Overview

Key facts

Mercer’s program offers:

Expansive curriculum with research opportunities
Relevant internship experience working in schools
Preparation for Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) licensure exams

Students must also complete the Georgia Assessments for the Certification of Educators (GACE) II Content Assessments for School Counseling for licensure by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC). The National Counselor Examination (NCE) is necessary for NCC licensure.

In 2019, program graduates achieved a 95% first-time pass rate on the Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Examination (CPCE). Mercer students have also consistently averaged scores that are above the national average for other counseling programs.

Designed for busy and working adults

The M.S. in School Counseling is offered at Mercer University’s Atlanta campus, and some required courses are also available online. Students can enroll in January, May, or August. Classes meet one night per week, and courses are scheduled in 16-week semesters. Students may pursue the degree on a part-time or full-time basis. Completion time is typically 30-36 months for a full-time student, though additional time may be necessary to satisfy field work.

Accreditation

The School Counseling program at Mercer University is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cultural Perspectives in Counseling

Life Span Development

Ethics and Professional Issues

Research and Program Evaluation

Counseling Seminar

School Counseling

Administration and Leadership in School Counseling

Practicum in School Counseling

Professional School Counseling Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-19 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Doraville, United States

Disciplines

Communication Studies Management Studies School Counselling View 512 other Masters in School Counselling in United States

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

$35 Non-refundable Application Fee ($100 for International Applicants)

MAT or GRE Test Score

Unofficial MAT or GRE Test Score

GACE Program Admissions Test

Transcripts from All Previously Attended Institutions

Two Letters of Recommendation

Background Check

Goal Statement

Résumé

Interview

Additional Requirements for International Applicants

Evaluation of Foreign Credentials

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22590 USD / year

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Living costs

Doraville

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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Designed for busy and working adults

Accreditation

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