Overview

Lehigh's Master of Education degree in International School Counseling from Lehigh University is designed for students living outside the United States who work at international schools with students from different countries, including the United States.

Key features

Our Master of Education in International School Counseling degree is designed for students living outside the United States who work at international schools with students from different countries, including the United States. This hybrid program is comprised of online asynchronous and synchronous classes during the school year and in-person classes during the Summer Institute.

The course of study prepares students to work with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds and developmental stages, helping them to gain skills for living in a complex society. Students learn how to help children and families navigate the transitions they face living in a culture different from their own. Our faculty bring a wide variety of experiences to the curriculum as well as expertise in the latest research, best practices and techniques in counseling. A low student-to-faculty ratio allows master’s candidates to work closely with mentors.

The M.Ed. program starts once a year in winter and requires the completion of 16 courses. A typical course load of one or two courses in the fall, one during winter intersession, one or two in the spring, and three in the summer enables students to complete the program in two to three years. Students may choose to move through the program at a slower pace if that better suits their needs.

Practical experience is an important part of the degree with students expected to complete a minimum of 100 hours of fieldwork. The culminating experience is a two-semester internship consisting of 15-20 hours a week. The internship must be completed at a school outside of the U.S. If needed, students can take a break in their studies while they secure a volunteer or paid internship. The capstone is the student’s comprehensive portfolio. Students graduate with 48 units, 100 practicum hours, and 600 internship hours that can be applied towards school counselor certification in some U.S. states.

Graduates of Lehigh’s M.Ed. in International School Counseling program work as school counselors, college and career counselors, teachers and principals/heads of school.

Accreditation

Lehigh University has full accreditation from the Middle States. The College of Education at Lehigh University has additional accreditation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Culture Centered Career Intervention

School-based Small-group Counseling

Counseling and Therapeutic Approaches

Helping Skills in International Settings

International School Counseling

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 30 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-12-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

48 SCH

Delivered

Blended

Semi-structured
Proactive tutoring and support
Online group works/assignments

Campus Location

Bethlehem, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online application

Transcripts, minimum GPA of 3.0 (undergraduate)

Two letters of recommendation

Proof of English language proficiency

Resume

Personal essay

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

12672 USD / year

≈ 12672 USD / year
Out-of-State

12672 USD / year

≈ 12672 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12672 USD / year

≈ 12672 USD / year

Living costs

Bethlehem

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

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Academic requirements

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