Program Overview
The School Counseling at Manhattan College is a MA programme in Psychology, 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: New York City, 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
- Assess, facilitate, and guide individual development
- Help students understand and overcome social or behavioral problems through classroom guidance lessons and counseling
- Counsel individuals and small groups on the basis of student and school needs
- Work with students to develop skills, such as organizational and time management abilities and effective study habits
- Help students create a plan to achieve academic and career goals
- Engage student in career and college readiness
- Be an empathic, caring human service provider
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 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).
- Applicants for master\'s programs must hold a bachelor\'s degree from an accredited college or institution.
- Applicants for advanced certificates must hold a bachelor\'s and master\'s degree, both from accredited institutions. \xc2\xa0
- Normally, an undergraduate GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale is required, although other factors can be considered in the decision for admission.
- Ideally, applicants should have suitable preparation in the behavioral sciences. Consideration will be given for teaching experience and for other applicable experience.\xc2\xa0Applicants who possess a bachelor\'s degree but do not have relevant background experience may be required to take prerequisite courses for admission.\xc2\xa0
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Manhattan College 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 Manhattan College
Manhattan College
Riverdale, United States
Manhattan 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- Application Deadline 2001-04-18
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English