Apply: MS Counseling

Graduate Application Process

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In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, GRE, GMAT and MTEL testing has temporarily been waived from the application requirements for a number of our graduate programs through Fall 2021.

Students applying for enrollment terms beyond Spring 2022 should check back with the Graduate Admissions team. Please email graduate@salemstate.edu to inquire.

Required Materials

$50 non-refundable application fee
Official transcript or transcript evaluation
Three references
Official copy of scores from either the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or Miller Analogies Test (MAT) taken within the last five years. Those who already hold a master's degree or higher are exempt from this requirement. Review complete testing information.
English Proficiency, if applicable for International applicants
Statement of purpose

Additional Requirements for the School Adjustment Counselor Track

Passing scores on the Communication and Literacy MTEL, both the reading and writing subtest

Deadlines

Applications accepted on a rolling basis and reviewed once complete.

Prerequisites

18 credit hours of study in the field of psychology and/or the behavioral sciences, including:

3 credit hours in general psychology or the equivalent
3 credit hours in statistics or research or the equivalent

Application Tips

Because work experience is a plus (but not required), address related work experience in your narrative statement.
Your letters of recommendation and narrative statement are important, so be thoughtful when putting these pieces of your application together.
If you have earned a substantial number of graduate credits within the past seven years but have not earned a master's degree, discuss the possibility of advanced standing with the program coordinator.