Learn more about studying School Counseling as an international student.
What Lewis University says about their program:
Graduate programs in School Counseling at Lewis University have been designed for both licensed teachers and non-licensed professionals. Both program options have been developed according to State of Illinois guidelines to meet the need for qualified counselors in K-12 settings.
As the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) states, as a school counselor you will help students focus on academic, career and social/emotional development along with preparing students to lead fulfilling lives as responsible members of society.
This program is designed to prepare teachers to work effectively as K-12 school counselors. There are two options available: upon completion of the program, you will receive a Master of Arts in School Counseling, making you eligible for the Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Counselor Endorsement. Additionally you may take coursework to be eligible to sit for the Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) exam.
Applicants to Bachelor’s degree programs must have obtained a secondary school diploma with a 2.5 GPA (or equivalent) that is eligible for further academic studies in the country where it was earned.
Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study.
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$37,592 per year
$20,000 per year
| Category | Cost (in United States Dollar) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | $1,652 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | $1,349 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | $214 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | $73 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | $61 |
| Monthly public transport pass | $65 |
| Monthly grocery basket | $350 |
| Coffee shop drink | $5 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | $15 |
| Gym membership | $45 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).
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.