Program Overview
The Counseling at Kent State University is a Postgraduate Diploma 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
- Tuition: USD 20,396 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 11,310 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
- Location: Kent, 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
- Orientation to Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- School Counseling: Orientation and Ethics
- Diagnosis in Counseling
- Foundations of School Counseling
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).
Official transcript(s), goal statement, two letters of recommendation and interview.
- Apply online to the Ed.S. program and submit all application material to Graduate Studies
- Submit a minimum of two letters of recommendation for admission to the Ed.S. degree program. One recommendation should be from an employer or other individual who can address the applicant\xc2\x92s ability in a professional work setting.
- Participate in interviews with selected program area faculty or the program area admission committee as requested.
- Complete any special procedures mandated by specific program areas.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 20,396 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 11,310 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 20,396 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 11,310 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Kent State 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 Kent State University
Kent State University
Kent, United States
Kent State University 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- Application Deadline 2001-03-18
- Start Date 2018-08-27
- Language English