Lewis University

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.A. - Counseling Psychology, LPC

Program Description:

This program is designed for those who are seeking to refine job-related psychological skills and knowledge. Students can specialize in mental health counseling, child and adolescent counseling, or school guidance.

Accreditation:

Goals for the program follow the recommendations of the American Counseling Association and meet the state of Illinois requirements so that students can sit for counseling licensing exams.

Eligibility Requirements:

1.Completed at least 15 hours of psychology, including a course in statistics or research methods. 2.Submitted a completed application with an accompanying personal statement. 3.Submitted two letters of recommendation from professors, employers or supervisors. 4.Submitted an official transcript of all academic work previously attempted or completed. The last 60 hours of work should equal a 3.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. 5.The applicant’s personal statement will be used as a writing sample. 6.Certified their proficiency in reading and writing English by achieving a 550 on the written exam or a 213 on the computerized exam for the applicant’s nationality group on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). (Applicable only if student is from a non-English speaking country.) 7.Received acceptance by the Graduate Council of the College of Arts and Sciences.

# of Credits Required:

48

International Student Requirements:

Certified their proficiency in reading and writing English by achieving a 550 on the written exam or a 213 on the computerized exam for the applicant’s nationality group on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). (Applicable only if student is from a non-English speaking country.)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

730 USD

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Format: Campus

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large Suburb

Size & Settings: 5,000 - 9,999