Accredited Graduate Counseling Programs
Are you looking to build a career in the growing fields of clinical rehabilitation counseling or clinical mental health counseling?
The University of Scranton offers two on-campus master's programs specifically designed to help you gain the in-depth knowledge and professional skills you will need to advance your career and make a meaningful impact in this industry.
Our programs are nationally accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), the accrediting body for the counseling profession.
Applications for 2027 are open!
There are different application deadlines depending on the counseling program you wish to pursue.
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling MS:
- Fall entry only: November 15 (priority application) | March 1 (regular application)
- Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling MS:
- Fall entry only: March 1 (priority application) | July 15 (regular application)
Clinical Mental Health Counseling MS
The MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling is suited for those looking to work in mental health agencies, college counseling centers, and substance abuse and eating disorder treatment centers.
Our program is one of only a few in the nation with its own counselor training center.
Throughout the program, you will work with a faculty mentor who will assist with your personal academic planning.
Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling MS
U.S. News & World Report consistently recognizes The University of Scranton’s Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling program among the top 50 in the nation. Our program ranked #43 (tied) in the US and #1 in PA in its 2026 "Best Graduate Schools" guidebook.
Students graduating from the program may take the National Certification Exam for Rehabilitation Counseling (CRC) and/or the National Counselor Exam (NCE) - both of which are a step toward becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor in most states.
"I am most grateful to my professors who have shaped me, challenged me, and provided me with the opportunity not only to grow as a professional but to find out who I really am."
– Safia Abulaila, G'15
Program Benefits
At The University of Scranton, you will have the chance to study in small, interactive classes, led by highly experienced and knowledgeable faculty.
- With a 7:1 student-faculty ratio, you will have access to a more personalized learning environment with faculty serving as close mentors.
And as part of a Jesuit, values-based education, our ultimate goal is to help develop self-reflective practitioners, competent caregivers, and ethical community leaders.
More Reasons to Choose Scranton
- U.S. News & World Report’s “2027 Best Colleges” has ranked Scranton #137 (tied) among National Universities and #71 (tied) among Private Schools - National Universities.
- At $757 per credit, the tuition cost for our counseling programs is among the most competitive in PA and for regionally accredited universities.
- You will have access to our Counselor Training Center to help you experience real-world working situations and gain hands-on practice.
Related Graduate Programs
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