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    Master of Education in Counseling

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    Boston, USMEdIn-person2 years
    $146,048.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    72.6%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    62
    Credits
    $95.00
    App fee

    Master of Education in Counseling at Boston University is a 62-credit, 2-year, in-person MEd program based in Boston, US. Tuition is $146,048.

    About the program

    Prepares students for roles as mental health counselors, school counselors, or mental performance consultants, focusing on child, adolescent, and early adulthood with concentrations in Child & Adolescent Mental Health Counseling, School Counseling, and Sport/Performance Psychology. Includes core counseling curriculum, clinical training of at least 700 hours, and coursework in counseling theories, lifespan development, psychopathology, and ethics.

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $20,969.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Education in Counseling at Boston University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Education in Counseling at Boston University is $146,048 across 62 required credits.
    Is Master of Education in Counseling at Boston University online or in-person?
    Master of Education in Counseling at Boston University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Education in Counseling at Boston University take to complete?
    Master of Education in Counseling at Boston University is structured around 2 years and 62 credits.
    How competitive is Master of Education in Counseling at Boston University?
    Master of Education in Counseling at Boston University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 72.6%.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Education in Counseling at Boston University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Education in Counseling at Boston University: 12 months OPT (US)