MA Counseling and Rehabilitation at University of South Carolina

Programme overview

Equip yourself to work as a professional counselor in mental health and rehabilitation. Empower your clients to develop psychological wellness and meet their personal, social, psychological and vocational goals. Specialize in clinical rehabilitation counseling to develop clinical knowledge and skills in counseling to effectively work with persons who have disabilities, mental health disorders and addictions.

Faculty: Floyd School of Medicine | Duration: 39 credit hours | Study mode: full-time | Location: Columbia, SC, United States

What you will study

Our dedicated and supportive faculty provide training in multiple areas, including individual and group counseling, assessment, diagnosis, advocacy and community program development. Rich partnerships create a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment of faculty, professionals and persons with disabilities working together.

Career pathways

Potential careers include Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), Substance Use/Addictions Counselor, Vocational Rehabilitator, Life Care Planner, Employee Assistance Program Coordinator.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admissions (University of South Carolina Academic Bulletin): Submitted materials, academic background and performance, work and volunteer experience, and personal interview findings are all considered in the admissions process. We consider the following information before inviting candidates for a personal interview: Bachelor’s degree GPA TOEFL scores (for international students) Two letters of reference Statement of intent that addresses why you want to pursue a career in rehabilitation counseling, relevant experience and plans for completing the program requirements In making admissions decisions, we consider all factors listed above, as well as each applicant’s potential for forming effective counseling relationships. How to Apply Prospective students apply online through the USC Graduate School . The program reviews admissions throughout the year and new students may begin their studies in Fall or in Spring semester. For additional...

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 accepted for Fall, Spring and Summer terms; Fall applications open the prior September, Spring applications open in January and Summer applications open in May.

The graduate application fee is $50 per primary application, reinstated effective August 1, 2026. Deadlines are programme-specific. The Moore School of Business, the Arnold School of Public Health and the College of Nursing use their own applications; the Moore School charges an additional $50 application fee for graduate programmes.

Apply through the official page: https://www.sc.edu/admissions-at-sc/applications/index.php

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