University of Connecticut campus

Health Sciences

MA Educational Psychology (Counselor Education) at University of Connecticut

University of Connecticut, United States

Programme overview

The program emphasizes working with students from underrepresented populations and integrates diversity and inclusion throughout the curriculum. Coursework combines theory, research, and practice in alignment with the American School Counselor Association’s (ASCA) National Model, meeting all state certification requirements. Campus: Storrs Campus.

Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Storrs, CT, United States

What you will study

Degree in Counselor Education requires a minimum of two full academic years, defined as four semesters of approved graduate-level study with a minimum of 51 credits. To qualify for National Certification and the Licensed Professional Counselor exam, students must complete 60 credit hours in their Master’s Degree Program of Study. Listed courses include Students with Special Needs in the Classroom Environment; Workshop in Education; Group Processes in Counseling; School Counseling Program Development and Evaluation; Principles of Career Development in Counseling.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate School (university-wide): bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution (or equivalent); cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher for the degree, or equivalent GPA tests on recent coursework; international applicants meet equivalent standards with official transcripts; individual programmes set additional application requirements and a competitive record is needed.

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 are submitted online to The Graduate School; the application fee is $75 (non-refundable, paid by credit card). Some programmes set earlier application deadlines.

Apply through the official page: https://gradcatalog.uconn.edu/graduate/admission/

Explore more study programmes

Health Sciences

BS Allied Health Sciences

University of Connecticut, United States

Degree
Bachelor's
Next intake
Entry terms: Fall and Spring. Fall 2027 first-year applicants: Early Decision (binding) deadline Nov

Health Sciences

BS Diagnostic Genetic Sciences

University of Connecticut, United States

Degree
Bachelor's
Next intake
Entry terms: Fall and Spring. Fall 2027 first-year applicants: Early Decision (binding) deadline Nov

Health Sciences

BS Dietetics

University of Connecticut, United States

Degree
Bachelor's
Next intake
Entry terms: Fall and Spring. Fall 2027 first-year applicants: Early Decision (binding) deadline Nov

Health Sciences

BS Health Care Management

University of Connecticut, United States

Degree
Bachelor's
Next intake
Entry terms: Fall and Spring. Fall 2027 first-year applicants: Early Decision (binding) deadline Nov

Health Sciences

BS Medical Laboratory Sciences

University of Connecticut, United States

Degree
Bachelor's
Next intake
Entry terms: Fall and Spring. Fall 2027 first-year applicants: Early Decision (binding) deadline Nov

View all study programmes →

Ready to start your study abroad journey?

Book a free consultation with our expert counsellors and take the first step towards your dream university.

Copyrights © 2026 StudyMapped. All rights reserved.