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Overview
Focus on What Interests You
The beauty of our Master of Arts in Counseling program from Saint Mary's College of California is that seven different specializations are offered.
See below for more information about the required courses and timeline options for completing each specialization.
Common Questions:
- Can I specialize in more than one area?Yes, but you must get permission from your academic advisor and successfully complete all field placement requirements for chosen specializations.
- If I choose a specialty, what are my career options?The short answer: Many! Our counseling specializations are designed for professionals who aspire to work in schools, colleges, community mental health, family service agencies, private practice, or a variety of other counseling settings.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Personal and Professional Development of Counselors
- Theories of Counseling
- Career Counseling
- Law, Ethics, and Values
- Human Sexuality
- Alcohol & Substance Abuse
- Psychological Testing and Assessment
- Human Development and Family Relationships
- Counseling Skills
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Credits
40 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
School Counselling Counselling Psychology View 565 other Masters in School Counselling in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 2.8
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Other requirements
General requirements
- Application and $50 fee.
- 2-3 page, double spaced personal statement of academic and professional goals (if GPA is lower than 2.8, please address it in your Personal Statement & second interview is required)
- Current resume
- One official transcript (sealed) from all colleges or universities attended. If your bachelor's degree is in progress, upload an unofficial one now; then send the official transcript after your degree is posted.
- Bachelor’s degree: Evidence of completion from a regionally-accredited college
- Three letters of recommendation from professional and/or academic references who can evaluate your potential to be a counselor. Letters from personal references (such as family or friends) will not be accepted.
Tuition Fee
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International
22300 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1115 USD per credit during 24 months. -
National
22300 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1115 USD per credit during 24 months.
- $53,520–$75,820
- (48–68 units, $1,115/unit)
Living costs for Moraga
1100 - 1600 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Financing
Interested in financing your studies? Find a student loan that works for you.
MPOWER Financing Student Loans between $2,001 - $100,000 Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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