Program Overview
The Rehabilitation Counseling at University of Pittsburgh is a MSc 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 Rehabilitation 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 35,904 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 21,748 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
- Location: Pittsburgh, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Rehabilitation Counseling programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- HRS 2731 Foundations of Rehabilitation and the Rehabilitation Counseling Process, 3 credits
- HRS 2704 Fundamentals of Rehabilitation Engineering and Technology, 3 credits
- HRS 2708 Individual and Social Experience of Disability, 3 credits
- HRS 2739 Group and Family Counseling, 3 credits
- HRS 2734 Advanced Rehabilitation Counseling, 3 credits
- HRS 2905 Ethical Issues in Health Care, 3 credits
- HRS 2746 Counseling Practicum, 3 credits
- HRS 2901 Research Methodology, 3 credits
- HRS 2738 Rehabilitation of Cognitive and Psychiatric Disability, 3 credits
- HRS 2715 Medical Aspects of Disability, 3 credits
- HRS 2735 Career Counseling and Vocational Issues, 3 credits
- HRS 2737 Assessment in Rehabilitation Counseling, 3 credits
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Required credits/degrees: Completion of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution (no specific major) from a curriculum with a distribution of studies in psychology, counseling, and social sciences
Required quality point average: 3.0
- Complete the SHRS ApplyYourself online application;
- Submit the application fee of $50 (U.S.);
- Submit an essay-a description of educational and long-term professional goals;
- The applicant should demonstrate knowledge of rehabilitation through previous work experiences, internships, field experiences, or volunteer work experiences;
- Submit three letters of reference, preferably from individuals who have instructed you in academic settings and/or supervised research activities
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 35,904 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 21,748 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 35,904 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 21,748 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, United States
state-related research university located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
