Program Overview
The Mental Health Counseling at University of Central Arkansas is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 36 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: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 662 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 444 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Conway, 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
Course Structure
- Legal and Ethical Issues in Counseling and Psychology
- Theories of Psychotherapy
- Advanced Developmental Psychology
- Psychopathology
- Group Therapy
- Counseling Process and Skills
- Research Methods in Counseling
- Diagnosis and Treatment of Addictions
- Counseling Practicum I
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 2.7 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).
- Online application and fee payment
- Scores for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) \xc2\x96 general test
- Official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate coursework
- Mental Health Counseling Program Application\xc2\x97hard copy of program application form (downloaded from Department of Psychology and Counseling website)
- Three (3) letters of recommendation from professional references qualified to comment on your academic and professional potential
- Personal Statement
- A 400-500 word statement of applicant\xc2\x92s interest in counseling, how UCA\xc2\x92s program fits applicant\xc2\x92s goals, and career aspirations (double-spaced, 12 pt. font)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 662 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 444 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 662 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 444 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Central Arkansas 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 Central Arkansas
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, United States
University of Central Arkansas is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Start Date 2018-01-11
- Language English
- Duration 36 months