Alcohol and Drug Counseling: Psychology

Learn more about studying Alcohol and Drug Counseling: Psychology as an international student.

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Key facts

Program
Bachelor's
Duration
4 years
Program
On campus
Pace
Full-time
Annual tuition fee
27,500USD
Start date
Jan, Aug

Program overview

What Midway University says about their program:

Midway University's Bachelor in Psychology with an Alcohol and Drug Counseling concentration will provide training in the special skills and techniques required in the profession of addiction counseling. Courses in the program will cover the 12 core functions of addiction counseling (screening, intake, orientation, assessment, treatment planning, counseling, case management, crisis intervention, client education, referral, reports and record keeping, consultation). In addition to these core functions, courses will also provide training on confidentiality, ethics, and practice in the form of in-class case presentations, in-class demonstration of individual and group therapy techniques, and supervised practicum experiences with licensed community mental health providers.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

Official high school transcript or equivalent
GPA 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale
Recommended high school preparation
Algebra – 3 years; English – 4 years; Social Sciences – 2 years; Science – 2 years

Postgraduate academic requirements

Earned a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
GPA of 2.5 to 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is recommended

English proficiency

Undergraduate

IELTS
6.0
TOEFL iBT
61
TOEFL CBT
173
TOEFL PBT
500
Duolingo
85
PTE
44

Graduate

IELTS
6.5
TOEFL iBT
79
TOEFL CBT
213
TOEFL PBT
550
Duolingo
105
PTE
53

English proficiency waivers

Student comes from native English country
Students who have achieved a grade of C or higher in a college level English course at a US college or university

If applicant is a native English speaker, the ACT or SAT is required

Documents required

Undergraduate

Application form
Application fee
Academic transcripts
Diploma of previous studies
Course by course evaluation may be requested from a student if required
Translations
Proof of English proficiency
Copy of passport
Financial statement
Recommendations and/or personal interviews, upon request
SAT or ACT scores (optional)

Graduate

Application form
Application fee
Academic transcripts
Diploma of previous studies
Detailed course by course evaluation
Translations
Proof of English proficiency
Copy of passport
Resume
Work experience and references
Financial statement

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Fees and funding

Fee information

Undergraduate tuition
US$28,500 per year
Graduate tuition
US$9,780 per year

Funding

Undergraduate:

New Freshman Merit Scholarships

Trustee
US$11,500 award for up to 4 years
President
US$10,500 award for up to 4 years
Provost
US$8,500 award for up to 4 years
Dean
US$7,500 award for up to 4 years
Founders
US$6,500 award for up to 4 years
Director
US$5,500 award for up to 4 years
Opportunity Grant
Up to US$5,500 for up to 4 years

Transfer Merit Scholarships

Transfer US$11,500 award for up to 4 years
Transfer US$9,500 award for up to 4 years
Transfer US$7,500 award for up to 4 years Transfer US$6,500 award for up to 4 years

Undergraduate Global Experience Scholarship:

Up to US$5,000 for all incoming traditional students who have the experience of living outside of the United States.

Disciples of Christ Scholarship:

US$2,000 for students who are members of the Disciples of Christ Church.
Requires a letter from a minister.

Athletic Scholarships

Vary by team and coach

Chorale Scholarship

Audition required during scholarship day

Graduate:

Global Experience Graduate Scholarship:

$1000USD a year for MBA and MMIS students
New 2025/2026 Scholarship

Graduate Assistantships

Amount
Graduate assistants can earn a scholarship of US$237 per credit hour up to an annual maximum of US$5,200
Requirements
Midway University offers a limited number of graduate assistant scholarships each year for the fall and spring terms. Graduate assistant candidates must be enrolled full time in the MBA or MSN programs (6 credit hours per semester). Graduate assistants must apply for the position through the Career Opportunities link found on the Midway University website in order to be considered for the scholarship.

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What is the cost of living near Midway University?

Category	Cost (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre	$1,652Range: $1,046 to $4,269
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre	$1,349Range: $891 to $2,857
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)	$214Range: $130 to $400
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)	$73Range: $50 to $110
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)	$61Range: $30 to $110
Monthly public transport pass	$65Range: $35 to $138
Monthly grocery basket	$350Range: $250 to $500
Coffee shop drink	$5Range: $3 to $9
Cinema or cultural event ticket	$15Range: $11 to $23
Gym membership	$45Range: $20 to $135

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Midway University

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements