Master of Arts (MA) in
Rehabilitation Counseling

Admission to the Master of Arts in Counselor Education — Rehabilitation Counseling program requires the following:

• A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
• Transcripts from all institutions attended
• Undergraduate GPA of 3.0, or 3.0 average for the last 60 hours in a degree program, or a 3.0 or higher in a completed graduate degree program to be considered for regular admission
• Statement of purpose consistent with the goals of the program
• Completed UA Graduate School application
• Three letters of recommendation consistent with the goals of the program
• Online interview with faculty — After reviewing application packets, promising applicants will be invited to participate in an interview with program faculty members. Admission decisions take into consideration both application materials and the applicant’s interview with the committee.

Applicants may be considered for admission if their GPA is lower than 3.0. While test scores are not required, students may submit a GRE score to be considered. If admitted, permission to continue is granted at the end of the first 12 hours of graduate credit by earning a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Admission decisions to the MA in Rehabilitation Counseling program are made on a rolling basis for each semester, and students may begin the program fall, spring or summer semester.

Priority application deadlines:

• Fall and Summer admission – Feb. 15
• Spring admission – Oct. 15

Priority is given to prospective students whose applications whose applications are submitted by the spring and summer priority admission deadlines.

Grants available:
Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA)
Project STAR (Service, Teaching, Advocacy and Rehabilitation)

This program does not lead to certification or licensure.