Elementary School Counseling, MEd
A 60-hour, evening/online program leading to Missouri certification and eligibility for Missouri Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor credentials
Thank you for your interest in the University of Missouri—St. Louis (UMSL) Counseling Program and the Master’s of Education in School Counseling. The counseling faculty members are committed to training multiculturally-competent school counselors to serve K-12 students in urban environments.
The School Counseling specialty area prepares graduate students to work as school counselors. The program is approved by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Students are trained to apply principles of learning, human development, counseling, research, and measurement within the schools. Preparation is designed to enable students to deliver counseling services to schools and their extended communities.
The University of Missouri—St. Louis Counseling Programs are accredited by the highest national counseling accrediting organization (the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs; CACREP); this professional accreditation ensures that a degree from the program will be recognized nationally for employment and credentialing. Counseling degree program graduates have outstanding records of achieving counseling credentials, including a very high pass rate on the examinations required for Missouri school counselor certification and counselor licensure. Our graduates are highly respected by regional school districts and are sought out to fill open positions. Program faculty members take pride in providing a recognized and valuable education.
In the 2020-2021 academic year, 15 students graduated from the school counseling program. About 76% of our students who start the program complete it. Most graduates (about 92%) pass the certification exam and about 92% are employed in the field.
Intakes
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Application Processing Time in Days: 25
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Thank you for your interest in starting a career with the University of Missouri-St. Louis. To be considered for employment, all potential employees must apply online for an open position. The University of Missouri-St. Louis does not accept application materials other than those submitted via our online application.
UMSL serves as a proud anchor institution in north St. Louis County. This role demands that we position ourselves not only as good neighbors but as active partners in the development of education, health care, public safety, social service, business and industry initiatives that strengthen our communities, our city and our state.
We share the belief that no accomplishment will be more critical to these endeavors than improving educational opportunity for all. As a result, we have partnered with the chamber of commerce to become a powerful force in the St. Louis Regional Education Commitment. We are committed to doing our part to increase the number of adults in St. Louis who hold a bachelor’s degree to 40 percent by the year 2025. The direct result of this effort will be a more educated, empowered workforce – one that will continue to make St. Louis an exemplary, desirable place for corporations, technology startups and other industry innovators who have the power to bring growth, opportunity and lasting stability to our region.
As one of the largest, most culturally and ethnically diverse universities in Missouri, we believe no institution is better suited to assist with this goal than UMSL.
Finally, though we are proudly St. Louis, we also know that our impact reaches far beyond our immediate surroundings. The reach of our programs and partnerships spans the globe, most importantly through the influence of our graduates. Our alumni are business leaders, health-care professionals, educators and scientists who have found work in nearly every state and multiple countries. Their accomplishments inspire our collective efforts to create solutions and positively impact society.
From our own backyard to the broader world, we are committed to building a future in which our greatest outcome is transformative change for all.
PSW Opportunity
3Yrs of PSW
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Grade Point Average A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required to be considered for regular admission. This GPA is higher than the minimum for the Graduate School. An undergraduate GPA below 3.0 will be considered on an individual basis for restricted admission.
Minimum requirements vary by department. It is recommended that students have a 79 TOEFL, 6.5 IELTS, 53 PTE-A, or 105-110 Duolingo
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
80700 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 40 USD
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