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    Master of Arts in Counseling (On-Campus)

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    Evanston, USMAIn-person2 years
    $68,919.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    30%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    34
    Cohort
    students
    24
    Credits
    $95.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts in Counseling (On-Campus) at Northwestern University is a 24-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Evanston, US. Tuition is $68,919.

    About the program

    The program prepares clinical mental health counselors through coursework in psychodynamic theory, ethics, multiculturalism, lifespan development, diversity, equity, inclusion, advocacy, and evidence-based practice, with supervised clinical training and a capstone project.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Rolling
    TBA

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Official TOEFL scores taken within the last two years
    IELTS
    optional

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $22,059.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Arts in Counseling (On-Campus) at Northwestern University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts in Counseling (On-Campus) at Northwestern University is $68,919 across 24 required credits.
    Is Master of Arts in Counseling (On-Campus) at Northwestern University online or in-person?
    Master of Arts in Counseling (On-Campus) at Northwestern University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts in Counseling (On-Campus) at Northwestern University take to complete?
    Master of Arts in Counseling (On-Campus) at Northwestern University is structured around 2 years and 24 credits.
    How competitive is Master of Arts in Counseling (On-Campus) at Northwestern University?
    Master of Arts in Counseling (On-Campus) at Northwestern University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 30%.
    How large is the Master of Arts in Counseling (On-Campus) at Northwestern University cohort?
    Master of Arts in Counseling (On-Campus) at Northwestern University typically enrolls around 34 students per cohort.