Overview

Through a combination of research, theory, and practice, our School Counseling program encourages graduate students to become reflective practitioners.

McDaniel College graduates are employed in public and private schools across Maryland and Pennsylvania.

The Master of Science degree in Counseling (School Counseling Specialization) meets or exceed requirements for certification by the Maryland Department of Education (MSDE) and the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) by way of completing a counseling practicum (100 hours) as well as an internship within a school setting (600 hours). Upon graduation, you will be eligible to become a public or private school counselor.

Why McDaniel for School Counseling?

We’ve designed our program to make sure it meets the needs of today’s best educators.

Reputation. McDaniel College ’s programs in education are respected across Maryland and the region.
Convenience. Courses are offered at times convenient for working adults, both in-person and online.
Flexibility. The self-designed course of study means you’ll get personalized guidance to build a program that meets your unique professional goals.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Legal and Ethical Issues in Counseling and Psychotherapy
School Counseling and Curriculum Development
Diversity Sensitive Counseling
Counseling Children
Group Dynamics
Human Growth & Development Throughout the Life Span

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

51 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Westminster, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Application for graduate study (online)
Official transcripts conferring bachelor’s degree (minimum of 3.00 GPA*) from an accredited institution; graduate transcripts if applicable.
Professional Resume
Goal Statement Essay
Final criterion when all the above has been met: invitation for an interview

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

10625 USD / year

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Out-of-State

10625 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

10625 USD / year

≈ 10625 USD / year

Funding

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Overview

Why McDaniel for School Counseling?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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