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USA, Illinois
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1886
Total Students: 9,000 +
Main Campus Address
122 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603, United States
The Master of Science in Counseling degree program at National Louis University prepares you to work as a counselor in a variety of settings, including schools, private practices and mental health clinics. You’ll delve into the study of human behavior and development, acquire professional counseling skills and engage with scholarly research. The program fulfills the educational requirements necessary to sit for both the National Board for Certified Counselors exam to become a Nationally Certified Counselor and the State of Illinois’ exam to become a Licensed Professional Counselor.
You’ll be able to customize your degree by choosing a concentration in Addictions, School or Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Our Illinois program is CACREP accredited and campus-based.
Program Highlights
Professional Licensure
Hands-On Experience
Customized Degree
Expert Faculty
Master's Degree
42 Days
Full-Time
24 Months
Intake Month/Year | Intake Status | |
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jan 2024 | Closed | |
apr 2024 | Closed | |
sep 2024 | Open | |
jul 2024 | Open |
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*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.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Career Outlook
Job prospects for graduates with an M.S. in Counseling are strong and growing. Whether you want to work in a school, a private practice, a mental health clinic or a hospital, graduates find a variety of well-compensated positions. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor positions are projected to grow 25 percent between 2019-2029,* much faster than the average growth rate for all jobs. Additionally, School and Career Counselor positions are expected to grow 8 percent during this time, which is still faster than average.**
School counselors will see an expansion of their responsibilities, including preventive counseling and crisis management, which will also be likely to lead to increases in their employment opportunities. Clinical mental health counselors will also see an expanded job market as insurance companies increasingly approve reimbursement to counselors as a less costly alternative to psychiatrists and psychologists.
The M.S. in Counseling will prepare you for these careers, among others:
NLU offers international students several scholarships which are listed below. Please reach out to the Office of International Enrollment to learn more.
National Louis University International Opportunity scholarships
All international students admitted to a National Louis University Bachelor's degree program will receive an annual, renewable scholarship equal to 10% of the full-time tuition rate (valued up to $7,599* ).
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Application Process
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):
Outreach, A Student Referral Program by Canam
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