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Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling - Mental Health

INTO Group - Hofstra University

USA,New York

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 31,660/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 75

Application Fee

Aug 2025

Apply Date

USA, New York

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1935

Total Students: 11,131 +

Int. Students: 932 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1000 Hempstead Turnpike, Hempstead, NY 11549, United States

Overview
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Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling - Mental Health

Program Overview

The Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), a specialized accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), has granted accreditation to the Rehabilitation Counseling in Mental Health (MS) program at Hofstra University. The Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling in Mental Health is designed for students who wish to qualify for the New York state license examination for mental health practitioners in addition to the nationally certified rehabilitation counselor (CRC) credential. The program prepares students as professional counselors with specialized knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to assist persons with all disabilities toward achieving their personal, social, psychological, and vocational independence including appropriate employment and independent living. It includes specialty courses by which students prepare for working in mental health and other specialized settings. Graduates work in a variety of rehabilitation settings including state-federal rehabilitation agencies, mental health centers, medical centers, private rehabilitation agencies, Veteran's Administration clinics, substance use programs, schools and institutions of higher education, independent living programs, insurance companies, private practice, or other organizations serving persons with mental, emotional, social and physical disabilities.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

42 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Portfolio Required

Yes

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2024		Closed
aug 2024		Closed
jan 2025		Closed
aug 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 75

Tuition Fee

CAD 31,660 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in INTO Group - Hofstra University

CAD 18,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 80
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 53.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 120.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 65.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Undergraduate Hofstra
Scholarships
and Merit Awards
$28,000
• Enrolled Hofstra degree__seeking student
• Minimum 3.0 GPA and SAT 1150 (or ACT 23) or minimum 3.5 GPA without standardized test score
• Reward amount varies based on GPA and standardized test scores.
• www.hofstra.edu/admission/adm_firstyear_scholarship.html

Graduate Direct Scholarship
Varies depending on
program
• Varies depending on program
• www.hofstra.edu/academics/grad/grad_fa_scholarships.html

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.

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English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE DUOLINGO

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