Fargo,
ND,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision in Fargo United States | North Dakota State University
North Dakota State University
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Fargo United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
13,274
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
42 months
The Counselor Education Program provides advanced graduate studies culminating in a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Counselor Education and Supervision. This CACREP-accredited doctoral program maintains rigorous academic standards through the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs. Our graduates develop leadership skills for careers in teaching, clinical supervision, counseling, research, and advocacy. The program fosters a personalized, relationship-focused learning environment tailored to diverse student needs. With limited annual admissions, faculty cultivate meaningful connections while supporting each student's academic goals. Our counselor education professors bring diverse theoretical perspectives and specialized knowledge to the program.
Earning the Counselor Education and Supervision doctorate demands completion of at least 60 semester credits post-master's degree. Requirements include core coursework, electives, a 600-hour doctoral internship, comprehensive examinations, and a dissertation.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
The Counselor Education Program welcomes applications from all persons who meet the entrance requirements and highly encourages members of culturally-diverse groups to apply.
Required documents for graduate admission application for the NDSU Counselor Education and Supervision doctoral program include:
A completed application (including official transcripts from all colleges/universities where coursework was completed)
Curriculum vitae or resume
Personal and professional references
A detailed statement of purpose
Admission Criteria
In order to be considered for admission to the program, applicants must:
Meet graduate school minimum requirements for admission and have evidence of academic aptitude for doctoral-level study.
Have a master's degree in counseling, or a closely related field that closely aligns with CACREP standards. Graduates from CACREP-accredited programs receive preference. Students with master's degrees from non-CACREP accredited programs may be considered, but they must meet all CACREP requirements for a master's degree prior to taking related core doctoral classes.
Previous professional experience.
Show evidence of fitness for the counseling profession, including self-awareness and emotional stability during interactions with faculty and other students that occur in the interview process.
Show evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills, and professional potential by submitting a statement of purpose essay. The applicant's statement of purpose should address: (1) goals for obtaining a doctoral degree, (2) professional experience, (3) research interests, and (4) potential for scholarship, professional leadership, and advocacy.
Show evidence of cultural sensitivity and awareness.
Understand and comply with the American Counseling Code of Ethics or ASCA ethical standards where appropriate).
Sign a disclosure statement regarding activities which may be deemed inappropriate by professional and/or ethical standards.
Complete all international student requirements, where appropriate.
TOEFL iBT 71, IELTS 6, Duolingo 105, 525 (paper-based)
At the baccalaureate level, the applicant must have earned a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0, or equivalent, to attain full standing in a graduate degree program. Applicants whose last degree completed is a graduate degree may be admitted in full standing if the final GPA of that degree is at least 3.0 or equivalent.
Required documents for graduate admission application for the NDSU Counselor Education and Supervision doctoral program include:
A completed application (including official transcripts from all colleges/universities where coursework was completed)
Curriculum vitae or resume
Personal and professional references
A detailed statement of purpose
Admission Criteria
In order to be considered for admission to the program, applicants must:
Meet graduate school minimum requirements for admission and have evidence of academic aptitude for doctoral-level study.
Have a master's degree in counseling, or a closely related field that closely aligns with CACREP standards. Graduates from CACREP-accredited programs receive preference. Students with master's degrees from non-CACREP accredited programs may be considered, but they must meet all CACREP requirements for a master's degree prior to taking related core doctoral classes.
Previous professional experience.
Show evidence of fitness for the counseling profession, including self-awareness and emotional stability during interactions with faculty and other students that occur in the interview process.
Show evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills, and professional potential by submitting a statement of purpose essay. The applicant's statement of purpose should address: (1) goals for obtaining a doctoral degree, (2) professional experience, (3) research interests, and (4) potential for scholarship, professional leadership, and advocacy.
Show evidence of cultural sensitivity and awareness.
Understand and comply with the American Counseling Code of Ethics or ASCA ethical standards where appropriate).
Sign a disclosure statement regarding activities which may be deemed inappropriate by professional and/or ethical standards.
Complete all international student requirements, where appropriate.
TOEFL iBT 71, IELTS 6, Duolingo 105, 525 (paper-based)
At the baccalaureate level, the applicant must have earned a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0, or equivalent, to attain full standing in a graduate degree program. Applicants whose last degree completed is a graduate degree may be admitted in full standing if the final GPA of that degree is at least 3.0 or equivalent.
Tuition
USD
13,274