Priority Application Deadline: February 1
Full Time: Yes | Online Options: Yes
Program Duration: 21 months
Program Course Work: 60 credits
2022-23 Tuition Cost Per Credit: $965
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Attend Our Information Session: October 25, 2023Join us for an Information Session for our Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling Programs. You will have an opportunity to meet with the Director of the Program and the Graduate Admissions Recruiter as we discuss program highlights, curriculum and the application process. There will be plenty of time for Q & A, so have your questions ready. The Information Session will be held on Wednesday October 25th, at 7:00pm CST. Please RSVP at the link below. We look forward to seeing you there! |
The master's in clinical mental health counseling program from Marquette University prepares students to have a successful career as a counselor in a variety of settings, and to enter the job market with a skill set that's in high demand.
Students have the option to stay general, or specialize in addiction, child and adolescent, or clinical rehabilitation counseling. You'll learn to support people in their growth and wellness, as well as address mental health concerns. Additionally, students have the choice of either on campus or online clinical mental health programs.
In addition to rigorous classroom learning, you'll be guided to find a practical clinical placement that is meaningful for you. We challenge students to think critically about the cultural context of their approach, to seek opportunities to serve the underserved, and to do what it takes to be the difference.
Credit Hours
Months to Complete
Optional Specializations
Course work focuses on human development, psychopathology, assessment, theories of counseling, consultation, crisis and disaster response, ethical and legal issues, multicultural issues and counseling research, as well as individual, group, family and counseling interventions. Field experiences, small group experiences, and practicum and internships are required and lead to the development of science-practice integration in all of our graduates.
Prepares counselors who can serve clients experiencing difficulties with addictions and co-occurring disorders.
Prepares counselors who can provide clinical services to children, adolescents and their families.
Prepares counselors to understand the medical and psycho-social aspects of disabilities and provide a range of clinical services to individuals with disabilities and their families. Students will meet the eligibility requirements to be a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC).
Learning Outcomes
Career Opportunities
Some of our students often go into careers at community mental health centers, hospitals (e.g., Rogers), DVR and doctoral programs in counseling psychology and counselor education; 91 percent of graduates actively seeking employment obtained positions within 120 days of receiving their degree.
Our on campus master of science in clinical mental health counseling is fully accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
Learn more about Marquette University's clinical mental health counseling.
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Applications completed by February 1 will receive priority consideration. Admissions will continue on a rolling basis as space permits after the priority deadline.
Read all application instructions prior to beginning an application.
1Upon admission, final official transcripts from all previously attended colleges/universities, with certified English translations if original language is not English, must be submitted to the Graduate School within the first five weeks of the term of admission or a hold preventing registration for future terms will be placed on the student’s record.
2Upon admission, an official course-by-course transcript/academic record evaluation must be submitted to the Graduate School within the first five weeks of the term of admission or a hold preventing registration for future terms will be placed on the student’s record.
The department is excited to be able to offer financial aid opportunities for students interested in our child and adolescent counseling and clinical rehabilitation counseling specializations. Learn more about the HRSA Grant and the RSA scholarship opportunities on the specialization pages.
Master's students who are primary and secondary school teachers in southeastern Wisconsin are eligible for two scholarship opportunities: the Milwaukee Area Teachers Scholarship, which provides scholarships for K–12 teachers from the greater Milwaukee area; and the Catholic Schools Scholarship, which covers part of the tuition for students employed by Archdiocese of Milwaukee schools. These scholarships are available only to students enrolled at Marquette.
Private scholarships may be available. U.S. citizens and permanent residents may be eligible to apply for need-based federal aid (loans) to help fund their educational expenses.