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Arkansas State University

Online Master of Science in Education in School Counseling Programs


Earn your MSE in School Counseling online from Arkansas State University to make a meaningful impact on students’ lives. You will develop your ability to provide sustainable, productive and evidence-based support for students’ academic, social and mental health challenges. Prepare to explore new roles in the field of school counseling when you complete this affordable, 100% online and CAEP-accredited master’s degree in education.

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Why Choose an A-State Online MSE in School Counseling?

  • Gain advanced counseling techniques to help students overcome hardships
  • Apply right away with multiple start dates and no teaching experience required
  • Meet the demand for master’s-prepared school counselors when you finish in as few as 24 months

Which Online Program is Right for You?

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Master of Science in Education in School Counseling – General Concentration

As few as 24 months Duration
48 Credit Hours
$16,320 Total Tuition

Gain the knowledge and qualifications you need to guide students and serve as a counselor in K-12 education with the MSE in School Counseling – General Concentration online degree. This program featuring 100% online coursework provides you with unique expertise and preparation for school counseling in public or private school settings. No teaching experience is required for admission into this program.

Acquire advanced practical counseling techniques to engage students and help them thrive. By developing an understanding of the nature and needs of students at all developmental levels and in multicultural contexts, you will learn to guide their personal and professional development. To better understand and process the complex needs and challenges of K-12 students and augment preparation in becoming impactful school counselors, you will attend weekly supervision sessions in three of the courses.

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GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Master of Science in Education in School Counseling – Special Populations Concentration

As few as 24 months Duration
48 Credit Hours
$16,320 Total Tuition

Support the academic, social and emotional needs of the whole child with the advanced knowledge you will gain in the MSE in School Counseling – Special Populations online program. Designed to intentionally hone your expertise in specific subgroups, this master's program online equips you to counsel K-12 students facing distinctive challenges. Areas of focus include special education, gifted and talented, and English as a second language. Teaching experience is not required for admission.

In this online master's program, you will learn advanced counseling techniques to engage students and help them overcome the personal, academic and social hardships that are unique to their subgroup population. By gaining an understanding of the nature and needs of students at all developmental levels and in multicultural contexts, you will learn to guide their personal and professional development.

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GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Master of Science in Education in School Counseling – Crisis and Trauma Concentration

As few as 24 Months Duration
48 Credit Hours
$16,320 Total Tuition

Learn to foster the mental health wellbeing of K-12 students who have experienced life-changing traumatic events. The MSE in School Counseling – Crisis and Trauma online program prepares you with the specialized knowledge and tools you need to be fully qualified in supporting students from all backgrounds. Teaching experience is not required for admission.

In this online master's program, you will learn advanced counseling techniques to engage students and help them overcome the personal, academic and social hardships that surface after distressing events. In addition, you will learn how to design and implement a crisis plan and how to serve as a leader in your school and community during a time of crisis. By gaining an understanding of the nature and needs of students at all developmental levels and in multicultural contexts, you will learn to guide their personal and professional development.

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The educator preparation programs at Arkansas State University are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation. Contact CAEP at 1140 19th St. NW, Suite 400, Washington D.C. 20036 or by calling 202-223-0077.

Master of Science in Education in School Counseling – General Concentration

Duration: 24 months Credit Hours: 48 Tuition: $340 {tuition_specification_type_per_course}*

Apply by: 12/16/24 Start class: 1/13/25

Gain the knowledge and qualifications you need to guide students and serve as a counselor in K-12 education with the MSE in School Counseling – General Concentration online degree. This program featuring 100% online coursework provides you with unique expertise and preparation for school counseling in public or private school settings. No teaching experience is required for admission into this program.

Acquire advanced practical counseling techniques to engage students and help them thrive. By developing an understanding of the nature and needs of students at all developmental levels and in multicultural contexts, you will learn to guide their personal and professional development. To better understand and process the complex needs and challenges of K-12 students and augment preparation in becoming impactful school counselors, you will attend weekly supervision sessions in three of the courses.

Master of Science in Education in School Counseling – Special Populations Concentration

Duration: 24 months Credit Hours: 48 Tuition: $340 {tuition_specification_type_per_course}*

Apply by: 12/16/24 Start class: 1/13/25

Support the academic, social and emotional needs of the whole child with the advanced knowledge you will gain in the MSE in School Counseling – Special Populations online program. Designed to intentionally hone your expertise in specific subgroups, this master's program online equips you to counsel K-12 students facing distinctive challenges. Areas of focus include special education, gifted and talented, and English as a second language. Teaching experience is not required for admission.

In this online master's program, you will learn advanced counseling techniques to engage students and help them overcome the personal, academic and social hardships that are unique to their subgroup population. By gaining an understanding of the nature and needs of students at all developmental levels and in multicultural contexts, you will learn to guide their personal and professional development.

Master of Science in Education in School Counseling – Crisis and Trauma Concentration

Duration: 24 Months Credit Hours: 48 Tuition: $340 {tuition_specification_type_per_course}*

Apply by: 12/16/24 Start class: 1/13/25

Learn to foster the mental health wellbeing of K-12 students who have experienced life-changing traumatic events. The MSE in School Counseling – Crisis and Trauma online program prepares you with the specialized knowledge and tools you need to be fully qualified in supporting students from all backgrounds. Teaching experience is not required for admission.

In this online master's program, you will learn advanced counseling techniques to engage students and help them overcome the personal, academic and social hardships that surface after distressing events. In addition, you will learn how to design and implement a crisis plan and how to serve as a leader in your school and community during a time of crisis. By gaining an understanding of the nature and needs of students at all developmental levels and in multicultural contexts, you will learn to guide their personal and professional development.

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