Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling Psychology

Tuition fees are 14,706 USD per year.

The Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling Psychology program is designed to prepare graduates for licensure as a Mental Health Counselor. It features a fully integrated curriculum based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and emphasizes practical application of CBT. Students learn from experienced psychologists and mental health professionals, with opportunities for research and clinical practice.

Focus areas include Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies, Child and Family Interventions.

The 60-credit Master of Arts degree curriculum is structured for students to complete the program in as few as two years. It includes coursework, practicum, and internship, with 12 elective credits allowing for specialization.

Graduates are prepared to meet the educational requirements for licensure as a Mental Health Counselor in Massachusetts.

GRE not required.

The programme totals about 60 credit hours. On-campus, full-time or part-time study. Full-time completion is typically two years. Courses meet weekly in the late afternoon or evenings. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 87% of applicants.

Founded by the Augustinians of the Assumption, Assumption University is a Catholic university in Worcester, Massachusetts, in the heart of New England. For 120 years, Assumption students have pursued curiosity in the classroom and beyond, alongside a commitment to community and compassionate service. The university seeks to form graduates known for critical intelligence, thoughtful citizenship, and service to others.

Academic opportunities span undergraduate, graduate, and professional study. The university's schools and colleges include the Grenon School of Business, Froelich School of Nursing, D'Amour College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, and the School of Health Professions. Graduate options include applied behavior analysis, counseling, rehabilitation counseling, special education, organizational leadership, and several MBA programs. Students can also pursue dual degrees, some in as few as five years, as well as accelerated programs in nursing and other fields.

Assumption's educational model connects knowledge with self-discovery, career readiness, and practical experience. Students have access to academic support, faculty and staff mentorship, career development and internships, student wellness, recognized organizations, community service and immersion trips, residential life, and spiritual life. International students can use the International Student Success Center, participate in study-abroad opportunities, and consider the Rome campus. Campus life also includes NCAA athletics, with 26 teams and more than a third of students competing at that level.