Master of Professional School Counseling at Appalachian State University

Study Professional School Counseling at Appalachian State University, a Master degree offered at its main campus in Boone , United States of America. This Full Time program is delivered on campus in English and takes approximately 3 years to complete. Students benefit from a structured learning experience designed to build both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. The next intake is scheduled for August 21, 2027.

About Master of Professional School Counseling

Build a career helping students.

Expand your impact on students' lives with a Master of Arts in Professional School Counseling from App State. Backed by thoughtful coursework designed to help you nurture and empower students, you will graduate ready for a dynamic job market in need of quality school counselors. Nearly 100% of graduates are hired within three months of graduation.

This program meets the requirements for North Carolina School Counselor Licensure (K–12). It also follows guidelines and standards set forth by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) and is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).

Disciplines

Social Sciences Human Services

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Professional School Counseling at Appalachian State University

Entry Requirements

Submit your graduate application online.
Pay the non-refundable application fee online.
Provide names of three references.
Upload your current resume or vita.
Submit official scores from the appropriate standardized test (GRE, GMAT, MAT). Test waivers may be available for certain programs.
Submit unofficial transcript(s) from all colleges or universities from which you earned a degree, or that you have attended within the past five years. Transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES accredited evaluation service(link is external).
Provide proof of English proficiency.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Professional School Counseling

Where can an App State degree take you? Anywhere you want to go!

Careers

Professional School Counselor
School Based Therapist
College Preparatory Counselor/Coach
University Advisor Career Counselor
Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Camp Director / Programming Director (autism, grief, outdoor programs, leadership)

Employers

School systems across North Carolina and the southeastern U.S.
Smoky Mountain Mental Health
Daymark Mental Health
Meridian Mental Health
RHA Mental Health

Career information resource

App State's Career Development Center
Services provided by the Career Development Center include resume reviews, career coaching, job and internship search assistance, and other tools for you to achieve life and professional success.

Alumnus Profile: Calvin Craig IV '19

Craig's experience as a student in the professional school counseling program at App State has "given me the confidence and determination to be an innovator and leader in this profession." He is now a school counselor at Swansboro High School in Swansboro, North Carolina.
Dr. Jill Van Horne and Swathi Prabhu

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Professional School Counseling at Appalachian State University

Application Fee 65

How to Apply for Master of Professional School Counseling at Appalachian State University

If you have previously started or submitted an application to the Graduate School at Appalachian, select "Log in" under Returning users and login using the same email address as before, then select Start New Application.

To start a new application to the Graduate School, select "Create an account" under First-time users if you have never had an account with us before and follow the instructions.

Master of Professional School Counseling at Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University

United States of America, Boone