
USC Master's in School Counseling online — No GRE
The University of Southern California Rossier School of Education offers a Master of Education in School Counseling online for aspiring K-12 school counselors. The program can be completed in less than two years and there is no GRE requirement.
- No GRE required
- Prepares you for school counseling credential
- Bachelor’s degree required
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Master’s in School Counseling Online from the University of Denver
With no GRE required, earn your Master’s in School Counseling online in as few as 24 months from the University of Denver. Gain valuable skills through a curriculum centered on social justice and designed to adhere to the standards set by CACREP.
- No GRE required
- Live, online classes
- Complete in as few as 24 months
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Prepare to Become a School Counselor at NYU Steinhardt
Learn more about NYU Steinhardt’s online MA degree that prepares you to become a school counselor in as few as 18 months. Graduates can pursue certification and employment in pre-K–12 schools. Bachelor’s req.
- Complete in as few as 18 months.
- Pursue school counselor certification.
- Study bilingual school counseling (optional).
- GRE scores are not required.
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One or a few of these factors might help you determine which master’s in counseling program is worth your investment. As you continue to think through and plan your path to becoming a school counselor, take advantage of the breadth of school counselor resources available online and elsewhere.
Online Master’s Programs in School Counseling
Whether you’re hoping to obtain an online Master of Education in School Counseling or transition from teaching to a school counseling position, you’ll want to know what program options are available. We’ve compiled a list of master’s in school counseling programs, the delivery method and credit requirements. The difference between asynchronous and synchronous programs is that synchronous coursework takes place in a live online classroom as opposed to a video lecture recording.
University and Program Name | Test Requirement | Study Length | Number of Credits |
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Adams State University Master of Arts in School Counseling | No GRE Required | 2 years | 60 |
Bradley University Master of Arts in Professional School Counseling | No GRE Required | 2 years | 60 |
Edinboro University Master of Arts in School Counseling | No GRE Required | 2 years | 60 |
Indiana Wesleyan University Master of Arts in School Counseling | GRE Required | 2+ years | 48 |
New York University
Master of Arts in Counseling and Guidance SPONSORED | No GRE Required | As few as 18 months | 48 |
North Carolina Central University Master of Arts in School Counseling | GRE Required | 2 years | 51 |
North Carolina State University Master of Education in School Counseling | GRE Required | 3 years | 60 |
Regent University Master of Arts in School Counseling | GRE Required | 2 years | 60 |
University of Massachusetts in Boston Masters of Education in Counseling | No GRE Required | 2 years | 60 |
University of Denver
Master of Arts in School Counseling SPONSORED | No GRE Required | As few as 24 months | 72 quarter credits |
University of Louisiana Monroe Masters of Science in School Counseling | No GRE Required | 2 years | 60 |
University of Southern California (USC)
Master of Education in School Counseling SPONSORED | No GRE Required | 2-3 years | 49 |
Wake Forest University Master of Arts in School Counseling | GRE Required | 3 years | 60 |
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Adams State University
Department of Counselor Education and Family Therapy
Master of Arts in School Counseling
Alamosa, Colorado
Name of Degree: Master of Arts in School Counseling
Enrollment Type: Full-Time
Length of Program: 2 years
Credits: 60
Concentrations: N/AAdmission Requirements:
- Bachelors degree
- Two letters of recommendation
- Personal essay
- Official transcripts
Bradley University
College of Education and Health Sciences
Master of Arts in Professional School Counseling
Peoria, Illinois
Name of Degree: Master of Arts in Professional School Counseling
Enrollment Type: Full-Time
Length of Program: 2 years
Credits: 60
Concentrations: N/AAdmission Requirements:
- Official transcripts
- Three letters of recommendation
- Two short essays
- Virtual interview
- Complete basic skills courses
Edinboro University
Master of Arts in School Counseling
Edinboro, Pennsylvania
Name of Degree: Master of Arts in School Counseling
Enrollment Type: N/A
Length of Program: 2 years
Credits: 60
Concentrations: N/AAdmission Requirements:
- Bachelor degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Three letters of reference
- Official transcripts
- APA formatted writing sample
Indiana Wesleyan University
Master of Arts in School Counseling
Marion, Indiana
Name of Degree: Master of Arts in School Counseling
Enrollment Type: Full-Time
Length of Program: 2+ years
Credits: 48
Concentrations: N/AAdmission Requirements:
- Bachelor degree from a regionally accredited institution or by the Association for Biblical Higher Education
- GPA of 3.0 for undergraduate degree
- Six credit hours of psychology coursework
- Six credit hours of Bible coursework
- GRE scores achieved in the last five years
- Writing sample
- Three letters of recommendation

