Master of Science in Counseling (MSC)
Available OnlineGraduate Degree
The UIU Advantage
UIU’s online Master of Science in Counseling degree program prepares students to become professional counselors for a unique profession that emphasizes prevention of emotional and mental disorders, early intervention when problems are identified, and empowerment of clients.
Counselors not only assist individuals; they are committed to working for social justice in our society and learn to work effectively with a diverse clientele.
The master’s in counseling degree is a primarily a semester-long program. Courses are offered in the Fall and Spring Semesters (16-weeks each) and the Summer Semester (14-weeks). In addition, there may be courses offered in an 8-week session of the Summer Semester.
Why Master of Science in Counseling at UIU?
- Courses are offered 100% online via Zoom in the evening times to accommodate working families and adult learners, building a strong sense of an academic community where the students get to know their fellow peers and professors.
- Attend as a full-time or part-time student. Most students complete this degree in 2-3 years.
- Field experiences take place in the area where the trainee counselor lives.
- Course curriculum is aligned to meet the Council on Accreditation for Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) standards.
- Learn from faculty who have real-world experience and are experts in the fields they teach; enjoy the support of helpful, caring staff who are there for you from start to finish.
Areas of Emphasis
The MSC program offers two emphases:
- Mental Health Counseling, which prepares graduate students to serve as counselors in a variety of community settings, including but not limited to hospitals, substance abuse treatment facilities, colleges, universities, private practice, rehabilitation facilities, court systems, crisis and disaster mental health services and many more.
- School Counseling, which prepares graduate students to serve the community as counselors in public, charter, and private schools (K through 12th grade).
Master of Science in Counseling
Application Deadlines
- For Fall admission: May 31
- For Spring admission: November 30
Master of Science in Counseling Application
* For more information about the Counseling program and how to apply, please refer to the Admissions Booklet document which is located below.
Contact Info
Panagiotis Markopoulos, Ph.D.
Director of Master of Science in Counseling Program and Assistant Professor of Counseling
[email protected]
1-800-553-4150
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Careers with an MSC
Graduates may find employment in a variety of settings, including but not limited to hospitals, substance abuse treatment centers, schools, colleges, universities, and private practice.
UIU Locations for Master's Degree in Master of Science in Counseling (MSC)
Distance Learning
Connecticut
Illinois
Oklahoma
Texas
22%
Projected growth in substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselor jobs from 2018 to 2028
15:1
Student to faculty ratio means small class sizes and one-on-one time with instructors
$70,000
National average salary for someone with a master’s in counseling (BLS)
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Faculty Spotlight
Kim King, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Counseling (2016)
The need for mental health support has never been greater and the UIU Mental Health Counseling program prepares students to meet this need in both a clinical and school setting.
