Marriage and Family Therapy (Online) at Northwestern University

Programme overview

Earn your COAMFTE-accredited Master's in Marriage & Family Therapy online from The Family Institute at Northwestern University. The Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) program is a 21- to 36-month, online graduate program designed for individuals who want to become licensed marriage and family therapists. Accredited by COAMFTE, it prepares students with the clinical skills, hands-on experience, and supportive training needed to work effectively with couples, and families across diverse care settings.

Faculty: Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences | Duration: 36-month | Study mode: online | Location: Evanston, IL, United States

What you will study

With both full- and part-time options, the online MFT program is convenient, allowing learners to attend live classes with about 15 students, learn from qualified professors with extensive experience, attend office hours, and complete coursework anywhere in the world. The MFT curriculum consists of 25 credit hours and is designed to provide both academic and hands-on clinical experience.

Career pathways

Explore the career paths awaiting you in Marriage and Family Therapy Graduates are ready to treat individuals, couples, and families.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants need a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. Submit a resume, transcripts, two letters of recommendation, an academic statement, and a personal statement.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applications for 2026-27 open September 15, 2026; deadlines vary by programme. The Graduate School application fee is $95 and nonrefundable, paid by credit or debit card.

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