New York University
NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development
Master of Arts in Counseling and Guidance
New York, New York
The Counseling@NYU program is designed for aspiring school counselors who want to help diverse pre-K–12 students succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. The online MA degree program is delivered by the NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development, which educates students to use their knowledge creatively to inspire social change.
Enrollment Type: Full-Time
Length of Program: As few as 18 months
Credits: 48
North Carolina Central University
School of Education
Master of Arts in School Counseling
Durham, North Carolina
Name of Degree: Master of Arts in School Counseling
Enrollment Type: Full-Time
Length of Program: 2 years
Credits: 51
Concentrations: N/AAdmission Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Official transcripts
- Two letters of recommendation
- Essay
North Carolina State University
College of Education
Master of Education in School Counseling
Raleigh, North Carolina
Name of Degree: Master of Education in School Counseling
Enrollment Type: Part-Time
Length of Program: 3 years
Credits: 60
Concentrations: N/AAdmission Requirements:
- Official transcripts
- Bachelors degree
- Three letters of recommendation
- TOEFL (for international applicants)
Regent University
Master of Arts in School Counseling
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Name of Degree: Master of Arts in School Counseling
Enrollment Type: Full-Time
Length of Program: 2 years
Credits: 60
Concentrations: N/AAdmission Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Background survey
- Unofficial/official transcripts
- Three references
- Valid ID
- Interview
University of Massachusetts in Boston
College of Education and Human Development
Masters of Education in Counseling
Boston, Massachusetts
Name of Degree: Masters of Education in Counseling
Enrollment Type: Full-Time
Length of Program: 2 years
Credits: 60
Concentrations:Adjustment Counseling
Admission Requirements:
- Official transcripts
- CV/resume
- Statement of purpose
- Two letters of recommendation
- MTEL test (for licensure in MA)

University of Denver
Morgridge College of Education Online
Master of Arts in School Counseling
Denver, Colorado
Advocate for P-12 students and become an agent of change in your community. With no GRE required, earn your Master’s in School Counseling online in as few as 24 months from the University of Denver. Gain valuable skills through a curriculum centered on social justice and designed to adhere to the standards set by CACREP.
Enrollment Type: Full-Time
Length of Program: As few as 24 months
Credits: 72 quarter credits
Admission Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Cumulative 2.5 on a 4.0 scale or a 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for the last 60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits
- Two letters of recommendation
- Current resume
- Unofficial transcripts from all postsecondary institutions you attended; if admitted, official transcripts will be required
- Statement of professional goals
- Diversity statement
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University of Louisiana Monroe
College of Health Sciences
Masters of Science in School Counseling
Monroe, Louisiana
Name of Degree: Masters of Science in School Counseling
Enrollment Type: Full-Time
Length of Program: 2 years
Credits: 60
Concentrations: N/AAdmission Requirements:
- CV/resume
- Letter of interest
- Three letters of recommendation

University of Southern California (USC)
USC Rossier School of Education
Master of Education in School Counseling
Los Angeles, California
The University of Southern California Rossier School of Education offers a Master of Education in School Counseling online for aspiring K-12 school counselors. This program prepares students to pursue their credential as a school counselor and focuses on three core areas of study: college and career readiness, restorative justice, and trauma informed practices.
Enrollment Type: Full-Time
Length of Program: 2-3 years
Credits: 49
Admission Requirements:
- A bachelor’s degree or its recognized equivalent from a regionally accredited institution
- A superior scholastic record, normally above a 3.0 GPA
- The ability to communicate effectively (both written and verbal) as demonstrated by academic performance and/or professional experience
- A Statement of Purpose
- Two short-answer responses
- Employment Information
- A minimum of two letters of recommendation
- Basic Skills Requirement
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Wake Forest University
The Graduate School
Master of Arts in School Counseling
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Name of Degree: Master of Arts in School Counseling
Enrollment Type: Part-Time
Length of Program: 3 years
Credits: 60
Concentrations: N/AAdmission Requirements:
- Personal statement
- Transcripts
- Letters of recommendation
- GRE scores
Last updated January 2022.