Here are a few schools in Michigan with CACREP-accredited counseling programs:
Northwestern University - Online MA in Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
Walden University - MS in School Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
Walden University - MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
Grand Canyon University - Master's Degree in Counseling (NASAC Accredited)
Liberty University - MA: Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP Accredited) (CACREP Accredited)
The Chicago School - M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
Mid-America Christian University (MACU) - Master of Science (MS) in Counseling (Higher Learning Commission (HLC) Accredited)
NYU Steinhardt - Online MA in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness (MPCAC Accredited)
- Andrews University: M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling M.A. in School Counseling
- Eastern Michigan University: M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling M.A. in School Counseling M.A. in Student Affairs and College Counseling
- Michigan State University: M.A. in Rehabilitation Counseling Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision
- Oakland University: M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling M.A. in School Counseling
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| School and Program Information | Online Program? Entry Requirements |
Course Information |
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| Northwestern University
Online MA in Counseling
 CACREP Accredited |
✔ Online
GRE Not Required Bachelor's Required |
Prepare to pursue licensure in as few as 18 months Learn MoreFull-time, part-time, and accelerated track options available |
| Walden University
MS in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited |
✔ Online
GRE scores not required |
School counselors help students overcome obstacles and shape successful futures. Walden’s online MS in School Counseling program will give you a solid foundation in school counseling theories, approaches, and best practices while enabling you to gain hands-on experience. Learn More |
| Walden University
MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited |
✔ Online
GRE scores not required |
Mental health counselors play a valuable role in helping people cope with life’s challenges. Walden’s online MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program can help you become the competent, compassionate counselor you know you can be. Learn More |
| Grand Canyon University
Master's Degree in Counseling
HLC and NASAC Accredited |
✔ Online
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Clinical Mental Health Counseling master's degree emphases include: Childhood and Adolescence Disorders, Christian Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Trauma. Designed to meet the academic requirements of the National Board for Certified Counselors for the National Certified Counselor credential, the Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor credential and the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. As a private university, GCU has the same in-state and out-of-state tuition. Learn More |
| Liberty University
MA: Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
CACREP Accredited |
✔ Online
Online with required intensives |
Our CACREP-accredited master’s in counseling degree online can help you become an ethical, well-trained mental health counselor with the knowledge, values, and skills you need to empower others to make positive changes in their lives. Online and on campus. Training Champions for Christ since 1971. Learn More |
| The Chicago School
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited |
✔ Online
Bachelor's Degree Required. |
This online CMHC program prepares students for a career offering mental health services in a variety of settings; helping diverse clients through issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, stress, relationship difficulties, and suicidal impulses. Learn More |
| Pepperdine University
Master’s Clinical Psychology (Licensed Professional Counselor)
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✔ Online
No GRE Required Bachelor's Degree Required |
Bachelor's holders can prepare to become a licensed professional counselor online. With no GRE scores required to apply, the 24 month online MA in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine allows you to advance your career and be a catalyst of change. Learn More |
| Mid-America Christian University (MACU)
Master of Science (MS) in Counseling
Higher Learning Commission (HLC) |
✔ Online
100% Online |
Expand your impact with an online counseling degree rooted in faith-based practice. Mid-America Christian University offers the largest Master of Science (MS) in Counseling program in Oklahoma, with emphasis areas in addiction and substance abuse, applied behavioral science, clinical mental health counseling, and marriage and family therapy. Explore the online MS in Counseling at MACU. Learn More |
| NYU Steinhardt
Online MA in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness
 MPCAC Accredited |
✔ Online
GRE not required; Bachelor’s degree and minimum 2.5 GPA required |
As few as 21 months to complete Learn More |
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Snapshot: Online CACREP Accredited Programs
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Northwestern University
Online MA in Counseling
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. Click for admissions info.
CACREP Accredited
✔ Online
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Online CACREP Accredited programs | Online MPCAC Accredited programs
In a state that has always been so driven by industry, Michigan residents value the use of great counselors. Counselors are there to lend a helping hand to those in need of emotional support. Specialized techniques and treatments are used by counselors to guide clients into a better way of thinking and way of life overall.
There are multiple on-campus counseling programs in Michigan. You may also consider an Online counseling program that is currently accepting applicants for their counseling program.
Counseling Programs in Michigan
With programs reaching from bachelor's to doctorate's, Michigan provides sufficient resources for those seeking this type of career. Those seeking reputable universities for their degree program should check out colleges in Detroit and Rochester.
These popular college towns provide excellent instructors and reliable degree programs including rigorous in class and in the field training.
