Master of Counseling at Sam Houston State University

The Counseling is a Master degree offered by Sam Houston State University at its main campus in Huntsville , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 2 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from August 21, 2027.

About Master of Counseling

This MA program provides students with the necessary academic preparation to pursue licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas. Students receive complete and broad based training from faculty that have extensive clinical experience which prepares them to work with diverse clients in community mental health centers, community agencies, psychiatric facilities, and private practice. Specifically, students learn the knowledge and skills to treat clients who struggle with issues from adjusting to everyday life to serious mental health issues and concerns.

The Clinical Mental Health Counseling is accredited by the Counsel for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). At the end of the 60-credit-hour program, students receive a Master of Arts degree.

Emphasis Option:

Students interested in the treatment of children may complete play therapy electives and choose a play therapy focused internship.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Counseling at Sam Houston State University

Entry Requirements

Transcript evaluation of your baccalaureate degree if it is conferred outside of the U.S.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Counseling at Sam Houston State University

Application Fee 90

How to Apply for Master of Counseling at Sam Houston State University

Complete an online application and pay the $90 non-refundable application fee.
Create your SHSU Self Service Center account and upload additional application materials.
See your program of study for specific submission deadlines.
Provide a transcript evaluation of your baccalaureate degree if it is conferred outside of the U.S.

This evaluation must be provided by a NACES accredited evaluator. SHSU only requires a summary report showing your degree converted into U.S. equivalents to verify that hours attended, and overall GPA meet admission standards.

NACES accredited evaluators include SDR in Houston and WES. Additional NACES evaluators can be found at www.naces.org/members.
Submit an English proficiency test score
- Students who completed undergraduate or previous degree coursework at a university where English was the language of instruction, and have a GPA of 2.5 or higher, may be eligible for a english proficiency waiver.

Master of Counseling at Sam Houston State University

Sam Houston State University

United States of America, Huntsville