Overview

Students at the University of Cincinnati select from one of three focuses to develop their specializations (multicultural/social justice, substance abuse, or school counseling).

Doctoral graduates are committed to the development of their research and teaching potential, in addition to developing skills that enable them to provide service and leadership for diverse populations, emphasizing underserved groups.

Careers

The scientist-practitioner focus of the Counselor Education program allows students to focus on interests that are consistent with jobs in academia. Students have enjoyed a wide range of career possibilities in the areas of research, teaching, leadership and service across settings.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Counselor Education and Supervision
Advanced Counseling Theories
Supervision Practicum
Quantitative Research in Counseling
Counseling Interventions
Statistical Data Analysis
Qualitative Research Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Post Baccalaureate Minimum Credits: 120
Post Master's Minimum Credits: 60

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cincinnati, United States

Disciplines

School Counselling Counselling Psychology View 80 other PhDs in Counselling Psychology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Master's Degree in Counseling (required with a cumulative GPA of a 3.00 or higher from a regionally accredited institution); or
Master's degree in a Psychology or Social Work related field (an additional year of masters-level counseling coursework and additional clinical requirements are required during PhD program)
References (3 preferred, minimum of 1 required)
Goal Statement
Unofficial Transcripts, both undergraduate and graduate degree, from all colleges/universities attended
Curriculum Vita (CV)
Writing Sample

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

26644 USD / year

≈ 26644 USD / year
Out-of-State

26644 USD / year

≈ 26644 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

14902 USD / year

≈ 14902 USD / year

Living costs

Cincinnati

United States

1000 - 1650 USD / month

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