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Northwestern University - Online MA in Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
Walden University - MS in School Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
Walden University - MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
Grand Canyon University - Master's Degree in Counseling (NASAC Accredited)
Liberty University - MA: Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP Accredited) (CACREP Accredited)
The Chicago School - M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
Pepperdine University - Master’s Clinical Psychology (Licensed Professional Counselor) Mid-America Christian University (MACU) - Master of Science (MS) in Counseling (Higher Learning Commission (HLC) Accredited)
NYU Steinhardt - Online MA in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness (MPCAC Accredited)
Standing face to face to the northern country of Canada, Michigan has always been a place where industry found its home. Its history of revolutionary design and manufacturing has given this state a high regard in the professional community. With a population of 9.8 million, Michigan holds its place in the top ten most populous states.
Michigan Counseling Degrees
- 30 different counseling degrees in Michigan
- There are 23 different Master’s of Counseling degrees in Michigan, making it the most popular degree program in the state
- According to the BLS, average salary for Michigan professional counselors is around $36,510 per year
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Schools With Campus-Based CACREP Accredited Michigan Counseling Degrees
CACREP (Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs) is the top accrediting board for counseling programs. Below, you will find a list of all of the CACREP accredited counseling programs in Michigan. Keep scrolling or jump to all programs for all programs or view online CACREP accredited counseling programs.
Andrews University
⚐ Berrien Springs
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year (Re-Accreditation In-Process)
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 1/15/2012 to 10/31/2020
M.A. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year (Re-Accreditation In-Process)
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 9/1/1988 to 10/31/2020
Eastern Michigan University
⚐ Ypsilanti
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 1/15/2012 to 10/31/2021
M.A. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 10/1/1996 to 10/31/2021
M.A. in Student Affairs and College Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 9/1/2000 to 10/31/2021
Michigan State University
⚐ East Lansing
M.A. in Rehabilitation Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 7/1/2017 to 10/31/2021
Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 1/13/2016 to 10/31/2021
Oakland University
⚐ Rochester
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 2 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 7/19/2017 to 3/31/2021
M.A. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 2 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 5/1/1993 to 3/31/2021
Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 2 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 1/19/2006 to 3/31/2021
Spring Arbor University
⚐ Spring Arbor
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 1/7/2015 to 10/31/2024
M.A. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 1/7/2015 to 10/31/2024
University of Detroit Mercy
⚐ Detroit
M.A. in Addiction Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 7/5/2015 to 10/31/2024
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 7/5/2015 to 10/31/2024
M.A. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 9/1/1999 to 10/31/2024
Wayne State University
⚐ Detroit
Ed.D./Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 5/1/1993 to 10/31/2023
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 1/13/2016 to 10/31/2023
M.A. in Rehabilitation Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 7/1/2017 to 10/31/2023
M.A. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 5/1/1993 to 10/31/2023
Western Michigan University
⚐ Kalamazoo
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 7/5/2015 to 10/31/2022
M.A. in Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 7/5/2015 to 10/31/2022
M.A. in Rehabilitation Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 7/1/2017 to 10/31/2025
M.A. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 4/1/1982 to 10/31/2022
M.A. in Student Affairs and College Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 4/1/1982 to 10/31/2022
Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 4/1/1982 to 10/31/2022
All Accredited Schools with Counseling Degrees in Michigan
View all programs in Michigan below, or jump to all Michigan CACREP accredited counseling programs.Andrews University Berrien Springs
- Doctorate - Counseling Psychology
- M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- M.A. in School Counseling
Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti
- M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- M.A. in School Counseling
- M.A. in Student Affairs and College Counseling
Michigan State University East Lansing
- M.A. in Rehabilitation Counseling
- Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision
Oakland University Rochester Hills
- Doctorate - School Counseling
- M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- M.A. in School Counseling
- Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision
Rochester College Rochester Hills
- Bachelors - Counseling Psychology
Spring Arbor University Spring Arbor
- M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- M.A. in School Counseling
University of Detroit Mercy Detroit
- Bachelors - Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling
- M.A. in Addiction Counseling
- M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- M.A. in School Counseling
Wayne State University Detroit
- Doctorate - School Counseling
- Ed.D./Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision
- M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- M.A. in Rehabilitation Counseling
- M.A. in School Counseling
Western Michigan University Kalamazoo
- Doctorate - Counseling Psychology
- Doctorate - School Counseling
- M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- M.A. in Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling
- M.A. in Rehabilitation Counseling
- M.A. in School Counseling
- M.A. in Student Affairs and College Counseling
- Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision
