Master of Arts - Psychology (Counseling Psychology)
- 2 years
- Duration
- 35,040 USD
- Price
- Rolling admission
- Start
- Rolling admission
- Deadline
- Master
- Degree
- Mixed
- Format
- Multiple Locations / Austria
- Location
- Webster University
- School
Program description
The goal of the Master of Arts in Psychology with a concentration in counseling psychology is to equip students with the theoretical and practical understanding of the field that will allow them to practice effectively.
Future psychologists will be taught to be ethical and sensitive to the cultural values and worldviews of their clients, as well as to have a firm grasp of the theory and practice of counseling psychology.
Education is available in the Austria, Greece and the Netherlands
Program structure
Main modules
The 48 credit hours required to complete the MA in psychology with an emphasis in counseling psychology program are distributed as follows:
- Bases of Counseling Psychology
- Approaches to Counseling and Therapy
- Advanced Developmental Psychology
- Psychopathology
- Research Design
- Assessment
- Group Processes and Group Therapy
- Psychopharmacology
- Ethical and Legal Foundations
- Applied Statistics and Research Methods
- Special Topics in Counseling Psychology
- Master’s Thesis
- Practice and Supervision
- Internship
Price
Fee for education is 35040.00 USD for international students
This list does not include all fees charged by Webster University.
- Application Fee (non-refundable) - $50
- Graduation Fee (non-refundable) - $100
- Transcript Fee - $15
- Study Abroad (non-refundable) - varies
NOTE: Courses in various academic programs sometimes require expendable supplies or services, and in these cases the student may be billed a class fee for such costs.
Requirements for applicants
Requirements for admission to the psychology (MA) with an emphasis in counseling psychology program include:
- A bachelor’s degree in psychology from a recognized university as stated in the Admission section located at the front of this catalog or equivalent.
- A cumulative GPA of a 3.0 from the applicant's undergraduate degree granting institution.
- Completion of undergraduate coursework in the following areas: (1) introductory or general psychology, (2) statistics, (3) research methods or experimental psychology.
- Preference in the admission process will be given for applicants demonstrating completed coursework in the following areas: (1) social psychology, (2) biological psychology, neuropsychology or physiological psychology, (3) personality theory, (4) human development or developmental psychology, (5) abnormal psychology.
- Submission of a curriculum vitae* that includes prior employment and related experience.
- Submission of two letters of recommendation* from persons familiar with applicant's professional and academic experience, and one academic reference.
- A personal statement* of approximately 600 words describing the applicant’s academic and professional goals, and reasons for applying for the program.
- A required personal interview with senior program faculty members prior to admission decision.
*These required materials must be electronically uploaded to the application account.
English Proficiency for international student applicants:
Successfully meeting the requirements for one of the following tests within the last two years:
- TOEFL: jBT: 80
- TOEFL: pBT: 550
- IELTS: Academic: 6.0
- Duolingo: 110
- Pearson: 53
- Cambridge Academic English: 169
- Password: 6.0
- GTEC: 1201
- jTEP: 3.7
- SAT's English-based Reading and Writing Score: 450
- ACT composite score: 23
- Completion of at least one year academic of college-level coursework for undergraduate students at a regionally accredited U.S. institution of higher learning within the last three years. It must be academic coursework that is completed; ESL coursework does not qualify.
- Completion of at least one semester of graduate-level courses with grades of B or higher at a regionally accredited U.S. institution of higher learning within the last three years. Coursework must be academic; ESL coursework does not qualify.
- If a student has completed three or more years of study in an English-medium high school or university-level academic program in a country other than ones listed above, he/she may request a waiver.
- Successful completion of the ELS Language Center's English for Academic Purposes or ELS Language Center Level 112 (must have valid ELS 112 Certificate of Completion).
- Successful completion of the University of Central Florida's Center for Multilingual Multicultural Studies (CMMS) Intensive English Program (must have valid completion certificate).
About the university
The extraordinary history of Webster University, which was founded in 1915 by the Loretto Sisters with the goal of making higher education more accessible to all, can be traced back to that same commitment to racial equality.
The growing interconnectedness of our world has prompted us to spend the last four decades creating a global network of engaged academics and alumni who work together to create meaningful connections in their local communities and beyond.
Our Core Values
- Students - keeping small classes, personal connections with professors and staff, and a focus on the needs of individual students is one way to ensure a truly global education for every student.
- Learning - for this purpose, we aim to develop educational programs that combine theory and practice; provide an international perspective; encourage creativity; and foster a lifelong desire to learn.
- Diversity and Inclusion - Instilling in students an appreciation for diversity and an understanding of their own and others' values by creating an environment that is accessible to individuals of diverse cultures, ages, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Global Citizenship - in order to educate and empower a wide range of people from all walks of life, as well as to protect the environment and strengthen the communities we serve.
Campuses and Locations
No matter where you live or work, our undergraduate and graduate programs are here to help you reach your professional and personal goals. We have campuses in USA, China, Greece, Austria, Switzerland and others.
