In Demand

Counseling psychology job options are better the higher your credentials. A master's level degree and license make you more competitive and in-demand. If your educational goal is to pursue a doctoral degree in Psychology, then the Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology provides a valuable foundation toward that pursuit. As an LPC, your professional practice may involve assessment, intervention, and/or consultation.

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Admissions Requirements

Admission to the counseling psychology or forensic psychology master's program is based on an evaluation by the program's admission committee of the following information.

A 1-2 page essay that states the applicant's reasons for applying to the program and the applicant's career goals

Two letters of recommendation (including the Recommendation Form for Graduate Psychology Programs)

Evidence of having completed undergraduate or graduate courses in Statistics, Research Methods in Social Sciences or Psychology, and Psychopathology/Abnormal Psychology. A particular course requirement will be waived if the student passes a comprehensive final or its equivalent for the designated course with a grade of C or better.

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ADMISSION DEADLINE

The exam may be taken no more than once for a particular course

Graduate Admissions Index of 980 or higher. Official GRE General Test scores are required in order to calculate your Admissions Index
Official transcripts sent directly to the Office of Admissions from every institution previously attended

An interview with A&M-Victoria graduate faculty in psychology.

All applications must be completed by February 15 to be considered for admission for the fall of that year.  Students may start the psychology M.A. programs only during the fall semester. 

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