University of Wisconsin - Stout College of Human Development Marriage and Family Therapy 221 Vocational Rehabilitation Building Menomonie, WI 54751 US   Phone: 1-715-232-2404 Fax: 1-715-232-2524   At a Glance Program Requirements Tuition & Financial Aid Institution Overview Important Dates Upcoming Events Degrees: Program Format: Master's M.S. - Marriage and Family Therapy On Campus   Marriage and Family Therapists (MFTs) are uniquely trained to use psychotherapy and psych-education to help people improve their ability to relate to others. Clinically, an individual’s symptoms are understood and treated in the context of these important relationships. Wile MFTs work in the same settings as other therapists, they are the best trained to help people make informed relationship decisions that promote emotional /psychological adjustment in themselves and others. Program curriculum meets licensing criteria in most states (including Wisconsin and Minnesota), prepares students for membership in the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and adheres to the rigorous standards for training set by the Commission on Accreditation of Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE).     Accreditation Information: The Graduate School at UW-Stout is fully accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools (NCA) to offer programs at the master's and education specialist levels. Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Thera  # Of Credits Required: 56  Time To Degree: 2+ years    Previous Degrees BS/BA degree (major emphasis in Behavioral Sciences) from an accredited institution, and an overall grade point average (GPA) of at least a 2.75. Applicants who have less than a 2.75 overall GPA, but have relevant work experience since receiving the bachelor's degree and who are otherwise judged qualified, may qualify for admissions with probationary status. This would require completion of graduate courses in the 1st semester with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in order to continue in the program.  Pre-Requisite Courses International Student Requirements Admission requirements include: (1) Admission to a graduate degree program and the Graduate School; (2) English proficiency TOEFL score of at least 173 computer-based and 500 paper-based or 213 computer-based, 550 paper-based depending on which program is chosen, and 61 Internet-based. Test scores should be sent directly to UW-Stout (school code #1740); (3) Official copies of all post-secondary transcripts (translated into English), including proof of baccalaureate and/or highest earned degree; (4) Undergraduate GPA of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale; (5) specific program requirements. Contact program directors for information; (6) Documented evidence of sufficient financial resources to complete a degree program; (7) the enclosed application form along with a non-refundable application fee payable to UW-Stout in U.S. funds.  Requirements Qualifying Exam: None Required Minimum Exam Score: GPA or Equivalent: 2.75 English Proficiency: Yes Research Competency: Yes Clinical Internship: No   Work Experience When the number of applicants exceeds the number that can be accommodated, students selection is based on professional work experience in a helping profession (counseling, social work, psycholgy, etc)  Volunteer Experience When the number of applicants exceeds the number that can be accommodated, students selection is based on volunteer experience in a helping profession (counseling, social work, psycholgy, etc)  Publications Experience Foreign Language Requirement None  Other Requirements     Cost Per Credit Hour: $ 346.00  Tuition: 19372  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: Yes  Average Work Experience:   Specializations:   # of Terms Per Year: Semester  Placement Percentage:   Historically Black:   Religious Affiliation: