MS in Counseling Admission & Application Requirements
Master of Science in Counseling Application Deadlines
- Summer: February 1
Steps to Apply
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- Create your account in GradCAS
- Select your program from the list and click “+” to add to your cart.
- Complete the three general application sections.
- Complete the fourth, MSUM section (See Application Requirements below).
- Make sure to request all documents before submitting your application. Once you submit, you can no longer amend or upload additional documents.
- Pay the $50 application fee.
The Admission and Graduate Studies Offices will verify your documents and requirements.
Counseling Admission Requirements
- A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution. No specific major is required.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or at least 3.25 for the last 30 semester credits.
- Note: International students are not eligible to apply for the MS in Counseling program.
Counseling Application Requirements
- GradCAS application
- A current resume.
- Unofficial transcripts are required from all institutions you list on your application.
- If you attended MSUM or other Minnesota State system institutions, you can retrieve your unofficial transcripts from eServices, contact graduate@mnstate.edu and we can assist.
- Upon admission, you must request official transcripts from your degree-conferring institutions and any other transcripts listing possible graduate transfer coursework. Official transcripts can be requested through Parchment or the National Student Clearinghouse and sent directly to processing@mnstate.edu.
- MSUM or MN system institution students do not need to request official transcripts. The admission team will do this on your behalf.
- Three letters of recommendation from professors, employers, supervisors, counselors, or other professionals.
- An essay detailing your personal career goals (approximately 350 words).
- A criminal background check through CastleBranch before admission to the program. The cost is $55.50, and processing takes 48-72 hours. Your report will be shared with MSUM.
- Select "Place Order".
- Select "Counseling and Student Affairs".
- Select "I am a new student".
- Enter all the required information.
- Previous address information is necessary.
For questions about the program or the application process please call Graduate Studies 218.477.2134 or email graduate@mnstate.edu.
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