in the United States, or its equivalent from a school in another country (must complete degree before onset of classes in the Fall semester in year of acceptance).
Meet the guidelines for admission set forth by the Graduate School and the Department of Counseling. Those individuals meeting both criteria will be invited for an interview. The minimum master's level standards for admission using the GPA Standardized Test (last 60 credits) are as follows:
3.0 to 4.0 40th Percentile on at least one area of the GRE or 40thPercentile on the MAT
2.5 to 2.999 Combined Verbal and Quantitative (V + Q) score of 300 on GRE or 45th Percentile on the MAT
Below 2.499 No Admission
The method for calculating an admission GPA is based on the last 60 semester undergraduate credits (90 quarter credits).
3. Prospective students are expected to come to campus (Pocatello or Meridian) for an interview. Selected applicants will be interviewed by the Department of Counseling Admissions Committee as part of the admissions procedure. Ultimately, one's GPA and test scores qualify one to take part in the interview process.
4. Submit three (3) letters of recommendation from individuals who have knowledge of the applicant's academic capabilities, work performance, professional potential, and character.
Toefl Internet-based test (iBT): a total score of 80 with a score of at least 20 on each Section, Computer-based test: a total score of 213 with a score of at least 21 on Section 1 (Listening Comprehension) on the computer test, Toefl Paper-based test: a total score of 550 with a score of at least 55 on Section l (Listening Comprehension) on the paper test. Satisfactory IELTS performance for Classified admission includes scoring 6.5 or higher on the total band score. Photocopies of TOEFL and/or IELTS scores will not be accepted.
Have a bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited in the United States, or its equivalent from a school in another country (must complete degree before onset of classes in the Fall semester in year of acceptance).
Meet the guidelines for admission set forth by the Graduate School and the Department of Counseling. Those individuals meeting both criteria will be invited for an interview. The minimum master's level standards for admission using the GPA Standardized Test (last 60 credits) are as follows:
3.0 to 4.0 40th Percentile on at least one area of the GRE or 40thPercentile on the MAT
2.5 to 2.999 Combined Verbal and Quantitative (V + Q) score of 300 on GRE or 45th Percentile on the MAT
Below 2.499 No Admission
The method for calculating an admission GPA is based on the last 60 semester undergraduate credits (90 quarter credits).
3. Prospective students are expected to come to campus (Pocatello or Meridian) for an interview. Selected applicants will be interviewed by the Department of Counseling Admissions Committee as part of the admissions procedure. Ultimately, one's GPA and test scores qualify one to take part in the interview process.
4. Submit three (3) letters of recommendation from individuals who have knowledge of the applicant's academic capabilities, work performance, professional potential, and character.
Toefl Internet-based test (iBT): a total score of 80 with a score of at least 20 on each Section, Computer-based test: a total score of 213 with a score of at least 21 on Section 1 (Listening Comprehension) on the computer test, Toefl Paper-based test: a total score of 550 with a score of at least 55 on Section l (Listening Comprehension) on the paper test. Satisfactory IELTS performance for Classified admission includes scoring 6.5 or higher on the total band score. Photocopies of TOEFL and/or IELTS scores will not be accepted.
Tuition
USD
30,152