Program Overview
The School Counseling at State University of New York at New Paltz 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 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 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 453 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: New Paltz, 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
- Counseling Theories
- Counseling Skills
- Career Development, Counseling, and Assessment
- Multicultural Counseling
- Foundations of Mental Health Counseling
- Foundations of Schl Counseling
- Psychopathology
- Group Dynamics and Counseling
- Couple and Family Counseling
- Assessment
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).
- Baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution\xc2\xa0
- Minimum grade point average of 3.0 for all undergraduate work with at least a 3.0\naverage in psychology courses, or strong evidence of recent academic achievement.\xc2\xa0
- Successful completion of undergraduate General Psychology, Statistics, and Research\nMethods in Psychology.\xc2\xa0
- Satisfactory scores on the Graduate Record Examination (General test).\xc2\xa0
- Completed application for admission to the Master of Science program in School\nCounseling.\xc2\xa0
- One official copy of transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work.\xc2\xa0
- Three letters of recommendation.\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 453 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 453 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact State University of New York at New Paltz 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 State University of New York at New Paltz
State University of New York at New Paltz
New Paltz, United States
State University of New York at New Paltz is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...
University Profile- Application Deadline pting on a rolling basis until the program is full
- Language English
- Duration 24 months