Program Overview
The Counseling at Northern Illinois University is a MSc programme in Psychology 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 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 700 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 350 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: DeKalb, 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
- Professional Identity and Ethics in Counseling
- Diagnosis of Mental Health Issues in Counseling
- Career Counseling
- Counseling Skills and Strategies
- Counseling Theories and Practices
- Standardized Testing
- Group Counseling
- Practicum in Counseling
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- An application with the required application fee
- A statement of purpose
- Letters of recommendation
- Official GRE or GMAT test scores received directly from the testing agency
- Official attested academic records from each college attended in English and the native language
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 700 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 350 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 700 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 350 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Northern Illinois University 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 Northern Illinois University
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, United States
Northern Illinois University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2004-10-17
- Start Date 2018-01-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 60