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Master of School Counseling

New York Institute of Technology

Old Westbury, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Master

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 from an accredited institution
Official transcripts (NACES evaluation may be required for non-US degrees)
Programme prerequisites
GRE for some programmes.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from an accredited institution, Programme-specific prerequisites, Official transcripts, NACES evaluation may be required for non-US degrees, GRE only for some programmes.

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 79
PTE Academic 53
Duolingo 105

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
English Language Test Results (If Applicable)
Credential Evaluation (If Applicable).

How to apply

Check programme requirements and deadlines
International applicants are advised to apply by 1 July (Fall) or 15 December (Spring). Apply online (50 USD fee)
PA programmes use CASPA
PT uses PTCAS
OT may use OTCAS. Upload unofficial transcripts
Send official copies and a NACES evaluation if required
English test scores. Receive the offer. Submit the affidavit of support and bank letter ($61
750-$83
350 by credit load) to receive the I-Apply for the F-1 visa.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$25,200, $33,300 USD
Application fee	$50 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	New York City
Faculty or school	College of Arts & Sciences
Department	Psychology and Counseling
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	University scholarship eligibility, Funding and application conditions require confirmation.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
1 Dec 2026
17 days left
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 Jul 2027
229 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.