University of Missouri - Kansas City UMKC School of Education Counseling Psychology 5100 Rockhill Road Kansas City, MO 64110-2499 US   Phone: 1-816-235-1111 Fax: 1-816-235-1717   At a Glance Program Requirements Tuition & Financial Aid Institution Overview Important Dates Upcoming Events Degrees: Program Format: Master's M.A.; Ed.S. - Counseling and Guidance; Doctoral Ph.D. - Counseling Psychology On Campus Online   The Ph.D. degree in counseling psychology has been fully accredited by the American Psychological Association since 1985. Our Counseling Psychology program emphasizes multicultural and individual diversity within a scientist-practitioner model. Consistent with the University’s urban/metropolitan mission, this diverse faculty is committed to educating future Counseling Psychologists to improve the welfare of individuals and communities through scholarship and applied interventions. The program faculty encourages students to develop primary identification with the core values of counseling psychology. These values emphasize: a) Assets, strengths, and positive mental health b) Respect for cultural and individual diversity c) Scientific foundation for all activities d) Developmental models of human growth e) Relatively brief counseling interventions f) Person-environment interaction g) Education h) Career/vocational development Counseling Psychologists recognize the value of human diversity. The program emphasizes faculty and student competence in dealing with the broad range of diversity in both practice and science settings. Our commitment to cultural and individual diversity is reflected in: a) Faculty composition b) Student recruitment c) Scholarship d) Course content and offerings e) Practicum opportunities f) Community service and consultation Education in Counseling Psychology follows a developmental model in which science-practice integration is emphasized throughout the program. Early and progressive training is provided in research, culminating in professionals who can design, conduct, and evaluate research relevant for Counseling Psychologists. Similarly, early and progressive training in practice activity is emphasized. Program graduates will apply the values of Counseling Psychology to their work in a variety of employment settings, and as scientist-practitioners.     Accreditation Information: American Psychological Association (APA) Committee on Accreditation  # Of Credits Required:   Time To Degree:     Previous Degrees Recommended minimums for bachelor's level applicants: The completion of a bachelor's degree with a major in psychology. Recommended minimums for master's level applicants: The completion of a Master's degree in counseling or a closely related area. Graduate GPA of 3.50 or above.  Pre-Requisite Courses International Student Requirements Requirements Qualifying Exam: GRE Minimum Exam Score: 1000 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 Admission Selection Process Applicants will be evaluated using the following dimensions Academic potential Research potential Research interest Interpersonal characteristics Contribution to program diversity Commitment to multiculturalism Professional goals and interest Understanding of the profession of counseling psychology    Cost Per Credit Hour: $   Tuition:   Financial Aid Offered:       # of Students Enrolled Full Time:   # of Students Enrolled Part Time:   Average GPA:   Average Test Scores:   Charge Per Credit:   Annual Full Time Avg Institution Tuition:   Financial Aid Offered:   Average Work Experience: 2  Specializations:   # of Terms Per Year: Semester  Placement Percentage:   Historically Black: No   Religious Affiliation: