Program Overview
The Counseling at University of Nebraska Omaha is a MA programme in Psychology, 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 psychology. 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 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 691 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 250 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Omaha, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Counseling programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Research
- Introduction to Counseling
- Human Development and Psycho-Social Intervention Strategies
- Counseling Practices
- Ethical Issues for Professional Counselors
- Counseling Theories
- Career Development and Lifestyle
- Assessment and Evaluation in Counseling
- Group Techniques
- Group Counseling: Theory and Practice
- Counseling Techniques
- Counseling Multicultural and Diverse Populations
- Consultation in Professional Counseling
- Introduction to Marital and Family Therapy
- Treatment Planning and the DSM
- Crisis Intervention Strategies & Techniques
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Program-Specific Requirements
- Graduate Record Exam (GRE) or Miller Analogy Test(MAT)
- May be waived if an advanced degree has been completed
- Three (3) Letters of Recommendation
- From persons who can speak for the candidate\xc2\x92s professional competence and academic ability
- Applicants must have completed a minimum of 15 undergraduate or graduate hours in behavioral science, not including counseling courses.
- Group interview results
- Writing sample, if not completed as part of the GRE
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 691 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 250 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 691 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 250 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Nebraska Omaha 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 Nebraska Omaha
University of Nebraska Omaha
Omaha, United States
The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is a public research university in Omaha, Nebraska, United States. Founded in 1908 by faculty from the Omaha Presbyterian Theological Seminary as a...
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