Applicants must also meet the following program requirements. Requirements may be more stringent than the minimum graduate school requirements.
Earn a four-year baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or an equivalent degree from a non-U.S. institution,
Achieve at least a 2.7 undergraduate cumulative GPA, and
Applicants must have graduated from a regionally accredited institution of higher education with a master's degree in counseling within the past 15 years. The degree must have included a practicum (not field placement).
Evidence of academic aptitude for continued graduate-level study as evidenced by a GPA of 3.3 on their previously completed advanced degree.
Personal Statement A one-page statement focusing on the applicant's motivation and rationale for seeking admission to the program and their background and goals related to professional studies.
Resume A focused summary of program-relevant, educational, career, and/or life experiences.
Experience A minimum of two (2) years of documented work experience involves working with school-aged children or adolescents (ages 5-18). This experience may include paid, professional roles or structured volunteer experiences in organized work settings. It should be focused on improving the children's mental health, behavior, academic success, or social skills. Activities such as parenting, babysitting, and daycare do not qualify.
Three recommendations Request recommendation forms from three professional supervisors and/or supervising professors that address the applicant's professional work quality. Applicants may request recommendation letters in addition to completing the recommendation form. Applicants are encouraged to ask recommenders to submit a recommendation letter if this could enhance their application materials. Recommendation forms and letters must come directly from your reference.


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