| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-02-01 | - |
Program Overview
The CACREP-accredited M.S.Ed. School Counseling program prepares students for school counseling certification and licensure as a professional counselor. The program can be completed in 2 years or part-time, with classes offered in the early evening and late afternoon. Graduates are successful in obtaining employment in school and mental health settings, including as school counselors, school-based therapists, and mental health counselors.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Our CACREP-accredited M.S.Ed. School Counseling program prepares you for school counseling certification and licensure as a professional counselor (LPC), which is essential employment in the mental health field and private practice. You may complete this Master's of Science in Education in School Counseling program within 2 years or also have the option of completing the program on a part-time basis. Also, you have the option of taking classes in the early evening and late afternoon. Our graduates are very successful in obtaining employment in school and mental health settings.
Outline:
The stimulating curriculum is designed to include experiential learning, self-reflection papers, case study analysis, and group activities.
Careers:
Graduates May Obtain Employment as/in: School counselors in public, private, charter, cyber and alternative schools as well as in intermediate units School-based therapists University career, admissions and advising offices Mental health counseling positions (e.g., outpatient, in-home, family-based, etc.)
Duquesne University
Overview:
Duquesne University is a Catholic university with a Spiritan tradition, located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It boasts a national reputation for academic excellence and has been recognized as a "first-tier university," "top 100 undergraduate school," and "Most Popular." The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across ten schools of study.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
Duquesne University is situated in the heart of Pittsburgh, a city known for its diverse neighborhoods and vibrant atmosphere. Students have access to Fortune 500 companies, non-profit organizations, startups, and three major league sports teams, all within a short distance from campus.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Academic Excellence:
Duquesne University is renowned for its high-quality academic programs and its commitment to innovation.Real-World Experience:
The university's location in Pittsburgh provides students with numerous opportunities for real-world experience through fieldwork, clinicals, research projects, and internships.Strong Alumni Network:
Duquesne University has a strong alumni network that provides support and connections for students and graduates.Vibrant Campus Life:
The university offers a vibrant campus life with a variety of student organizations, clubs, and events.Academic Programs:
Undergraduate Majors:
Duquesne University offers over 85 undergraduate majors leading to bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees.Graduate Programs:
The university offers over 110 graduate and certificate programs designed to enhance professional skills and knowledge.Other:
- Duquesne University is an R2 institution, which means it is a high-research activity university.
- The university is ranked #3 in the Northeast for R2 institutions producing the most high-earning female alumni under 40 in the U.S.
- Duquesne University is committed to providing students with a strong foundation in ethics and service.
- The university has a strong focus on experiential learning and preparing students for successful careers.
Entry Requirements:
- 3.0 GPA on a four-point scale or above
- 2.8 GPA for the last 48 credits
- Bachelor's degree
- Two letters of recommendation
- Resume/curriculum vitae
- Graduate education essay
- GRE or MAT scores if GPA is less than 2.8
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- TOEFL (iBT) 80
- IELTS 6.5
- Duolingo English Test 105
