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Master of School Counseling

Murray State University

  • Murray, United States
  • 2 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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Murray State University campus

About the program

Master's preparing certified school counsellors.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Learners studying School Counseling can develop the ability to evaluate social and behavioural evidence
  • Apply relevant research methods and ethical principles
  • And communicate findings to diverse audiences
  • And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
  • Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

  • School counselor in public
  • Private and charter schools
  • Mental health counselor
  • CASAC-T

Curriculum

  • 60 credits
  • Listed as four years part time or full time
  • With in-person and online courses. Covers research
  • Technology in school counselling and culturally responsive practice
  • With practicum and internship in schools. Optional dual licensure as mental health counselor and CASAC-T.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Bachelor's degree with university transcripts
  • GPA 2.75 to 3.0 depending on programme
  • English test (IELTS 6.0
  • TOEFL iBT 71
  • PTE 51
  • Duolingo 100)
  • Proof of funds 21
  • 600 USD
  • GRE/GMAT
  • References or statement of purpose for some programmes
  • Grade/context: Bachelor GPA 2.75 to 3.0 on 4.0 scale depending on programme (2.75 Accountancy and Analytics
  • 3.0 most others).

Minimum GPA

2.75

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree or equivalent (some programmes require a specific field), University transcripts with grading scale, Diploma/graduation certificate, Passport copy, Bank statement showing at least 21, 600 USD (or scholarship letter), Programme-specific extras: letters of reference, Statement of purpose, GRE/GMAT for certain programmes.

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.0
  • TOEFL iBT 71
  • PTE Academic 51
  • Duolingo 100
  • TOEIC 790

Other requirements

  • Interview required

Documents you’ll need

  • Passport Copy
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Qualification Certificate
  • English Test Results
  • Financial Support Documents.

How to apply

  1. Check the master's requirements
  2. Programme-specific rules and deadlines: Fall 2027 June 28
  3. Spring 2027 October Apply online and pay the 100 USD fee. Upload passport
  4. University transcripts
  5. Degree certificate
  6. Reference letters
  7. Statement of purpose
  8. GRE or GMAT if required
  9. English test and a bank statement of at least 21
  10. 600 USD.

Other costs

Tuition per year$10,008, $11,358 USD
Application fee$100 USD
Deposit$500 USD

Program details

CampusMain campus
Faculty or schoolCollege of Education and Human Services
DepartmentEducational Studies, Leadership and Counseling
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value42,60
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay1 year
Scholarship noteScholarships or financial assistance may be available at Murray State University for eligible students based on academic merit, financial need, program criteria, or funding availability.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    August 2027

    Apply by

    28 Jun 2027

    226 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 2 years.