Supplemental application form
Grade-point average of 3.0 in all undergraduate coursework is ordinarily considered the minimum standard for admission.

All applicants must submit two essays as part of the application requirements::
Essay one: Applicants explain reasons for entering the counseling program and employment goals. Applicants should describe experiences and accomplishments in working with children, youth and/or adults. Additionally, applicants must describe their strengths and areas for growth from their perspective as well as the perspective of others.

Essay two: Applicants are asked to recall constructive feedback from past instructors and supervisors and describe a time when they were given constructive feedback and how they responded to it. The Counselor Competency Statement must be used as a guide and is available on the link (https://www.oakland.edu/counseling/).

The statements of purpose will be evaluated based on a) clarity of goals, b) whether or not the applicant's goals are congruent with our program, c) experience and accomplishments, d) awareness of strengths and areas for growth, e) ability to receive and accept feedback, and f) writing skills.

Requirements for recommendations
Recommendations are important to the application procedure. The two required references must be from professionals, professors, or employers who can attest to the applicant's academic potential, readiness for graduate study, and interpersonal skills. All letters of recommendation will be rated on a case-by-case basis.
Following a successful review of the above requirements, students will be invited to an interview to assess interpersonal skills.

Admission eligibility
TOEFL (internet): 79
TOEFL (paper): 550
TOEFL (computer): 213
Note: You may use MyBest TOEFL
or IELTS: 6.5
or PTE Academic: 53