Master of Education in School Counseling

Program Coordinator

Admission Deadlines

Additional Links
Dr. Teddi Cunningham Fall Semester: July 15 Retention/Dismissal/Readmission Policy
Email: tjcunnin@valdosta.edu Spring Semester: November 15 Graduation Requirements
Phone: 229-333-5930

Summer Semester: April 15

 Department of Psychology & Counseling

Admission Requirements

Required Documents

Admission Requirements

Online Graduate Application
  • Application Fee $35 (credit or debit card and e-checks accepted)
  • Apply Online

One Official Transcript from each institution where you have previously enrolled (undergraduate and graduate).

(Transcripts of coursework completed in-residence at VSU will be obtained by the Graduate School
  • Must hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally-accredited institution in an appropriate major (e.g. educational psychology, school counseling, etc.).
  • Minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.50 on a 4.0 Scale. GPA will be calculated on all attempted undergraduate coursework in which a letter grade was awarded.

Graduate Record Exam

or

Miller Analogies Test
  • Minimum GRE Requirements:
    • 750 overall (Verbal score plus either Quantitative score or Analytical score) with a Verbal score no less than 350.
  • Minimum MAT Requirement: 375

Three Recommendations

(General Recommendation Form Required)
  • Recommendations from professionals familiar with your professional and/or academic background.
  • The Psychology and Counseling Department prefers recommendations come from current or former Psychology professors who have had you in class.

VSU Medical Form

Page 1 of Medical Form

Page 2 of Medical Form
  • The form must be completed and signed by the student/applicant.
  • This form must be received prior to enrollment, NOT prior to admission.
  • Applicants who are currently enrolled, and those who attended VSU in the past, are not required to resubmit the Medical Form

Verification of Lawful Presence

(Effective Fall 2011 for applicants who believe they qualify for in-state tuition or a residency waiver.)
  • This is not required for individuals who do not qualify for in-state tuition or a residency waiver.
  • This must be received prior to enrollment (if applicable), NOT prior to admission.
  • Citizenship documentation is needed for any applicant who wishes to be considered for in-state tuition.
  • Complete list of accepted documents and information on residency.

Unless otherwise indicated above, all required documents must be received on or before the admission deadline for your file to be reviewed. It is the applicant's responsibility to allow adequate time for document delivery and to en-sure receipt of documents. Please allow at least 7-10 days for delivery by mail.

Important Program Information

  • Certification in School Counseling by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission requires the completion of a special education course.
  • In addition to requirements above, applicants must complete and admission interview with faculty and members of the school counseling program advisory committee. This interview will focus on the assessment of factors such as emotional maturity, professional experience, readiness for the program, life experiences, dispositions, compatibility with department goals, and communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Only those applicants who have submitted all admission materials will be able to attend the interview.
  • During the interview, applicants will be required to complete a written statement of 250-500 words describing their interest in this program and their plans post-degree. This statement must demonstrate articulation, writing skills, and aims consistent with the mission of the degree program.

International Applicants 

International applicants must meet all admission criteria and documentation requirements as defined by the program, however, additional documentation may be required.  Please review the information below for specific information and guidelines.

  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Exam or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) – Applicants whose first language is not English (based on country of citizenship) must submit official scores on the TOEFL exam or IELTS exam. International applicants whose first language is not English but who have earned a bachelor’s degree or higher from a U.S. institution may be exempt from the TOEFL/IELTS requirement.
  • Certificate of Finances- The Certificate of Finance is required of any applicant requiring a student visa to enter the United States to complete his or her studies. This document is considered a part of the application for admission and applications will not be reviewed without this document.  Applicants who do not require an I-20 student visa to complete their studies are exempt from this requirement.
  • Evaluation of International Transcripts - Applicants who have completed coursework at an institution outside of the United States must submit a course-by-course evaluation of the coursework.  This transcript evaluation must be completed by an international education credentials evaluation service such as Josef Silny, ECE, etc.  The transcript evaluation does not replace the transcript requirement. Official transcripts are still required.

Admission Classification and Evaluation Scale

College of Education M.Ed. Admission Evaluation Scale

MAT or GRE Points GPA Points
450+ 950+ =35 Points 3.5+ =35 Points
396-404 900-949 =30 Points 3.25-3.49 =30 Points
391-395 850-899 =25 Points 3.00-3.24 =25 Points
386-390 800-849 =20 Points 2.75-2.99 =20 Points
375-385 750-799 =15 Points 2.50-2.74 =15 Points
Test Score Point Subtotal=
 GPA Point Subtotal=
Total = (Test score points + GPA points)
 
Recommendation Guidelines for Admission
40+ points
30-39 points
Below 30
 
Will be considered for regular admission
Will be considered for probationary admission
Admission Denied

Admission Classifications

  • Regular Status
  • Probationary Status
  • Irregular admission is not available for this program.
  • Non-degree admission is available only for applicants who hold a Master’s degree and departmental permission.

Admission Questions 

For admission questions about this program, please contact the Graduate School by phone, email, or stop by our office.
  • Call Us: 229-333-5694 or toll free 800-618-1878, Option #5

 

 

 

 

 

 
  • Visit Us: Psychology Building (Main Campus), Third Floor, Suite 3100

 

 

 

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