School Counseling
Master of Education
Introduction
School counselors are a guiding force and helpful resource for students in all grade levels. Not only do they help with academic, personal, and career development, but they also serve as an advocate for students in need.
The Master of Education in School Counseling at John Carroll University will prepare you for professional licensure in Ohio — and for a purposeful career serving and empowering the next generation.
Flexible Format and Schedule
Complete the program in as few as 2.5 years. Attend full- or part-time and take a combination of on-campus, online, and hybrid classes.
Immersive Fieldwork Experiences
Gain first-hand experience and build valuable skills in a school environment through three semesters of field placements.
Opportunities to Specialize
Choose a concentration that fits with your goals, such as Substance Use Disorder or Applied Behavior Analysis.
Academics
Program Overview & Outcomes
Informed by our Jesuit values, JCU’s school counseling program focuses on caring for the whole person. Guided by expert faculty, you’ll develop into an ethical, compassionate counseling professional.
Through a robust curriculum and rich hands-on experiences, our CACREP-accredited program will give you the skills and knowledge to:
- Identify as a school counselor who is knowledgeable about the history and development of the profession, is aware of the challenges facing the profession, and prepare to advocate for the profession
- Plan a developmentally appropriate school counseling program that supports school, social, and career development
- Implement a system of ongoing program evaluation by establishing a framework for record-keeping and continuous feedback
Accreditation
Our M.Ed. in School Counseling is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) and is recognized by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce.
Admission
To apply to the M.Ed. in School Counseling at JCU, you need:
- An undergraduate degree in a recognized area from an accredited institution
- An undergraduate cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
The following documents are required for a complete application:
- Online application
- Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
- Resume/CV, which includes work and volunteer experience
- Two letter(s) of recommendation
- Statement of Purpose - in 400-600 words, explain your career objectives and goals
- Faculty Interview
Additional requirements for international students can be found here.
Applicants are admitted on a rolling basis.
However, for best consideration, applications for specific terms should be received by the following dates:
- August 1: For a Fall semester start
- December 1: For a Spring semester start
- February 15: For Graduate or Athletic Assistant positions (fall semester start)
- April 1: For a summer semester start
Other JCU Graduate Programs
If you studied psychology, social work, education, or a related field at the undergraduate level, these additional JCU master’s programs may appeal to you.
Careers
Where Our Alumni Go
Graduates of JCU’s School Counseling program make a difference in the lives of students, schools, and communities in Ohio and beyond. Some pursue counseling roles in higher education or continue on to Ph.D. programs.
