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5-Year B.A./M.A. Psychology and School Counseling

Motivated and high-achieving psychology majors in the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences can complete both their bachelor's and master's degree through our accelerated program. The 5-Year B.A./M.A. in Psychology and School Counseling prepares students to be certified school counselors in New York State.

Why Choose the B.A./M.A. Psychology and School Counseling?

The purpose of the 5-year psychology to School Counseling pathway is to offer undergraduates in psychology an accelerated pathway towards certification as a School Counselor in New York State. Interested undergraduate psychology majors are to apply for this pathway during their junior year, and will begin taking graduate counseling classes in their senior year. At the end of a 5th year, students will graduate from Manhattan University with both a B.A. in Psychology and an M.A. in School Counseling.

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What Will You Learn?

The five-year B.A./M.A. program allows students to complete a dual degree in five years. Upon graduation, you will have earned:
  • A bachelor of arts in psychology
  • A Masters in School Counseling

Students complete 150 undergraduate and graduate credit hours over five years. This includes coursework during 10 semesters and two summer sessions.

As a five-year B.A./M.A. student at Manhattan University, you will:

  • Graduate eligible for certification as a New York State School Counselor
  • Students will gain a foundational understanding and grasp of essential concepts, theoretical viewpoints, historical patterns, and empirical discoveries in the counseling field.
  • Students acquire the necessary skills, knowledge, and understanding to effectively engage in therapeutic relationships, apply evidence-based interventions, and demonstrate cultural competence in order to support the well-being and growth of individuals seeking counseling services.
  • Students will complete a total of 700 hours of school counseling internship, under the supervision of a certified NYS school counselor.

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What Will You Do?

Earning a dual B.A./M.A. degree in Psychology and School Counseling prepares you to take the certification exam to become a School Counselor in New York State. It also prepares you to pursue a successful career as a school counselor.

  • Application Process

    Applicants for accelerated master's programs must be currently enrolled in the psychology major in good standing with a minimum GPA of 3.2.

    Potential applicants should speak with the department chair of Social and Behavioral Sciences in their sophomore year to express their interest in the program.

    Applicants will apply in their junior year. Required documents include the application form, transcripts, statement of interest, resume, and two letters of reference, including at least one from current psychology faculty.