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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Guidance and Psychological Services - Counselor Education

USA

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What will I learn?

The graduate program leading to the doctor of philosophy degree in guidance and psychological services with a specialization in counselor education is designed to prepare selected persons for positions of leadership in research, teaching, counselor education, and school and clinical counseling services. Admission and retention are based upon appropriateness of educational and career goals, available positions in the program, interpersonal skills and sensitivity, communication ability, and academic potential and performance. Meeting minimum standards alone does not guarantee either admission or retention. A minimum of 72 hours of graduate work beyond the bachelor’s degree is required for graduation from the program, in addition to the successful completion of a doctoral dissertation as prescribed in the regulations of the College of Graduate and Professional Studies.

Which department am I in?

Bayh College of Education

Study options

Full Time (Minimum of 72 credits)

Tuition fees
US$20,664.00 per year
Start date

September 2025

Venue

Bayh College of Education

University Hall 109,

TERRE HAUTE,

Indiana,

47809, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Hold a master’s degree granted by a regionally accredited institution (for international students, a degree granted by a recognized institution), unless applying to a department/program that accepts students with undergraduate degrees.

Have earned a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 in all courses taken at the graduate or undergraduate level.

English Language Requirements:

  • TOEFL with minimum score of 550 (paper examination)
  • TOEFL with minimum score of 79 (internet-based examination)
  • TOEFL with a minimum score of 213 (computer based examination)
  • IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score of 6.5

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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