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Master of Science in School Counseling Pittsburg State University Pittsburg State University, USA

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USD 20022

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USD 60

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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79

TOEFL

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57%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The Department of Psychology and Counseling offers a Masters of Science Degree with a Major in School Counseling.

The School Counseling program prepares candidates for careers as professional school counselors in Pre K-12 settings. Candidates interested in pursuing this program are strongly encouraged to complete an undergraduate degree in education. While two years of teaching experience is no longer required for candidates planning to secure employment as school counselors in the state of Kansas, it is still recommended. Candidates without a degree in education or teaching experience will be required to complete additional coursework and other requirements. In addition to completing the 48 hour program of study in School Counseling, a passing score on the PRAXIS II specialty test for Professional School Counselor is required.

Options available for the degree include:

Option I: Thesis
This option is designed to prepare students for a doctoral program, for advanced professional careers, or for students wanting to complete an in-depth research experience.

Option II: Research Problem
This option is designed to provide a research experience that can include a specific problem, creative and aesthetic efforts such as performances, exhibits, or creative programs, or an internship.

Option III: Coursework
This option requires completion of coursework that demonstrates evidence of advanced coursework in an area of concentration. Departments will require evidence of competency through activities such as research papers, portfolios, practice, internships, comprehensive exams, or other individual work. Students should check with their major department for specific requirements for the coursework.

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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 3 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Aug 2024

Closed

Jan 2024

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

    6.5 IELTS Score
    79 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    53 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    110 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    287 Gre Minimum Overall Score
    57% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    20022

    Tuition Fee
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    USD 60

    Application Fee
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    13000 Per year

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    Scholarships

    International Scholarships and Financial Assistance

    Gorilla International Scholarship

    Award: Up to $6,000 per year (renewable)

    Scholarship will be applied in the form of a tuition waiver for up to four years of full time enrollment for undergraduate students and for up to two years of full time enrollment for graduate students. Scholarships are available for new international students (freshman, transfer and graduate) applying to PSU for the first time. 

    Scholarship Application and Requirements

    International Admission Scholarships

    General University Scholarships

    All admitted PSU students are eligible to be considered for General University Scholarships by completing the PSU online Scholarship Application. Criteria employed by the scholar­ship committee in making these awards may include: past academic performance, leadership, character, and financial need. Some awards are based entirely on merit. The deadline is February 1st of each year.

    Academic Department Scholarships

    There may be scholarships available through each academic department. You may contact the department chair or your academic advisor to see what possibilities are available. A separate application may be required. 

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    Honors College Scholarship

    • Presidential Award: $9,500 per year for four years
    • University Award: $4,500 per year for four years 
    • The Honors College provides the opportunity for incoming (entering) freshman to participate in the most selective academic group at the university.
    • The application is open once a year and the deadline for the scholarship is January 15 for the following Fall semester. Students are advised to apply for this scholarship together with the application to the university.

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