Psychology M.S. Program Information

Clinical/Counseling Psychology Track Information

The Clinical/Counseling Psychology track is an MPCAC-accredited 66-credit hour program which is unique in that it is one of the only programs in the U.S. that provides comprehensive training in psychological therapy and assessment. This emphasis area takes a minimum of two years (including summer semesters) to complete. In addition to the general core of courses required in the General Psychology emphasis area, this track provides the opportunity to gain evidence-based therapy and counseling skills, as well as psychological assessment skills in four areas: neuropsychological, behavioral, intelligence, and personality. This Clinical Psychology/Counseling track is designed to prepare students to continue their education at the doctoral level or to work as a master’s level clinician.

Clinical Psychology/Counseling track students can choose either a Thesis or Non-Thesis option. Thesis students will complete a research-based thesis similar to that described in the General Psychology track. Non-Thesis students prepare 6 high-quality academic papers for their Comprehensive Portfolio and take a Comprehensive Examination at the end of their coursework in order to earn their degree. In general, those students whose interests encompass both the art and science of psychology are generally well pleased with our program.

MPCAC Accreditation

The Clinical/Counseling Track is MPCAC (Masters in Psychology & Counseling Accreditation Council) accredited. The MPCAC accredits programs that have a strong emphasis on science-based and culturally-responsive education and training, consistent with the values and mission of our program at NMHU. The MPCAC also works to ensure its standards are consistent with the requirements for licensure as a master’s-level clinician.

The M.S. in Psychology, Clinical/Counseling Psychology Concentration program is
accredited by the Masters in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council (MPCAC)
for the period of May, 2022 through May, 2030.

Graduate Program Data for the Clinical/Counseling Track
Academic Year 2025-2026:

Number of applicants: 11

Number of students admitted: 8 (72.7%)

Number of students admitted who accepted offer of admission: 7 (87.5%)

Number of students retained into second year (25/26 to 26/27): In Progress

Number of AY25-26 students graduated “on track” in 2-3 years: In Progress

Number of AY25-26 students graduated: In Progress

Number of AY25-26 student still in progress: 7

Total number of students enrolled in the program/track in AY25-26: 19

Mean Undergrad GPA of Enrolled Students: 3.63

Number of students from 2025-2026 Obtaining Licensure: In Progress

Graduate Program Data for the Clinical/Counseling Track
Academic Year 2024-2025:

Number of applicants: 12

Number of students admitted: 8 (66.7%)

Number of students admitted who accepted offer of admission: 4 (50%)

Number of students retained into second year (24/25 to 25/26): 4 (100%)

Number of AY24-25 students graduated “on track” in 2-3 years: In Progress

Number of AY24-25 students graduated: In Progress

Number of AY24-25 student still in progress: 7

Total number of students enrolled in the program/track in AY24-25: 13

Mean Undergrad GPA of Enrolled Students: 3.6

Number of students from 2024-2025 Obtaining Licensure: In Progress