Program Overview
The School Counseling at Fairfield University 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 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 700 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 700 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Fairfield, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the School Counseling programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Multicultural Issues in Counseling
- Lifespan Human Development
- Psychopathology and Classification II
- Professional Issues in Counseling
- Theories of Counseling and Psychotherapy
- Counseling Relationships and Skills
- Group Work: Theory and Practice
- Career Development: Theories and Practice
- Assessment in Counseling
- Research Methodology
- Counseling Practicum
- Internship: Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling: Management, Delivery, and Evaluation
- Introduction to Substance Abuse and Addictions
- Trauma and Crisis Intervention
- Introduction to Clinical Supervision
- Introduction to Marriage and Family Therapy
- Consulting Theory and Practice
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants to the Counselor Education program must hold a bachelor\'s degree from a regionally accredited college or university (or the international equivalent) and give promise of meeting the standards set by the School.
Students seeking admission must submit:
- A Completed application.
- A Non-refundable $60 Application Fee paid by credit card.
- A Professional Resume. Applicants are required to submit a current resume that includes employment and education history (submit online).
- An Admission Essay. Students should describe why they want to undertake graduate studies in Counselor Education (submit online).
- Official Transcripts verifying completion of an undergraduate degree. (All foreign transcripts must be evaluated by an approved evaluating service.)
- School Counseling only - Passing scores for the PRAXIS Core Academic Skills for Educators tests (formerlyPRAXIS I exam) or have this requirement waived based on appropriate SAT, ACT, GRE or PAA scores.
- Two Recommendation Forms and Letters, one of which must be, preferably, from a current employer or supervisor. The Recommendations are completed online. At the time of application you will need to provide yourtwo Recommender\'s names and email addresses.
- Participation in an Admission Interview.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 700 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 700 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 700 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 700 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Fairfield 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 Fairfield University
Fairfield University
Fairfield, United States
university located in Fairfield, Connecticut
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
