Akron,
OH,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in School Counseling in Akron United States | University of Akron
University of Akron
|
Akron United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
19,192
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The University of Akron's School of Counseling provides a Master's program in School Counseling, aligned with CACREP and Ohio Department of Education requirements. This curriculum equips students to serve as capable leaders in reshaping school counseling practices through the ASCA National Model framework.
The program's core curriculum follows the eight key domains outlined in the 2009 CACREP Standards: professional identity, multicultural competence, developmental psychology, career guidance, counseling techniques, group dynamics, assessment methods, and research evaluation. Specialized classes cover school counseling fundamentals, contextual aspects, and consultation strategies. A distinctive program feature emphasizes developing advocacy skills, enabling future counselors to help students and families navigate obstacles to academic and personal growth.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Bachelors degree from accredited university, conferred prior to program start date.
Application can be submitted during final semester of bachelors degree.
No restrictions on type of undergraduate degree, any bachelors degree accepted.
Full admission = A cumulative 2.5 GPA or better for all undergraduate coursework.
Bachelors degree from accredited university, conferred prior to program start date.
Application can be submitted during final semester of bachelors degree.
No restrictions on type of undergraduate degree, any bachelors degree accepted.
Full admission = A cumulative 2.5 GPA or better for all undergraduate coursework.
School of Counseling application supplement form
Three letters of recommendation (departmental reference form)
BCI (Bureau of Criminal Investigation clearance)
Interview will be required for applicants who meet admission criteria
A minimum score of 6.5 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
A minimum score of 79 on the internet based TOEFL.
Application can be submitted during final semester of bachelors degree.
No restrictions on type of undergraduate degree, any bachelors degree accepted.
Full admission = A cumulative 2.5 GPA or better for all undergraduate coursework.
Bachelors degree from accredited university, conferred prior to program start date.
Application can be submitted during final semester of bachelors degree.
No restrictions on type of undergraduate degree, any bachelors degree accepted.
Full admission = A cumulative 2.5 GPA or better for all undergraduate coursework.
School of Counseling application supplement form
Three letters of recommendation (departmental reference form)
BCI (Bureau of Criminal Investigation clearance)
Interview will be required for applicants who meet admission criteria
A minimum score of 6.5 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
A minimum score of 79 on the internet based TOEFL.
Tuition
USD
19,192