Program Overview
The Counseling at Southern Methodist University is a MSc programme in Psychology over 12 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7.5
- Tuition: USD 649 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 649 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Dallas, 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
- Counseling Theory
- Counseling Methods: Individual
- Counseling Methods: Group
- Counseling Diverse Communities
- Advanced Methods: Individual
- Life Span Development
- Lifestyle & Career Development
- Psychopathology
- Assessment
- Research Design and Statistics
- Ethics and Mental Health
- Supervised Clinical Practicum
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 from an accredited institution of higher education.
- A completed ON-LINE application through Slate
- Official transcripts from all institutions of higher education previously attended
- Students applying to the Master\xc2\x92s program must attend PONI Day
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 649 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 649 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 649 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 649 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Southern Methodist 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 Southern Methodist University
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, United States
Southern Methodist University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2025-09-17
- Start Date 2018-01-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months