Why get a master’s degree in school counseling?
The Master of Science Education in School Counseling is a 45-hour, two-year program that focuses on school counseling in elementary, middle and secondary schools. Students enroll in a cohort setting allowing for individualized support from faculty and classmates.
The program trains students in a developmental approach to school counseling and the Missouri Comprehensive School Counseling Program. With using this approach, the program focuses on the three primary functions of the modern school counselor: consultation, coordination and counseling.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered for admission:
- undergraduate transcript from an accredited college which indicates:
- a minimum overall GPA of 2.50 or above
- a minimum GPA in the undergraduate declared major of 3.00
- submission of scores from the Graduate Record Examination
- a written statement of career plans and philosophy of education
- a written recommendation attesting to the applicant's potential as graduate student and as a school counselor from a certified school counselor, a school administrator or a college professor
Application deadline: March 1
For students without a teaching degree, 12 additional hours of coursework will be required.
An additional 6 hours are required for K-12 certification. See program coordinator for proper course selection for certification. See advisor for proper course sequencing.
The Northwest Difference
Founded in 1905, Northwest is a traditional campus with more than 7,200 undergraduate and graduate students. Located in the middle of everywhere, Maryville is two hours from Omaha, Nebraska and Kansas City, Missouri and
2 ½ hours from Des Moines, Iowa.
The textbooks and laptop rental programs save students nearly $7,300 over four years.
Ranked as the top moderately selective regional university in the "25 Best Colleges" by U.S. News and World Report.
The Bearcat Advantage provides out-of-state students the opportunity to earn in-state tuition rates that can save more than $6,000. With the average undergraduate financial aid award of $5,467 for in-state students and $8,286 for out-of-state students, Northwest offers a quality education at an affordable price.
Students organizations, internships and profession-based learning experiences ensure students are Career Ready, Day One.
