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    MA School Counseling

The MA program in School Counseling trains aspiring school counselors to work with K-12 students, following the American School Counselor Association National model. Training emphasizes understanding children's developmental stages and includes areas like addictive behaviors, career guidance, family counseling, and emotional support. Graduates are prepared to assist students, parents, teachers, and administrators, enhancing the overall educational and personal development of children and adolescents.

Program Coordinator: Dr. Nadine Isaac-Dennis

Core Faculty Members:  

PROGRAM LENGTH

  • Complete in 6 semesters.
  • Start in any semester, though fall is preferred.

APPLICATION PROCESS

  1. Apply online at www.andrews.edu/apply. Learn more!!
  2. Await committee review.
  3. If selected, attend an interview with the Program Coordinator.
  4. Wait for the committee's final decision.

TUITION COSTS

To learn about tuition costs and scholarship opportunities please visit Student Financial Services.

 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

  • Official transcripts: Submit transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
  • Recommendations: Two recommendations required from professionals (e.g., advisors, professors, employers), with at least one being academic and excluding relatives.
  • Resume: Provide information about employment, research, or special projects.
  • Minimum GPA: A minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.60 is required.
  • Statement of Purpose: 500-word Statement of Purpose outlining objectives (why study at Andrews University?), goals (personal, professional and academic) and future plans.

Learn more about the Curriculum and Degree Requirements.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS BY COUNTRY

International credentials requirements may be different from country to country. For more information visit our International Credential page.

Country-by-Country
Requirements

45% Tuition Discount available!

 

email gpc@andrews.edu for more information

TRAINING

  • Clinical: The program integrates counseling skills in courses, leading to practicum and internship opportunities. Students must complete prerequisites before starting practicum, focusing on accurate diagnosis and evidence-based interventions. Practicum is held at the Andrews Community Counseling Center, and a one-year internship in a K-12 school setting is mandatory before graduation.
  • Research: The program encourages research engagement from the first year, provides mentoring and a Research Methodology course, and fosters scientific school counseling with a focus on research, practice, multicultural aspects, and the science of the mind. Resources are available for students interested in research projects.

WE ARE HERE FOR YOU

Have questions? We have answers.

CONTACT US

Bell Hall 167
4195 Administration Drive
Berrien Springs, MI-49104

Phone: 269-471-3473
Email: gpc@andrews.edu

Program Coordinator: Dr. Nadine Isaac-Dennis


The MA programs in School Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling are accredited by CACREP, the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs, a specializing accrediting body recognized by COPA, the Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation. For information on student admission statistics, accreditation documents, and program objectives click here.