M.S. in Mental Health Counseling Application Process

Application Details

  • Rolling admission. Applications are reviewed as they are received.
  • No application fee.

Entry

Fall Semester (September)

Program Eligibility

The M.S. in Mental Health Counseling program is designed for students with an undergraduate degree in any discipline. 

Application Materials Needed

  • Completed online application.
  • Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work. (For the quickest transcript processing, please contact each institution attended and request an official transcript with electronic delivery to St. John Fisher University.)
  • Two recommendations. These should be from colleagues, professors, or supervisors. (You will be prompted to assign your recommenders within the online application.)
  • Current résumé.
  • Personal goal statement of 300 to 500 words that includes your:
    • Goals and plans for the future.
    • Reason for graduate study in your chosen field.

Note: You will be prompted to upload your documents during the submission of your application.

Interview Process

Applicants who meet the admission requirements will be required to participate in a formal interview.

International Student Eligibility

If you are an applicant from outside the United States or are seeking St. John Fisher University to sponsor your student visa, please refer to graduate admissions for international students


For more information on Fisher's M.S. in Mental Health Counseling program, contact:

Associate Director of Transfer and Graduate Admissions
Office:Skalny Welcome Center
Phone:(585) 385-8064
Holly Smith