About the Program
If your passion is helping others through life’s challenges, RSU’s Master of Science in Community Counseling is your launchpad. This program prepares you to work with individuals, families, and entire communities to address issues like addiction, trauma, poverty, and mental health. You’ll build a strong foundation in counseling theory and practice through courses like Trauma Informed Therapy and Addictions and Family Systems Counseling.
You’ll also complete practicum and internship experiences with real clients, preparing you to sit for the National Counselor Exam (NCE) and the Oklahoma Legal and Ethical Responsibilities Exam (OLERE). This degree can help you meet requirements for LPC certification and opens the door to a variety of roles—from marriage and family therapist to school counselor and case manager.
Program Snapshot
Program Type
Master’s Degree
Degree Type
Master of Science
Department
Program Location
Claremore
Credit Hours
58
Why RSU?
Experience our student-first approach in any of Rogers State University’s degree programs. Attentive faculty and an average student-to-faculty ratio of 16:1 position you to succeed academically and professionally.
From helping you avoid heavy student debt to keeping courses relevant to the modern business world, RSU is committed to your success as a Hillcat.
Fast Facts
16:1
student-to-faculty ratio
99%
small classes, with some labs even limited to 15 students
80%+
of students who apply for financial aid receive it
“I was pleased with how much the Master of Science program prepared me for the Oklahoma licensure exam. I passed my test first try!”
Ronnie Epperly, ’23 MSCC graduate, LPC
Careers
Make a difference with RSU’s master’s in counseling. Prepare for LPC licensure and gain hands-on experience helping people and communities thrive.
- Marriage and family therapist
- School counselor
- Community mental health counselor
- Marriage and family therapist
- Community mental health counselor
- School counselor
Working in Community Counseling
Marriage and family therapist
typically make
$58k /yr
School counselor
typically make
$63k /yr
Community mental health counselor
typically make
$50k /yr
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