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    Mental Health Counseling MS

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    Buffalo, USMSHybrid2 years
    $77,220.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    23%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    18
    Cohort
    students
    60
    Credits
    $85.00
    App fee

    Mental Health Counseling MS at University at Buffalo is a 60-credit, 2-year, hybrid MS program based in Buffalo, US. Tuition is $77,220.

    About the program

    The program develops counseling knowledge and skills for treating mental health-related problems, supported by research and evidence-based practices. It covers counseling theories, psychopathology, assessment, multicultural issues, ethics, and includes 600 hours of clinical experiential contact.

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    After the program

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    12 months OPT (US)

    $22,300.00
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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 Mental Health Counseling MS at University at Buffalo cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Mental Health Counseling MS at University at Buffalo is $77,220 across 60 required credits.
    Is Mental Health Counseling MS at University at Buffalo online or in-person?
    Mental Health Counseling MS at University at Buffalo is offered hybrid.
    How long does Mental Health Counseling MS at University at Buffalo take to complete?
    Mental Health Counseling MS at University at Buffalo is structured around 2 years and 60 credits.
    How competitive is Mental Health Counseling MS at University at Buffalo?
    Mental Health Counseling MS at University at Buffalo reports an acceptance rate of approximately 23%.
    How large is the Mental Health Counseling MS at University at Buffalo cohort?
    Mental Health Counseling MS at University at Buffalo typically enrolls around 18 students per cohort.