Overview

The intent of the School Counseling program from Montana State University Billings is to prepare individuals to work with elementary and secondary students (K-12 OPI licensure) in a professional, compassionate manner to promote positive intellectual, behavioral, and emotional change. A student can arrange a plan of study that includes almost entirely online courses.

One exception to this are four classes (taken two at a time) that meet in the summer and are taken in a blended/online format. These courses involve coming to campus for one weekend during each of two consecutive summers. Individually designed plans of study allow for flexible completion of the program.

Reasons to Choose MSUB for this Degree

Flexible course delivery including mostly online as well as evenings; blended classes in Summer
Offers a 48 credit K-12 Licensure option
Offers a 42 credit Endorsement option
Local school-based internship opportunities in Fall and Spring

MSU-B has the only online program specializing in school counseling in Montana

Job Opportunities in School Counseling

Many of the students are recruited into counseling positions even before they complete their programs through OPI-Internships or Provisional Licensure. According to career outcomes surveys for MSUB School Counseling master’s graduates, 82% are employed in their field within 9 months of graduation, and recent graduates report an average salary of $46,643.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theories of Counseling
Practicum: Counseling and Therapy Techniques
Ethical and Professional Issues for Counselors and Family Therapists
Practicum: Multicultural and Gender Issues in Counseling and Family Therapy
Career and Lifestyle Development
Group and Individual Evaluation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-06 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-17 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Generally, we use a rolling admission system, meaning that we accept new students until the program reaches capacity or a month before the semester starts.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

48 SCH

Delivered

Blended, Online

Campus Location

Billings, United States

Disciplines

Education Management Studies School Counselling View 548 other Masters in School Counselling in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0
Graduate GPA (if applicable) of at least 3.0
Completed Graduate Record Examination
Complete Graduate Student Application
Submit Official Transcripts from all Institutions Attended
Payment of Nonrefundable $40 Application Fee
Submit Admission Test Scores – GRE
Submit Personal Goal Statement of 300-400 Words
Submit 4 References: 2 Professional and 2 Academic
Submit Current (last 5 years) Resume

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

12860 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12860 USD per year during 24 months.
National

12860 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12860 USD per year during 24 months.
In-State

6930 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6930 USD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Billings

945 - 1958 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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