Overview

This Master of Arts (M.A.) in Counseling Studies at Oral Roberts University teaches important counseling skills to help you lead and support others in roles where understanding people and mental health matters. Graduates are prepared to serve and lead with a Spirit-empowered approach in settings like education, healthcare, ministry, social services, and community organization

Career paths

Graduates of ORU’s Counseling Studies program are prepared for meaningful careers in roles such as:

Mental Health, Counseling, or Business Administrator
Nonprofit Professional
Ministry or Church Leader

Community Outreach Specialist
Youth or Family Services Coordinator
Crisis Intervention Specialist
Educational Program Coordinator

Programme Structure

Courses include

Counseling Methods
Counseling Diverse Populations
Human Growth & Development
Professional Ethics in Counseling

Christian Approaches to Counseling
Counseling Theories
Crisis, Trauma, & Addictions Counseling
Marital & Family Systems Theory

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Oklahoma City, United States

Disciplines

School Counselling Counselling Psychology View 512 other Masters in School Counselling in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Submit Your Application
Please click here to apply to Oral Roberts University.
Send Official Transcripts*
Using one of the options below, have your official transcripts sent directly to ORU Admissions from each college and university you’ve attended.
*International students who completed their studies outside of the US are required to provide a US equivalency transcript evaluation
Personal Sketch: The essay should be typed with standard paper formats (i.e. 12 point font, double or single space, 1” margins, etc). In a total of 1-2 pages, please answer the following questions fully.
Faculty Interview
Recommendations
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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

13320 USD / year

≈ 13320 USD / year
Out-of-State

13320 USD / year

≈ 13320 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13320 USD / year

≈ 13320 USD / year

Additional Details

565 usd per credit for online

Living costs

Oklahoma City

United States

911 - 1456 USD / month

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

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Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

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