Storrs,
CT,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Educational Psychology - School Counseling in Storrs United States | University of Connecticut
University of Connecticut
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Storrs United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
40,746
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The University of Connecticut's (UConn) Master of Arts in Counselor Education program focuses on serving students from diverse backgrounds. This comprehensive curriculum weaves diversity and inclusion throughout all educational levels while meeting Connecticut's certification standards for school counselors. The program combines theoretical foundations with practical research, aligning with the American School Counseling Association's (ACSA) National Model. As a UConn graduate student, you'll develop skills to implement impactful school-based interventions while fostering personal growth through individual and group experiences. While primarily delivered in-person, the program offers flexible online and hybrid course options. Although summer enrollment is available, most candidates commence their studies in the fall semester.
This Educational Psychology MA with a School Counseling specialization holds accreditation from CACREP, NCATE, and the State of Connecticut. The coursework equips graduates with the competencies needed for Connecticut's school counselor certification (068) and prepares them for national counselor certification through the NBCC.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
You must hold a Bachelors' Degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
A cumulative GPA for their most recent degree of 3.0 or higher for the entire degree
Please make sure your official transcripts, resume, and essay have all been uploaded before you make your submission. All materials are final once submitted.
Resume
Application Essay
Three letters of recommendation:
During the application process, an applicant is asked to provide contact information for three recommenders. The recommenders submitting letters on your behalf should do so electronically through our application system. The recommenders will be sent an email with direction and log-in information on where they can upload letters of recommendation. Be sure to mark ‘Yes' for the online submission question on the Provider Input Form.
At least one letter of recommendation should speak to your academic abilities and readiness to engage in graduate level coursework.
Receiving minimum overall scores of 79 (Internet-based test – iBT), 550 (Old Paper-based test – PBT) or 22/30 on each of the Listening, Reading, and Writing sections (''New'' Paper-based test- PBT) or higher on the TOEFL test.
Receiving a minimum overall score of 6.5 or higher on the IELTS test.
Receiving a minimum overall score of 53 or higher on the PTE test, or
A cumulative GPA for their most recent degree of 3.0 or higher for the entire degree
Please make sure your official transcripts, resume, and essay have all been uploaded before you make your submission. All materials are final once submitted.
Resume
Application Essay
Three letters of recommendation:
During the application process, an applicant is asked to provide contact information for three recommenders. The recommenders submitting letters on your behalf should do so electronically through our application system. The recommenders will be sent an email with direction and log-in information on where they can upload letters of recommendation. Be sure to mark ‘Yes' for the online submission question on the Provider Input Form.
At least one letter of recommendation should speak to your academic abilities and readiness to engage in graduate level coursework.
Receiving minimum overall scores of 79 (Internet-based test – iBT), 550 (Old Paper-based test – PBT) or 22/30 on each of the Listening, Reading, and Writing sections (''New'' Paper-based test- PBT) or higher on the TOEFL test.
Receiving a minimum overall score of 6.5 or higher on the IELTS test.
Receiving a minimum overall score of 53 or higher on the PTE test, or
Tuition
USD
40,746