M.S. in Counseling
The M.S. in Counseling program is specifically designed to equip counselors with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel as counselors at the master's degree level. The mission of the Department of Counseling is to train counseling professionals by utilizing the highest standards set by state and national licensing/certifying boards. Highly qualified faculty design and deliver counseling programs through digital delivery. The counseling degree program delivers graduate education and a professional licensure track for those students seeking to obtain a license as a mental health counselor. The program seeks qualified students from various populations. The department offers a Master of Science in Counseling in the area of Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Students must complete a minimum of 60 credits to be eligible for the master’s degree and for licensure purposes.
Students and faculty in the M.S. in Counseling program are guided by the American Counseling Association. Code of Ethics and are committed to the ethical practice of counseling. In the classroom, fieldwork, and extracurricular activities, we acknowledge and value the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of our students, faculty, site supervisors, and clients. We believe that an emphasis on diversity, inclusion, and advocacy strengthens the learning experiences of all.
Please review the M.S. in Counseling program's commitment to diversity and inclusion to learn more about our values.
Faculty
To be considered for admission into the M.S. in Counseling Program at Bethune Cookman University, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
- Submit a completed application form, including official transcripts from all previous institutions attended.
- Provide a professional resume or curriculum vitae.
- Submit a personal statement describing career goals and reasons for pursuing an M.S. in Counseling degree.
- Provide three letters of recommendation: 2 letters from academia and 1 personal or employer
- GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale; Students may be admitted on probation if GPA is less than a 3.0 (2.5-2.9). If the student maintains a minimum 3.0 GPA for the 1st term, they can be removed from probation status.
- GRE is not required.
- M.S. in Counseling Program Admissions Criteria
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Direct Costs |
Fall 2024 |
Spring 2024 |
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Tuition (9-15 hours)* |
$6,750 |
$6,705 |
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Fees |
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Student Administration Fee |
$100 |
$100 |
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Technology Fee |
$150 |
$150 |
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Endowment Fee |
$50 |
$50 |
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Total |
$7,050 |
$7,050 |
Graduate Program Tuition Cost per Credit Hour: $750
*The cost for students who are active-duty military is $250 per credit hour
Students who exceed 15 credit hours will be charged an additional $750 per credit hour for each credit that exceeds 15.
Active-duty military students are not assessed fees.
For your financial needs please go to the Financial Aid website.
M.S. in Counseling Program Objectives
Students completing the Master of Science in Counseling will demonstrate the following student learning outcomes.
Practicum & Internship
The Master’s of Counseling program requires supervised professional practice training experiences in the form of a 100-hour counseling practicum and 900-hour counseling internship.
Counseling Program’s Annual Planning, Assessment, and Budgeting Report (APABR) provides a comprehensive summary of the program’s yearly goals, outcomes, and resource needs. It documents how assessment results are used to guide decision-making, support continuous improvement, and align budgeting priorities with departmental and institutional objectives.
