Applicants are not required to have an undergraduate degree in psychology. Students must have taken the following prerequisites (all of which must be completed with a grade of C or better):

1. General Psychology (3)

2. Behavioral Statistics (3)

3. Research Methods (3)

4. Abnormal Psychology (3)
    

An undergraduate transcript from each university attended is required.

An undergraduate grade point average of 3.00 is required for admission. All GPA calculations for admission are based upon the last 60 credits of undergraduate and post-baccalaureate study.

A completed application for admission is required. Perspective students may either apply online (preferred) or click here to print an application. . This should be completed and mailed directly to the Graduate School.

Three letters of recommendation, which attest the applicant's potential to succeed in graduate school and strong interpersonal skills, are also required. Use the Graduate School Recommendation Form 

Acceptable performance on the GENERAL Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Important information about the GRE, GRE testing centers and test dates can be found here. 

A letter of intent indicating why the applicant is interested in pursuing a graduate degree in Counseling Psychology. This letter should be sent directly to the graduate school at the above address.

The highest ranking applicants will be required to interview with the faculty of the Counseling Psychology program. Invitations to interview will made in February. Interviews will take place in March.

Completed applications and admission credentials must meet the deadline of January 15th for fall semester admission.  Applications are not accepted for spring admission.  Admission to the program is granted on a competitive, space-available basis.