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We are honored that you are interested in applying to one of our Master's Programs. The following are the program admission prerequisites and requirements:
1. Hold a B.A. or B.S. from a regionally accredited college or university. Acceptable degrees include those in counseling, psychology, or related human behavioral fields. If your degree is in a different discipline, a minimum of 9 completed semester-hours in psychology courses is required. The following courses are recommended: Introduction to Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Human Development, and Personality Theory
2. Have a minimum of a 2.75 GPA for all undergraduate coursework (3.0 preferred).
3. Demonstrate an interest in counseling relative to the program to which you are applying (Community, School, or Human Services).
4. Have clearly stated career goals that parallel the profession of counseling.
5. Submit a completed application along with a $50 non-refundable application fee.
6. Submit official copies of transcripts from each college or university attended, submitted in a sealed envelope with an authorized signature across the flap of the envelope.
7. Submit official GRE scores. The GRE requirement cannot be waived. The School of Psychology and Counseling does not require the Psychology Subject test.The writing portion of the general test is used for placement purposes. A score of 3.5 or above will exempt admitted students from having to complete the University Writing Course.
For more information about the GRE you can contact:
GRE: Educational Testing Service, Princeton, NJ 08541, 609-771-7670 / 866-473-4373, www.ets.org/gre/
8. Submit a résumé or curriculum vita.
9. Submit three recommendations; faculty and clergy recommendations are required and a supervisor recommendation is preferred. If no supervisor is available a second faculty recommendation will suffice. Recommendations must be in a sealed envelope with the reference's signature over the seal; those received in any other format will be returned.
10. Submit a Personal Goals Statement.
An interview completes the admissions process prior to submitting your file to the admissions committee for their review. Interviews for the MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program are by invitation only and take place on the Virginia Beach campus in the Spring semester. Interviews for all other master's programs may be completed by phone or in-person, and the Office of Admissions will contact applicants once their application is complete to arrange the interview.
Please feel free to contact Rennie Hitchcock, MA Admissions Counselor, at 757-226-4231, 800-681-5906 or via email rennhit@regent.edu, should you have any further questions about the admissions process. |
