Master of Education in Counseling
Prepare for a career in counseling in a variety of settings. No GRE required.
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Master of Education in Counseling
Prepare for a career in counseling in a variety of settings. No GRE required.
Become a Mental Health Advocate
Gain a deeper knowledge of human growth and development as you prepare for a rewarding career as a licensed professional in a variety of settings. You’ll be able to choose from several specializations:
- Addiction Counseling
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- School Counseling
- Sports Counseling
No matter what track you choose, you’ll learn about effective and compassionate communication while preparing to improve the mental and emotional wellness of those in your community. You’ll also be able to enhance your degree with one of three certificates:
- Play Therapy Certificate
- School Counselor to Mental Health Counselor Certificate
- Clinical Mental Health Counselor Certificate
60 Credit Hours
$348.48 per credit hour
*Does not include college and department fees, as these vary based on major and credits enrolled. The tuition and fees listed are subject to change by action of the Kansas Board of Regents.
Complete Your Degree Faster
Transfer your credits from accredited institutions to finish faster.
In Person, On Campus
No GRE Required
Open to Anyone With an Undergraduate Degree
$49,517
Average Licensed Mental Health Counselor Salary
$68,599
Average Clinical Director Salary
$51,354
Average Mental Health Clinician Salary
$59,577
Average Clinical Supervisor Salary
$49,076
Average School Counselor Salary
Salary information gathered from PayScale and Glassdoor.
Faculty Highlights
Jason Herron
Jason Herron studies the cognitive processes related to complex decision making and problem solving, teacher pedagogical decision making (teachers processes related to the decisions they make about their teaching practice, or classroom practices) and epistemological beliefs (about knowing and learning, such as the certainty or complexity of knowledge). He has multiple journal publications on topics such as K-12 education, problem-solving groups and career development for exceptional individuals.
Dr. Jason Li, LCP, NCC
Jason Li is an Associate Professor in the Department of Intervention Services and Leadership in Education in the College of Applied Studies. His research interests broadly focused on areas of career development, addictive behaviors and mental issues of underrepresented groups in the school setting. Li has over 20 published works and has been recognized with multiple awards for his research and curriculum developments.
Admission Requirements
- Admission to the WSU graduate school with a minimum 3.0 GPA for the last 60 credit hours
- Your resume and a statement of professional goals
- Contact information for three professional references
- Application Deadlines – November 1 (Spring Admission); May 1 (Summer/Fall Admission)
Individualized Admissions Path
Create a plan with your advisor after submitting transcripts and application
Financial Aid-Eligible
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“My experience at WSU as a graduate student in the Counseling department prepared me for my profession in a myriad of ways. I felt respected and valued as a student and yet challenged to grow in ways that would be beneficial to my career.”