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Master of Arts (M.A.) in Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling

Marriage, Couples, and Family Counseling
Master of Arts (M.A.) in Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling
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About the Master of Arts (M.A.) in Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling Program

The Master of Arts (M.A.) in Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling Program satisfies the 60-hour Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) academic requirements. The goal of the program is to develop marriage, couple, and family counselors who are professional, ethical problem-solvers aware of relevant roles, policies, technology, and legalities in the counseling field.

 

Career Opportunities

  • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
  • Marriage Counselor
  • Couples Counselor
  • Family Counselor

Application Instructions

  1. Complete the graduate application
  2. Submit application fee ($49 for domestic; $69 for international)
  3. Submit the following required documents:
    • Official e-transcripts from all US institutions attended are to be sent to graduateadmissions@tamusa.edu. If your institution does not have official e-transcripts available, they can be mailed to our university at the following address:
      Texas A&M University San Antonio
      ATTN: Graduate Admissions
      Senator Frank L. Madla Building 125C
      One University Way
      San Antonio, TX 78224
    • International Students: Please visit the International Affairs page for more information about the following:
      • Transcript Requirements
      • Credential Evaluation
      • English Proficiency
      • Other Required Documentation
    • Curriculum Vitae or résumé
    • Personal statement outlining the reason for applying for this graduate degree, career goals, and research interests. (3 pages)

Prerequisites

  • 2.75 cumulative GPA (or 3.0 last 60 Credit Hours)
  • Interview with Counseling faculty

The Department has the right to examine the students' prerequisites, accept equivalent hours, or require additional work.

*Students falling below the GPA minimum are encouraged to apply. Students are evaluated holistically based on several criteria.

Program Details

Courses Offered

  • Face-to-face
  • Flexible full-time or part-time employment

Degree Tracks

  • 60 Credit Hours (CH)
  • 700 hours of clinical experience or 700 hours of practicum and internship

Average Time to Complete: 2.5 Years