Study Master of Arts in Professional Counseling at Dallas Baptist University in the USA, College of Humanities and Social Sciences
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Master of Arts in Professional Counseling

USA

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What will I learn?

The M.A. in Professional Counseling is a 60-61 hour degree program that prepares graduates to become Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC) in the state of Texas. Gain the licensure and the skills necessary to practice in a variety of settings, both secular and Christian. DBU's faculty and staff members guide students in developing a Christian worldview as it pertains to counseling, while also providing opportunities to expand the skills and disciplines necessary to excel in this field. Faculty members present real-world applications for the students by sharing their own professional and personal experiences. The Master of Arts in Professional Counseling's degree plan includes a 2-semester practicum that prepares students to meet the licensure requirements set by the state of Texas. Become an effective counselor who reflects Christ-like professionals by counseling real clients and receiving feedback from experienced professors and off-campus supervisors.

Which department am I in?

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Study options

Full Time (4 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$25,776.00 per year
Transportation - $1150

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Main Campus

3000 Mountain Creek Parkway,

Dallas,

Texas,

75211, South, United States

Full Time (4 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$25,776.00 per year
Transportation - $1150

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

August 2027

Venue

Main Campus

3000 Mountain Creek Parkway,

Dallas,

Texas,

75211, South, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

A Bachelor's degree from an institution accredited by a DOE recognized Institutional Accrediting Agency;

Evidence of sound moral character and compatibility with DBU's mission;

A likelihood of academic success as demonstrated by a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale in all previous coursework;

Two recommendation forms from non-family members;

A current professional resume.

Additional conditions of full admission may be specified by individual degree programs and/or the Master's Degrees Admission Committee.

English Proficiency Test Scores (good for 2 years after test date)

  • TOEFL - 79 (internet or paper)
  • IELTS (Academic) - Overall Band: 6.0 (No section band lower than 5.5)
  • PTE (Academic) - 53
  • CAE - 169
  • MET - 65
  • iTEP - 3.9
  • DET - 110 (No sub score lower than 90)

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

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About Dallas Baptist University

The university's mission is to develop servant leaders through a Christ-centered education.

  • Christian college with strong faith integration
  • Wide range of undergraduate and postgrad programs
  • Over 500 international students from 50 countries
  • Average class sizes of 16 with modern facilities

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