Behavioral Sciences/Counseling (B.A./M.A.)

Prospective students must meet two of the following three criteria:

• Minimum high school 3.5 GPA
• Minimum 27 ACT or 1100 SAT score
• Graduate in top 10% of high school class.

In addition to applying to the University, eligible students must submit a separate application for the BA/MA Program along with 3 letters of recommendation and a writing sample, as well as participate in an interview with BA/MA faculty.

• Completed online application for admission.
• Official transcripts from the last 4 years of high school.
• Transcripts need to be translated into English.
• One or more of the following test scores:
  • SAT scores(writing not required)
  • ACT scores(writing not required)
  • TOEFL scores - 62 or higher required
  • IELTS scores:
    • 5.5 overall or higher on the IELTS, as a whole
    • Only one sub score on the IELTS can fall to a 4.5.
    • If a student has a 5.0 on the IELTS, they can submit an ESL certificate showing proof of language proficiency; however, the IELTS date cannot be after the dates of ESL completion.
  • The Duolingo English Test - 95 or higher
  • Cambridge English Assessments:
    • B2 First – 160 or higher required
    • C1 Advanced – 160 or higher required
    • C2 Proficiency – 180 or higher required