Overview

Faculty at Wayne State University emphasize a developmental approach to understanding individuals, youth, couples and families within the larger ecological contexts.

The Counseling Psychology curriculum and practical experiences are designed to ensure professional competency and knowledge integration as it relates to scholarship, clinical practice, and advocacy.

Outcomes

Program graduates will be prepared for employment within a variety of settings including academic departments, university counseling centers or clinics, community mental health agencies, hospitals, the non-profit sector, and/or independent practice.

Graduates of the program meet the requirements for licensure as a psychologist in the state of Michigan.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Systemic Theories and Family Therapy
Couples Therapy
Psychotherapy with Children & Adolescents
Systems of Psychotherapy
Psychopathology & Diagnosis
Applications: Behavioral Psychology and Social Learning
Cultural and Diversity Issues in Mental Health Treatment
Ethics and Professional Standards for Psychologists
Biological Basis of Behavior
Cognitive Development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

90 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Detroit, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.5 _{(recommended)}

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

All academic transcripts and degrees
Writing sample
Three letters of recommendation
Personal statement
Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

54090 USD / year

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Out-of-State

54090 USD / year

≈ 54090 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

24960 USD / year

≈ 24960 USD / year

Living costs

Detroit

United States

1050 - 1770 USD / month

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