Graduate Catalog
Counselor Education, PhD
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Counselor Education is designed to prepare students for careers as counselor educators and supervisors. The Counselor Education program is a 69-semester hour program CACREP-accredited program. Students matriculate through the program in a cohort model across a minimum of three academic years. Upon completion of the program, students find themselves competitive for placement in a variety of positions. Through curricular and extracurricular activities, program faculty strive to ensure program graduates are well-equipped to perform at the highest level of effectiveness in their anticipated work settings; functioning as competent classroom instructors, supervisors, researchers, clinicians, and leaders in the profession and effectively utilizing their knowledge and skills in advocacy.
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All counseling programs at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs. |
Priority deadline for receipt of complete applications:
| Fall | Spring | Summer I | Summer II |
| April 1 | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
*Complete application should be received for full admissions and funding consideration.
Final deadline for receipt of complete applications:
| Fall | Spring | Summer I | Summer II |
| July 15 | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
Priority deadline for receipt of complete applications:
| Fall | Spring | Summer I | Summer II |
| April 1 | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
*Complete application should be received for full admissions and funding consideration.
Final deadline for receipt of complete applications:
| Fall | Spring | Summer I | Summer II |
| July 15 | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
Doctoral students are reviewed and admitted as applications are completed. It is important to submit your application in the fall prior to the time when planning to enroll. Once the 10 doctoral slots are filled, admissions will be closed for that cycle.
| Complete Application for Admission: |
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| Application fee: |
Please Note: Applicants who wish to apply for a different program will be required to submit a new application. The application processing fee is required for each application submitted. |
| Requirements: |
Application requirements specific to this program :
*Please allow 3-5 business days to receive Student ID before submitting additional supporting documents. Submit all supporting documents online. |
| Additional International Applicant Requirements |
Application requirements for international applicants:
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The department offers doctoral student assistantships each semester. Graduate assistantships are available for students to work with the department in research, teaching, and supervision.
Scholarships are also available through the College of Graduate Studies.
Graduate assistants qualify for in-state tuition rates.
Ph.D. Counseling Handbook (pdf)
More information is available on the Counseling and Educational Psychology department site.
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