MASTER OF SCIENCE IN COUNSELING ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
New students are admitted to counseling graduate programs at Carson-Newman for the fall and spring semesters. Requested application submission dates are:
Fall Enrollment Deadline
February 1
Spring Enrollment Deadline
October 1
The enrollment deadlines are firm, and all application materials should be submitted prior to the deadline for consideration.
In addition to the common admission requirements for all C-N graduate programs, applicants to the counseling graduate program (MSC) must meet these minimum qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited university. We welcome applications from international students
- A minimum overall undergraduate grade point average of 3.0
Applicants will also be asked complete the following:
- Professional resume
- Statement of purpose
- Interview to assess motivation for professional development, communication skills, self-awareness, confidence and potential for working with diverse populations
- Two recommendations: one academic and one employer (online request recommendation form)
- Background record check