Program Overview
The Counseling Psychology at Framingham State University 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 Psychology 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
- Tuition: USD 1,220 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,220 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Framingham, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Counseling Psychology programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Theories of Psychotherapy and Counseling
- Orientation to Counseling Practice
- Professional Issues in Counseling and Mental Health
- Adult Psychopathology
- Multicultural Counseling: Research, Theory, and Practice
- Advanced Principles of Learning and Development
- Counseling Practicum I
- Counseling Practicum II
- Group Processing in Counseling
- Problems of Substance Abuse- elective
- Family Counseling- required
- Understanding Social Science Research
- Theories and Methods of Psychological Testing
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.8 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).
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,220 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,220 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,220 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,220 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Framingham 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 Framingham State University
Framingham State University
Framingham, United States
public university in Framingham, Massachusetts, United States
University Profile- Application Deadline Jun, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
