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Master of Arts in Counseling at University of New Mexico

University of New Mexico, United States

Programme overview

The Master of Arts (M.A.) in Counseling is offered under Plan II (non-thesis) as described in the Graduate Program section of this Catalog. The program includes areas of focus in either Clinical Mental Health Counseling or School Counseling.

Faculty: College of Education & Human Sciences  |  Department: Individual, Family, & Community Education  |  Duration: 60 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Albuquerque, NM, United States

What you will study

Requires 60 credit hours.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission Admission to the M.A. program is based on ratings of several factors including scholarship, academic background (especially in behavioral science), work experience, volunteer experience, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement including multicultural experience. Admission is competitive, with more applicants than it is possible to admit. After the initial screening process, selected applicants are invited to interview with the faculty. Based on the results of both the initial screening and the interview, faculty selects candidates for admission to the program. Admission to the M.A. program in no way guarantees traverse, practicum, and/or internship placement; licensure; or employment. Additionally, fingerprinting and background checks may be required. For current application deadlines, refer to the Counselor Education Website

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.

Each graduate and professional programme has its own admission requirements and deadlines; applicants apply through the Graduate Studies application.

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