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Accredited Graduate Counseling Programs

Are you looking to build a career in the growing fields of clinical rehabilitation counseling, clinical mental health, or school counseling?

The University of Scranton offers three distinct on-campus 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.

Multiple entry terms available throughout the year!

School Counseling and Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling - application deadlines:
- Fall entry: July 15 | Spring entry: December 15 | Summer entry: April 15

Clinical Mental Health Counseling - application deadline:
- Fall entry only: March 1

Programs

U.S. News & World Report ranks The University of Scranton’s Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling program among the top 50 of all programs in the nation. Our program was ranked #49 in the nation in its 2025-2026 "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.

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 just a few programs in the nation to have its own counselor training center.

Throughout the program, you will work with a faculty mentor who will assist with your personal academic planning.

You'll gain the knowledge and experience necessary to become a certified Pre-K-12 school counselor and have the opportunity to pursue additional credentials, such as the National Certified Counselor (NCC), National Certified School Counselor (NCSC), and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).

You'll engage in fieldwork through faculty-supervised practicum and internship experiences.

"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 “Best Colleges” has ranked Scranton among the top 10 master's universities in the North for over 30 years.
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.

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