New Students begin the program every year in fall quarter. Return to top
The priority deadline for the best chance at incoming student scholarships is February 1. After February 1, as space is available, there will be rolling admission until the program is filled, however there may not be scholarships after that date. Return to top
The program takes 3 years to complete. The first two years includes classroom-based courses, both content courses and skills courses. The final year includes practicum and internship. Return to top
Because of the sequence of classes and cohort system, it is not possible to complete our program in less than 3 years. Return to top
Each class session is between 3-4 hours long and meets once per week. Most students take two to three courses per quarter and are thus on campus two to three nights a week. Courses are offered starting between 4 and 5 p.m., Monday-Thursday only. Course start times vary; the start time depends on the specific course. Students take courses all four quarters each year (fall, winter, spring, and summer). Return to top
Although students do take summer courses, there is a 6-week break between summer and fall quarters. There is also a 3-week break between fall and winter quarters. Return to top
We do not require that applicants have an undergraduate degree in any particular field. Applicants with any undergraduate degree are encouraged to apply. Return to top
Yes, you can apply beginning in September. Applications will begin to be reviewed in December on a rolling basis. Return to top
No – not in the same year. The applicant will need to choose which counseling program to apply to at the application stage. Return to top
See our list of School Counseling courses here. Return to top
School counseling graduates are employed in both private and public K-12 school settings as professional school counselors. Return to top
We do not have a certificate-only option or a post-master's option. All students must complete the entire 90-credit program. Return to top
This program does not require the GRE. However, if your undergraduate degree was non-graded (i.e., you have no GPA), Seattle University requires that you take a standardized test in order to apply. You may choose either the GRE or the MAT (Miller Analogies Test). Return to top
Our program cost information can be found here. Return to top
The College of Education offers scholarships based on financial need, academic history, and fit with the College. We occasionally have opportunities for graduate assistantships, which are posted for current students as they become available. Return to top
Yes. Graduating from a non-accredited program may impact your ability to obtain counselor licensure and certification. Graduating from a CACREP-accredited program also increases marketability for employment. Many states already require CACREP accredited programs for all counselors. Return to top