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Master of Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling

Western Michigan University

Kalamazoo, United States
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Graduate degree in preparing marriage, couple and family therapists.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (Up to 12 months (Optional Practical Training per education level; a new 12 months at each higher level) plus 24-month STEM OPT extension for STEM-designated degrees (E-Verify employer, Form I-983)): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop understanding of marriage
couple and family counseling
strengthen abilities in foundational concepts
subject-specific inquiry
critical analysis and applied problem-solving related to marriage
couple and family counseling
communicate evidence and findings relevant to the discipline.

Career outcomes

Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern leading to LMFT licensure
community agencies
hospitals
churches
businesses
family treatment centers
private practice

Curriculum

60 credits: 51 core credits including relationship and marriage counseling
a family counseling seminar
family systems
counseling theories
group counseling
multicultural and sexuality counseling
addictions
advanced couple and family therapy
plus 9 credits of practicum and two internships. Comprehensive exam and portfolio required.

Entry requirements

Academic

Bachelor degree from an accredited institution (or international equivalent) with transcripts and grading scale
No university-wide minimum GPA
Each programme sets its own statements
References and GRE/GMAT where required
Passport page
100 USD fee.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor degree from an accredited institution (or international equivalent) with transcripts and grading scale, Program-specific supporting materials (statements, References, GRE/GMAT where required), Passport page, 100 USD fee

Language tests

TOEFL iBT 80
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 54
Duolingo 105
IELTS 6.5

Documents you’ll need

Academic transcripts and academic records
Official English translations if applicable
Evidence of English proficiency or approved exemption
Passport identification page

How to apply

Check the programme's own requirements and deadline; international applicants are advised to apply by January for Fall funding. Apply online through the Graduate College and pay the 100 USD application fee. Upload transcripts with grading scale
passport page
English proof (TOEFL iBT 80
IELTS 6.5
Duolingo 105) and programme materials such as statement
recommendations
CV
GRE or GMAT where required. Receive the department's decision. Show proof of funds for the I-20 and apply for the F-1 student visa.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$18,390 - $19,260 USD
Application fee	$100 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Kalamazoo (main campus)
Faculty or school	College of Education and Human Development
Department	Department of Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	Up to 12 months (Optional Practical Training per education level; a new 12 months at each higher level) plus 24-month STEM OPT extension for STEM-designated degrees (E-Verify employer, Form I-983)
Scholarship note	Global Education Merit Scholarship of up to 10000 USD per academic year may be available to eligible international degree-seeking students with GPA at least 3.0 on F-1 or J-1 status. No separate scholarship application is required; funding and conditions apply.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
May 2027
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August 2027
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January 2028
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Frequently asked questions

Tuition is $18,390 - $19,260 USD per year. The application fee is $100 USD. The estimated living cost is $14,370 USD.