Program Overview
The Counseling Psychology at University of Hawaii at Hilo is a MA 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 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 1,097 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,097 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Hilo, 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
- Applied Multivariate Statistic
- Research Meth & Prgm Evaluatn
- Psychological Assessment
- Profssnl Identity, Ethics
- Lifespan Human Development
- Career Development
- Psychopathology over Lifespan
- Counseling Theories
- Group Work & Counseling
- Social & Cultural Foundations
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 3 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).
To be eligible for admission to the Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology program, students must meet the following minimum requirements:
- A baccalaureate degree from a regionally-accredited institution;
- A strong background in psychology or a closely-related field, with a minimum of 15 semester hours of course work in psychology
- At least one 3-semester-credit course in statistics and one 3-semester-credit course in research methods from any discipline;
- Completion of the Graduate Record Examination (General Test);
- A score of 550 on the TOEFL (required of applicants for whom English is not their native language and whose undergraduate degree was earned in a non-English speaking country).
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,097 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,097 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,097 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,097 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Hawaii at Hilo 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 Hawaii at Hilo
University of Hawaii at Hilo
Hilo, United States
University of Hawaii at Hilo is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Start Date June 2029
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 60