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.

Consider an online counseling program: Earn a CACREP-accredited master’s in counseling online top-10 ranked Northwestern University in as few as 18 months. GRE not required. Bachelor's required. Learn more.

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Online MA in Counseling Program at Northwestern University

Northwestern University : Online MA in Counseling (CACREP Accredited)

Online MA in School Counseling Program at University of Denver

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

Online MA in Counseling and Guidance Program at NYU Steinhardt

NYU Steinhardt : Online MA in Counseling and Guidance (MPCAC Accredited)

Online MA in Counseling Program at Our Lady of the Lake University

Our Lady of the Lake University : Online MA in Counseling (No entrance exam required to apply)

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School and Program Information	Online Program? Entry Requirements	Course Information
Northwestern University Online MA in Counseling CACREP Accredited	✔ Online GRE Not Required	Earn a CACREP-accredited master’s in counseling online top-10 ranked Northwestern University in as few as 18 months. GRE not required. Bachelor's required. Learn More
University of Denver Online MA in School Counseling Designed to adhere to CACREP standards	✔ Online GRE Scores Not Required	Learn from doctoral-level faculty in live classes and gain experience through mock counseling and in-field training. Learn More
NYU Steinhardt Online MA in Counseling and Guidance MPCAC Accredited	✔ Online GRE scores are not required for admission.	Prepares aspiring school counselors to become transformative leaders and critical resources for pre-K-12 students in public and private schools Learn More
Our Lady of the Lake University Online MA in Counseling Designed to adhere to CACREP standards	✔ Online No GRE required.	Three specializations in Clinical Mental Health, Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling, or School Counseling. Learn More
University of Southern California Online Master of Education (ME) in School Counseling Can be completed in less than 2 years.	✔ Online No GRE requirement	Classes led by USC Rossier faculty who are experts in school counseling, educational leadership and family therapy. Learn More