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M.S.Ed. in Learning and Developmental Sciences – Counseling Psychology Track

M.S.Ed. in Learning and Developmental Sciences

Counseling Psychology Track

Students in this program examine the counseling field through courses focusing on counseling theories, multiculturalism, counseling resources, and prevention.

This 36-credit hour program connects you with nationally known researchers exploring the counseling profession to provide the following:

preliminary training for students who are interested in pursuing doctoral studies in professional psychology (e.g., counseling psychology, school psychology, clinical psychology) and doctoral programs in counselor education and supervision.
training in basic helping and interpersonal skills that are essential for success in a variety of careers related to human services.

Application Deadlines

Starting Semester	Deadline
Fall	May 1
Spring	Nov 1
Summer	Mar 1
International students are encouraged to apply early to allow extra time for their materials to arrive.

Admissions Requirements
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Graduate Studies Office will accept unofficial transcripts and self-reported test scores for admission reviews. Any admission made with these documents would be conditioned on receipt of official documents, which should be provided as soon as possible.
1. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
2. Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75 out of 4.00
3. Completed online application that includes:
  - Transcripts
  - Personal statement
  - Three letters of recommendation
  - GRE scores
  - Resume
  - Minimum 79 TOEFL score or minimum 6.5 IELTS score (international students only)
Learn more about how to apply
Program Requirements
- M.S.Ed. in Learning and Developmental Sciences – Counseling Psychology Track
Funding
- Learn about the variety of fellowships and assistantships that are available to graduate students.
- Visit Student Central for information about financial assistance.
- Consult your employer about the availability of tuition reimbursement or tuition assistance programs.
- Active duty military, veterans, and military families should visit the Center for Veteran and Military Students to take full advantage of available financial assistance and educational benefits.

Contact Us

Ellen Vaughan
ED 4054
(812) 856-8243
elvaugha@indiana.edu

Resources

Counseling Graduate Student Portal

Note that the Counseling Psychology track does not lead to licensure eligibility or certification within the counseling field, nor does it prepare any individual to engage in practice as a professional counselor.

Our Faculty

James Brooks

Assistant Professor

Email:: jamebroo@iu.edu

Lynn Gilman

Clinical Associate Professor; Director, Center for Human Growth

Email:: lygilman@indiana.edu
Phone:: (812) 856-8348

Rebecca Martínez

Associate Professor

Email:: rsm@indiana.edu
Phone:: (812) 856-8324

Zoë Peterson

Professor

Email:: zdpeters@iu.edu
Phone:: (812) 856-8063

Angela Pyle

Clinical Assistant Professor

Email:: anghorn@indiana.edu

Jesse Steinfeldt

Associate Professor

Research Areas:: Sport and performance psychology, multicultural psychology, psychology of men and masculinities
Email:: jesstein@indiana.edu
Phone:: (812) 856-8331

Ellen Vaughan

Associate Professor

Research Areas:: Substance Use and Substance Use Disorders, Latinx Mental Health
Email:: elvaugha@indiana.edu
Phone:: (812) 856-8243

Y. Joel Wong

Professor, Counseling and Educational Psychology Department Chair

Research Areas:: Gratitude, encouragement, psychology of men and masculinities, Asian American suicide
Email:: joelwong@indiana.edu
Phone:: (812) 856-8293

School of Education

M.S.Ed. in Learning and Developmental Sciences – Counseling Psychology Track

Counseling