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    Master of Education in School Counseling

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    Los Angeles, USMEdOnline21 months
    $120,883.00
    Tuition
    over 21mo
    49
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Master of Education in School Counseling at University of Southern California is a 49-credit, 21-month, online MEd program based in Los Angeles, US. Tuition is $120,883.

    About the program

    The program prepares students to become school counselors in K-12 settings, focusing on college and career readiness, restorative justice, and trauma-informed practice. It includes coursework in counseling theories, multicultural counseling, family counseling, and career readiness, along with a 100-hour practicum and 700 hours of fieldwork.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    Post-study work rights

    Not eligible for US work permit (online program does not issue I-20/DS-2019).

    $28,044.00
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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 School Counseling at University of Southern California cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Education in School Counseling at University of Southern California is $120,883 across 49 required credits.
    Is Master of Education in School Counseling at University of Southern California online or in-person?
    Master of Education in School Counseling at University of Southern California is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Master of Education in School Counseling at University of Southern California take to complete?
    Master of Education in School Counseling at University of Southern California is structured around 21 months and 49 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Education in School Counseling at University of Southern California?
    Per the program's published guidance: No minimum required, but competitive applicants typically have a 3.0 or above
    What work-permit options follow Master of Education in School Counseling at University of Southern California?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Education in School Counseling at University of Southern California: Not eligible for US work permit (online program does not issue I-20/DS-2019).