Master's in School Counseling

Ball State University is a prestigious public research university located in Muncie, Indiana. Founded in 1918, Ball State offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in fields such as business, education, fine arts, health sciences, humanities, and sciences. The university is committed to providing a transformative educational experience that combines academic rigor with practical application. With a focus on immersive learning, Ball State emphasizes hands-on experiences, internships, and community engagement to prepare students for successful careers and a meaningful impact on society. The university's dedicated faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and vibrant campus community create an environment conducive to intellectual growth, innovation, and personal development. Through its strong research programs and commitment to inclusive excellence, Ball State University continues to shape the future by empowering its students to make a difference in their chosen fields.

Nationally recognized by The Education Trust as a “Transforming School Counseling” Program, our Master of Arts in School Counseling prepares you for licensure as a school counselor at all grade levels, as well as to be a change agent in pre K-12 schools. Our program will help you develop a professional identity as a school counselor with particular focus on social justice and equity in schools. You’ll experience a range of theoretical perspectives and also be challenged to view students as embedded in a complex system that inevitably shapes their everyday lives. Intensive, supervised practica and internships are required, providing real-life work experience in the application of prevention, intervention, and evaluation techniques in pre K-12 schools.