Master of Science in School Counseling
Program Quick Facts

$770 per credit hour**

60 Credit Hours

24 Months
Step into a rewarding career as a professional school counselor with Husson University’s MS in School Counseling. This 60-credit program is designed to prepare graduates for impactful work within PK–12 school environments, with practice rooted in collaboration, guidance, and student advocacy. Upon completion, you can be equipped to support students’ academic, social, and emotional development as a certified school counselor. The curriculum includes 48 credits of foundational knowledge and skills, along with a 100-hour practicum and a 600-hour internship, giving you real-world experience in school settings. From classroom guidance to providing one-on-one counseling and collaborating with parents and educators, you can empower students to successfully navigate life’s challenges.
* All rates subject to change.
Upcoming Start Dates:
January 20, 2026
August 31, 2026
Course Spotlights
CO 702 Human Growth and Development
Provides an in-depth survey of the physiological, social, and psychological factors that influence the development of personality.
CO 706 School Counseling Programs
Focuses on the philosophy, objectives, and principles of comprehensive developmental school guidance programs at the K-12 level.
CO 720 School Counseling for Exceptional Students
Explores the philosophies, theories, assessments, and interventions to work with exceptional populations in PK-12 schools.
CO 881 School Counseling Internship I
Students apply theoretical knowledge and practical counseling skills in a school setting under professional supervision.
ACCREDITATION
The MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program combines preparation for certification and licensure and is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
ZERO OBSTACLES
Admissions, financial aid, degree planning, enrolling in the right class — going back to school can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be.
TRANSFER CREDITS
Generous transfer credit policy and lifelong career services.