Deadlines for Admission
Counselor Education with specialist areas in Rehabilitation Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Distance Learning students should only apply for the Spring or Fall terms.
Due Dates
- The deadline is April 1 for Summer and Fall admissions
Distance Learning students can only apply for the Summer or Fall terms.
A completed application packet consists of the following:
- an application to the Graduate School,
- three letters of reference, and
- official transcripts.
Application to the Graduate School / Counselor Education Program
Complete an online application to the Graduate School through the “Slate” application process. You can also upload your transcripts and letters of reference directly to the application.
The Graduate School Application Fee should be paid online.
Letters of Reference
Give contact information for three references that will be contacted by the University to complete an online recommendation form.
Official Transcripts
We require transcripts from all post-secondary institutions you have attended. These can be uploaded to the online application as well. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted and you will be expected to submit official transcripts upon admission.
Admission Requirements
- An overall undergraduate grade point average of 2.75 and 3.00 on all graduate work is required of degree-seeking students in the Counselor Education entry level (e.g., Clinical Mental Health Counseling or Rehabilitation Counseling) graduate program.
- Applicants are required to engage in a personal interview with Counselor Education Program Faculty. The interview can be conducted by Zoom.
Additional information can be obtained by contacting the Rehabilitation Counseling Director of Graduate Studies: Dr. Keith B. Wilson (keithbwilson@uky.edu).