Counselor Education (Concentration in School Counseling)
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityProgram Overview
The Counselor Education (Concentration in School Counseling) at Virginia Commonwealth University is a MEd programme in Education 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 education. 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 Counselor Education (Concentration in School 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
- Tuition: USD 644 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 364 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Fairfax, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Counselor Education (Concentration in School Counseling) programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Professional Orientation and Ethical Practice in Counseling
- Theories of Counseling
- Techniques of Counseling
- Group Procedures in Counseling
- Practicum: School Counseling
- Career Information and Exploration
- Assessment Techniques for Counselors
- Multicultural Counseling in Educational Settings
- Seminar in Counseling
- Data-driven Comprehensive School Counseling Programs
- School Counseling Services
- Internship
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 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).
Admission Requirements:
- VCU Graduate School requirements
- Bachelors degree in an appropriate discipline
- Written essay addressing your career interests
- Three letters of recommendation
- Transcripts from previous academic work
- At least a 3.0 GPA on last 60 hours of coursework
- GRE score of 290 or higher, or MAT score of 386 or higher
- A personal interview may be requested
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 644 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 364 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 644 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 364 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Virginia Commonwealth 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 Virginia Commonwealth University
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, United States
public research university in Richmond, Virginia, United States
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
