Program Overview
The Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling at University of Pittsburgh is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 35,904 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 21,748 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
- Location: Pittsburgh, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- HRS 2731 Foundations of Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling (3 Credits)
- HRS 2715 Medical Aspects of Disability (3 Credits)
- HRS 2732 Human Development Across Culture and the Lifespan (3 Credits)
- HRS 2723 Home and Worksite Modification (3 Credits)
- HRS 2739 Group Counseling (3 Credits)
- HRS 2737 Clinical, Diagnostic, and Functional Assessment in Counseling (3 Credits)
- HRS 2742 Legal and Ethical Issues in Counseling (3 Credits)
- HRS 2743 Families and Couples Counseling (3 Credits)
- HRS 2738 Diagnosis and Rehabilitation of Cognitive, Behavioral, and Mental Health Disabilities (3 Credits)
- HRS 2708 Individual and Social Experience of Disability (3 Credits)
- HRS 2741 Case Conceptualization, Treatment Planning, and Case Management (3 Credits)
- HRS 2740 Crisis Counseling, Risk Management, and Disaster Preparedness (2 Credits)
- HRS 2735 Career Counseling and Vocational Issues (3 Credits)
- HRS 2744 Evidence-Based Practice in Counseling (2 Credits)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Baccalaureate degree in psychology, human services, rehabilitation sciences, social sciences, or related field of study from an accredited post-secondary institution
Complete the SHRS ApplyYourself online application
Submit the $50 application fee (U.S.)
Submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
Submit a minimum of three letters of recommendation \xc2\x96 Preferably from individuals who have instructed you in academic settings and/or supervised research activities
Submit a personal statement \xc2\x96 Description of educational and long-term professional goals
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 35,904 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 21,748 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 35,904 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 21,748 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Pittsburgh directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Pittsburgh
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, United States
University of Pittsburgh is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months