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Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling

INTO Group - Suffolk University

USA,Massachusetts

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 34,560/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 50 FREE

Application Fee

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USA, Massachusetts

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1906

Total Students: 7,288 +

Int. Students: 1,353 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

8 Ashburton Pl, Boston, MA 02108, United States

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Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling

Program Overview

When you pursue your Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling (MSMHC) at Suffolk University, you’ll gain core counseling, case conceptualization, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills. Plus, you’ll train in a variety of therapeutic approaches and techniques so you can meet your clients’ diverse needs. Our program’s established reputation with area agencies and institutions means you’ll be highly sought-after once you graduate.

At Suffolk, you’ll learn to assess, diagnose, and treat clients with a variety of mental health issues. Through our rigorous scientist-practitioner model, you’ll also learn to incorporate research into everyday practice and apply empirically supported treatment approaches in your work. Our downtown Boston location maximizes your access to networking, internship, and employment opportunities at nearby hospitals and treatment centers, and puts you closer to underserved populations.

You'll train to function in a variety of community mental health settings (e.g., clinics, hospitals, prisons, college counseling centers, day treatment programs, rehabilitation facilities, outreach programs, after-care centers, etc.). As you systematically complete the curriculum, you'll develop a competency base from which to perform effectively in your area of specialization.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 50 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 34,560 per year

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

Living Cost in INTO Group - Suffolk University

CAD 11,000 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 - 6 - With No Band Less Than
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 80 - 17 - With no score less than
GRE
- Minimum Overall Score - 290.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 65.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 110.0 Minimum Literacy - 110.0 Minimum Comprehension - 120.0 Minimum Conversation - 100.0 Minimum Production - 85.0

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

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Suffolk Undergraduate
Scholarship Up to $22,000/year
• Fully admitted to Suffolk as an international first__year undergraduate student
• Qualified applicants automatically considered
• No action required

Suffolk Graduate Scholarship
Up to $20,000/year
(may include an employment
portion)
• Fully admitted to Suffolk as an international graduate student
• Qualified applicants automatically considered
• No action required

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.