Ph.D. in Counseling & Personnel Services (Counselor Education, School Counseling)

Ph.D.in Counseling and Personnel Services (Counselor Education, School Counseling)

The Doctor of Philosophy program in Counselor Education (School Counseling) prepares students to function in a variety of high-level positions related to school counseling, school guidance services and counselor education.

The program includes advanced coursework in clinical practice and supervision, career development, prevention and research. Flexibility in coursework allows students to develop an area of concentrated study consistent with academic interests and professional goals.

Certification

Graduates may qualify to become Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC).

For details about program curriculum, visit the Degree Requirements - Graduate Catalog.

Admission Requirements

Prospective students must submit an online application for admission to the School of Interdisciplinary and Graduate Studies.

A master's degree or its equivalent in counseling psychology or related field (i.e. mental health counseling, college student personnel, school counseling). Applicant are required to submit all official transcripts as verification of coursework and degree(s). Undergraduate grade point average must be greater than 2.75 and graduate grade point average must be greater than 3.5.
Two letters of recommendation from individuals who can speak to the applicant’s academic and/or professional capabilities and potential.
Official scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) with a total greater than 1000 in the verbal and quantitative sections (individual verbal and quantitative scores of 450 or greater). Applicants are required to submit the analytical writing scores as well. Need help preparing for the GRE? Sign up for a GRE Information Session.
The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required of all foreign students from countries in which English is not the native language. Students holding a baccalaureate or advanced degree from an accredited institution in the United States are exempt from this requirement.
A statement of professional goals appropriate to pursuing a Ph.D. in college student personnel from the University of Louisville.

An applicant who does not meet one of the above criteria and wishes to be considered for admission should include, in his/her application package, a written rationale for why the doctoral admissions committee should consider the application.

Applicants ranked highest by the doctoral admissions committee based on their application package will be interviewed on campus or by telephone.

Visit the Doctoral Student web site to learn more about the admission process. If you have questions about the program, e-mail ecpyinfo@louisville.edu.

Application Deadlines

Spring Term Admission: October 15 only

Fall Term Admission: January 15 (if requesting financial assistance) or April 15 (if no assistance is needed and positions are available).

Note: If spaces are available in the program after the March 1 deadline, fall applications will be considered until June 15. Please check with the department prior to applying.

Contact

Department of Educational and Counseling Psychology
College of Education & Human Development
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY 40292
502-852-6884

Program Faculty

Opportunities for Graduates

Graduates should be able to find a faculty position at the college or university level or serve in a leadership position in the school districts in the area of Student Services.

In addition to the financial aid opportunities offered by the University, the College of Education & Human Development also has information about financial aid.

Other financial aid opportunities available include graduate assistantships and other employment opportunities.

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