University of Northern Colorado College of Education & Behavioral Sciences School Counseling School of Applied Psychology and Counselor Education McKee Hall Room 248, Campus Box 131 Greeley, CO 80639 US   Phone: 1-970-351-2731 Fax: 1-970-351-2625   At a Glance Program Requirements Tuition & Financial Aid Institution Overview Important Dates Upcoming Events Degrees: Program Format: Master's M.A.-School Counseling On Campus   The Professional Counseling program faculty at The University of Northern Colorado is committed to the profession of school counseling. Thus, we actively recruit individuals who have the potential to become excellent school counselors. We are pleased to provide answers to typical questions prospective school counselors-in-training ask. The purpose of the school counseling program is to enhance and promote the learning process. The goal is to enable all students to achieve success in school and to develop into contributing members of society. School counseling programs ensure academic achievement for all children. Professional school counselors provide support through group counseling, individual counseling, classroom guidance curriculum, advocacy, and collaboration with teachers, parents, administrators, and other helping professionals. Graduates from University of Northern Colorado’s School Counseling Program are qualified to accept counseling positions in elementary, middle, and high schools. Because our program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), graduates are eligible to become National Certified Counselors.     Accreditation Information: North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)  # Of Credits Required: 60  Time To Degree: 2 - 2.5 years (full-time)    Previous Degrees Pre-Requisite Courses International Student Requirements An international student is not a citizen of the United States or classified by United States Immigration and Naturalization Service as a resident alien. International undergraduate, transfer, and graduate applicants must meet English Language proficiency as well as academic and financial requirements before being fully admitted to the university. One option to demonstrate English Language proficiency is to successfully complete the UNC Intensive English Language Program. Please see the UNC website for more information. International student Undergraduate/Transfer and Graduate applications (paper and on-line submission) with accompanying instructions are found on the UNC website as well. Applications and supporting documents are due at least 60 days prior to the semester to which students plan to enroll, or prior to their major program deadline (if any) for Graduate students.  Requirements Qualifying Exam: GRE Minimum Exam Score: GPA or Equivalent: 3.0 English Proficiency: Yes Research Competency: Yes Clinical Internship: Yes   Work Experience Volunteer Experience Publications Experience Foreign Language Requirement Other Requirements   Cost Per Credit Hour: $   Tuition:   Financial Aid Offered:       # of Students Enrolled Full Time: 861  # of Students Enrolled Part Time: 1485  Average GPA:   Average Test Scores:   Charge Per Credit: $687  Annual Full Time Avg Institution Tuition: $17226  Financial Aid Offered: Yes  Average Work Experience:   Specializations:   # of Terms Per Year: Semester  Placement Percentage:   Historically Black:   Religious Affiliation: Not applicable