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Master of Addiction Counseling
- Providence, United States
- 1.5 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
21-credit certificate in alcohol and other drug abuse counselling.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop subject knowledge in Addiction Counseling and apply discipline-appropriate methods
- Assess relevant evidence
- And communicate informed conclusions.
Career outcomes
- Substance abuse counselling (prevention
- Intervention and treatment)
Curriculum
- 21-credit certificate teaching the theories
- Techniques and core functions of substance abuse counselling
- With a focus on evidence-based research and best-practice standards in prevention
- Intervention and treatment of alcohol and other drug disorders. Course list not read because the programme page was blocked.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor degree with official or certified transcripts and degree certificate
- Two recommendation letters
- Statement of purpose
- Resume/CV
- English test results; Programme-specific requirements are in the campus catalog.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor degree (official or certified transcripts and diploma/degree certificate), Two letters of recommendation, Statement of purpose, Resume/CV
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 80
- Duolingo 110
- PTE Academic 53
Documents you’ll need
- Academic transcripts
- Identification document
- Application form
- Language proficiency evidence where applicable
How to apply
- Check the entry requirements in the JWU catalog (). International graduate study is at the Providence campus only. Apply online through the applicant portal at enroll.jwu.edu. Upload official transcripts and degree certificate
- Two letters of recommendation
- A statement of purpose
- A resume or CV
- English test results under two years old. After admission pay the 500 USD reservation fee. Submit a certified bank statement or sponsor letter covering one academic year
- Then receive the Form I-Apply for the F-1 visa at a US embassy or consulate with the I-20 and evidence of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $15,318 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Providence |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Arts & Sciences |
| Department | Addiction Counseling |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
3 Oct 2026
ClosedProgram starts
August 2027
Apply by
3 May 2027
170 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1.5 years.
The next deadline is 3 May 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $15,318 USD per year. The application fee is $100 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $20,147 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80, Duolingo 110, PTE Academic 53.

