Program Overview
The Mental Health Counseling at Boston College is a MA programme in Medicine & Health Sciences 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 medicine & health sciences. 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 Mental Health 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
- Location: Boston, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Mental Health Counseling programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Applicants who do not have an undergraduate degree in psychology should have completed at least 2 of the following foundational psychology courses:
- General Psychology
- Personality Theories
- Abnormal Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
Highly-qualified applicants who have not yet met this criteria may be conditionally admitted with a requirement that the courses be completed before the program begins.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
All degree applicants to the Lynch School must submit an application form, application fee, personal statement, R\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9, writing sample*, letters of recommendation, transcripts, and standardized admissions tests.
*doctoral candidates only
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About Boston College
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, United States
Boston College 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- Start Date Fall 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 7