3.0 GPA

Minimum 3.0 GPA required.

In-Person & Online

In-person and online programs available.

No GRE

No GRE required.

Six Semesters

51 Credit Hours

Cost of Attendance

$441/per credit hour. $22,491 Total

Why This Program Is For You

The Master of Education in School Counseling program prepares individuals to provide school counseling services in grades K-12 in public and private schools, as well as academic advisement centers in universities and colleges. Students will gain skills in behavior and education assessment and intervention; career development and college and career readiness; ethical, legal, and professional standards; and individual and group counseling for diverse populations; they will also gain skills in working more effectively with schools and the community. Successful graduates will be eligible for professional licensure as a school counselor in the state of Utah

You want to be a leader in the school.

You want to help students navigate challenges.

You want to help prepare K-12 students for success in mental health, academic and career goals. 

Testimonials

  • Portrait of Erin WhitakerThe UVU school counseling program has expanded my world -- not just the education and preparation I am receiving as a prospective counselor, but in the people I get to rub shoulders with. My favorite part of this program has been the camaraderie fostered among the members of our cohort, learning from amazing professors and instructors, and having the opportunity to work with professional school counselors who are experts in the field.
    Erin Whitaker
  • Portrait of Nicole GlasgowI loved the sense of community that came with being in the UVU school counseling program. Everyone was so eager to help my cohort and we all supported each other. Our professors were all so passionate about the subjects that they taught and truly wanted to see us succeed in our endeavors.”
    Nicole McAllister Glasgow
  • Portrait of Nikki FittingUVU has helped me with my goals of becoming a school counselor by teaching me about the field of school counseling and has helped me learn to be an effective counselor and I am so excited to start in a counseling job.
    Nikki Fitting
  • Portrait of Nita WoodI have been so grateful for the growth I have experienced over the last three years. I have been challenged, stretched, and I have learned persevere. My perspectives have been changed for the better, I am more compassionate. I have challenged my beliefs to be more inclusive and I have created lifelong friendships with other members of my cohort. The growth I have experienced is noticeable to both my family, friends, and colleagues. I love the person I am becoming because of UVU school counseling program."
    Nita Wood
  • Portrait of Jewelia WallGrateful is how I feel about my journey in the UVU School Counseling Program. It has not only expanded my knowledge & perspective, but also led me to cherished friendships. Thank you to our caring professors for your time and invaluable guidance, and to my family for your unwavering support."
    Jewelia Wall
  • Portrait of Koreen HumphriesThe School Counseling Program at UVU has allowed me to combine my years of classroom teaching experience with the urgent demand for enhanced social and emotional skills among students. It has equipped me to assist students, staff, and the community in fostering social, emotional, and academic well-being, leading to overall success."
    Koreen Humphries
  • Portrait of Megan StanleyBeing a part of the UVU School Counseling program has been a life changing experience. I feel so grateful for the opportunities I’ve had to personally grow and learn, be mentored by incredible counseling professionals, and connect with each of the people in my awesome cohort. Go Wolverines!"
    Megan Stanley
  • Portrait of Mindy SwensonI have gained valuable insights from my involvement in this program, learned from caring professors, and collaborated with fellow cohort members. The knowledge and experience I acquired through this program will facilitate my progression as an effective school counselor."
    Mindy Swenson
  • Portrait of Sydney BrooksI will forever be indebted to the school of education, here, at UVU. This program has truly changed my life. I believe that I have found my calling as a school counselor, and my future success in this field will be attributed, in large part, to my incredible professors, mentors, and cohort members. What a privilege it is to be a small part of this community! I am excited to return to Lakeridge Junior High next year, and I am eager to continue supporting my students in their efforts to grow and learn."
    Sydney Brooks

Admission Requirements and Prerequisites

To be considered for admission, individuals interested in earning their M.Ed. at UVU must successfully complete all admission criteria.

  1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
  2. Minimum 3.0 grade point average in undergraduate work, or a GPA of 3.0 for the last 60 credits of university coursework.
  3. Three professional references for an evaluation recommendation.
  4. Minimum one year experience working in a K-12 educational setting preferred.
  5. Interview with School of Education Graduate Committee.

Coursework

School Counseling Overview

  1. 51 credits of coursework, including practicum and internship
  2. Six-semester program designed with summer and evening coursework for working educators
  3. Competency-based practicum and internship experiences in elementary and secondary schools

Continuance and Graduation Requirements

  1. Complete all courses with a grade of B- or higher
  2. Maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher
  3. Complete all program hours (51 total)
  4. Successfully complete all practicum and internship experiences required by UVU and the USBE
  5. Complete courses and project requirements within five years

 

Program Statistics 

M.Ed in School Counseling

2022-2023

2023-2024

Number of applicants

111

151

Number of applicants admitted

25 in-person

25 online

24 in-person

25 online

% of applicants accepted

45%

33%

Average GPA at admission

3.6

3.7

Graduates (numbers reflect previous cohort's graduation)

21

22

Courses taught by full time faculty (%)

32%

44%

Courses taught by practicing school counselors (adjuncts) (%)

44%

36%

Courses taught by full time clinical mental health counseling faculty (%)

24%

20%

Outcomes

School counseling graduates licensed (%)

100%

100%

Employed as school counselors (% of job-seekers) 

100%

100%

Includes data from the 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 cohorts

About the Curriculum

The UVU School Counseling program offers a comprehensive 2-year curriculum, spanning across 6 semesters, including summers. Students have the flexibility to choose between two cohort options: face-to-face or online. For our face-to-face program, coursework is held on the UVU campus on Monday and Tuesday nights from 5:00-8:00 pm, with some online courses for added flexibility. Our online cohort completes asynchronous online classes and attends in person live skills labs over two weekends during the first fall and spring semesters of the program. The curriculum aligns with the CACREP accreditation learning standards and the Utah State Board of Education Standards for Utah School Counselor Education Programs.

Students in the program complete a practicum and internship. The practicum consists of 100 hours in a school setting which occurs during the first spring semester students are in the program. During this time, students work directly under the supervision of a professional school counselor. Additionally, during the practicum, students meet for 1.5 hours each week in a small group with a mentor who is a school counseling leader in the state.

About the Internship & Capstone Project

During the second year in the program, students complete a 600-hour internship spread across two semesters (300 hours each semester). This experience is conducted under the direct supervision of a professional school counselor in a school setting.
Interns spend at least 80% of their time directly working with students in areas of college and career readiness, classroom instruction, and dropout prevention with social and emotional supports.

During the final semester students complete a Capstone Project to demonstrate the knowledge and skills they've gained in the program and illustrate how prepared they are to begin employment and apply those skills. 

For more information contact Graduate Studies Academic Advisor:

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