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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/Clinical or School).
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. You may use our transcript request form if your school requires it.
7. Submit official GRE scores.* The School of Psychology & 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. GRE waiver is only considered in the following instances:
- The applicant has an earned doctorate from a regionally accredited college or university
- The applicant has completed another master's degree at Regent University with at least a 3.5 GPA
- The applicant is admitted by portfolio (adult learners who meet certain requirements; Click here for more information)
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. You must use our Recommendation Form but your references may also submit a more detailed letter of recommendation if they so choose.
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 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. In some instances an interview may be conducted via video teleconference.
*Adult learners who have at least ten years of work experience may apply to the master's programs by a process called Portfolio Admission. Through this process, qualified applicants may be granted a GRE waiver or address a lower than desired undergraduate GPA. Click here for additional details.
Please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions at 757.352.4498, 800.681.5906 or via email at psycoun@regent.edu, should you have any further questions about the admissions process. |
