Program Overview
The School Counseling at Lamar University is a MEd 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
- Tuition: USD 9,127 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,296 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Beaumont, 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
- Foundations of Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling
- Abnormal Human Behavior
- Individual Counseling Theories and Techniques
- Research and Program Evaluation
- Human Growth and Development
- Professionalism, Ethics, and the Law
- Measurement and Assessment
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Application Requirements
For entering freshmen, a complete application packet requires three components.
- A completed undergraduateapplication submitted through the statewide Apply Texas system.
- An SAT or ACT score sent to Lamar University by the testing agency. Use SAT Code 6360 or ACT Code 4114.
- A high school transcript showing class size and class rank. Upon graduation, a final transcript should be submitted showing class rank, date of graduation and graduation plan. Send transcripts to the Admissions Office, P.O. Box 10009, Beaumont TX 77710.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for Unconditional Admission to Lamar University.
- Receive a diploma from an accredited high school.
- Complete at least 14 high school credits in college preparatory courses: 4 credits in English, 3 credits in mathematics, 2 credits in laboratory sciences, 2 \xc2\xbd credits in social sciences (U.S. history, U.S. government, and world history or world geography) and 2 \xc2\xbd credits in college preparatory electives (preferably including 2 credits of foreign language).
- Satisfy requirements of the State of Texas Uniform Admission Policy
- Graduate in the top 10 percent of their high school class or achieve a minimum composite score on the SAT or ACT.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 9,127 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,296 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 9,127 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,296 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Lamar 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 Lamar University
Lamar University
Beaumont, United States
Lamar University 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- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 3