Counseling Program Specialties

There are many different types of counseling, from mental health and substance abuse, to family and marriage counseling. Here are some of the top counseling program specialty areas. Click one of the links for the full program review.

There are many different types of counseling degrees. In some cases (not all), undergraduate students tend to pursue a more general Bachelor's in Counseling, but keep in mind if you are seeking a Bachelor's degree in Counseling, there are specialties that you might consider if you know exactly what you want to do. Meanwhile, students seeking a Master's degree in Counseling have a better idea of the specialty they want to pursue, and there are numerous options. Review the list below to see which counseling specialty programs are available.

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Programs Currently Accepting Applicants

Master of Social Work Program at Syracuse University

Syracuse University : Master of Social Work (CSWE accredited. Standard and Advanced Standing tracks. No GRE required.)

Master's in Clinical Psychology Program at Pepperdine University

Pepperdine University : Master's in Clinical Psychology (No GRE required)

Online Psychology Master's Programs Program at Pepperdine Univeristy

Pepperdine Univeristy : Online Psychology Master's Programs ()

Online MA in School Counseling Program at University of Denver

University of Denver : Online MA in School Counseling (No GRE required)

Online Master of Education (ME) in School Counseling Program at University of Southern California

University of Southern California : Online Master of Education (ME) in School Counseling (No GRE required)

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School and Program Information	Online Program? Entry Requirements	Course Information
Syracuse University Master of Social Work CSWE accredited	✔ Online No GRE Required	Syracuse University’s CSWE-accredited online Master of Social Work program is preparing the next generation of social work leaders through an emphasis on digital innovation and social justice. Learn More
Pepperdine University Master's in Clinical Psychology	✔ Online No GRE Required Bachelor's Degree Required	Become a Licensed Professional Counselor Complete in 27 months Learn More
Pepperdine Univeristy Online Psychology Master's Programs CACREP Accredited	✔ Online GRE Scores Not Required	Learn More
University of Denver Online MA in School Counseling Designed to adhere to CACREP standards	✔ Live, online classes No GRE Required; Minimum GPA 2.5 Required	Earn your degree in as few as 24 months Learn More
University of Southern California Online Master of Education (ME) in School Counseling Prepares you for school counseling credential	✔ Live, online classes No GRE requirement	Bachelor’s degree and minimum 2.5 GPA required Learn More

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Syracuse University - Master of Social Work (CSWE Accredited)

Pepperdine University - Master's in Clinical Psychology (ABAI Accredited)

Pepperdine Univeristy - Online Psychology Master's Programs ( Accredited)

University of Denver - Online MA in School Counseling ( Accredited)

University of Southern California - Online Master of Education (ME) in School Counseling ( Accredited)

Still Looking for a Counseling Degree?

Here are some of the most popular online counseling programs. On each page you will find a detailed write-up of the program, specific courses, and schools that offer that program that are currently accepting applicants.