Adams State University and the School of Counselor Education welcome your application for admission into our online 60-credit hour Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Counselor Education and Supervision (CE&S) program.

Our program is CACREP-accredited and is competitive as we only offer admission to cohorts of 12 students or fewer. The current tuition and fee rate for this program for 2023-2024 is $604.80 per credit hour plus any additional student fees and books. Fees do not include expenses related to travel and required on-campus attendance.

Requirements for Admission Include:

  • Regionally or nationally accredited Master’s degree* in counseling or a closely related field**
  • 3.0 GPA or higher for Master’s degree
  • Attend interviews, orientations, and residencies as outlined

*Students who are finishing a Master’s degree in counseling or a closely related field can apply if the master’s degree will be completed before the start of the doctoral program.

**During the admissions process, students’ curricular experiences are evaluated to verify completion of coursework, including CACREP entry-level foundational curricular standards, CACREP entry-level professional practice standards, and CACREP entry-level specialized practice area requirements so that any missing content can be completed before or concurrently with doctoral-level counselor education coursework.

Preferences for Admission Include:

  • Master’s degree in counseling from a CACREP-accredited program
  • Two or more years of post-master’s counseling experience
  • Current clinical license or certification in their state of practice

Information and Deadlines for Fall 2024 Cohort:

The CE&S program utilizes a cohort model which begins every Fall semester. The following timeline for the Fall 2024 admission cycle is as follows:

  • July 1, 2023: Fall 2024 application open
  • November 15, 2023: Deadline for all application materials to be verified (closed for Fall 2024)
  • December 15, 2023: Interview status updates distributed via email
  • February 7 & 8, 2024: On-campus Interviews*
  • March 1, 2024: Admission decision notifications distributed
  • May 7 & 8, 2024: On-campus new Ph.D. student orientation*
  • August 19, 2024: Fall 2024 semester starts

*In-person/on-campus in Alamosa, Colorado attendance required

Check out our Ph.D. Counselor Education & Supervision FAQ sheet for even more information.

Fall 2025 Cohort Application Opens July 1, 2024

In addition to the application deadlines for the doctoral program, separate deadlines exist for financial aid/student loans:


Virtual Open House

The School of Counselor Education (SCE) offered two Virtual Open Houses on September 26th, 2023 (Mountain Time) via Zoom. If you were not able to join us, here is a PDF of the slides shared and feel free to reach out!


Required Admission Documents

A candidate who is interested in enrolling at Adams State University to pursue a Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Counselor Education and Supervision must:

1. Complete the online application (closed for Fall 2024)

Fall 2025 Cohort Application Opens July 1, 2024

2. Pay the $45 non-refundable application fee during the online application process.

3. Submit ALL supplemental admission documents online via the application Self Service Center. These documents include:

Letter of Intent

The School of Counselor Education does not require Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) test scores for applicants applying for Fall 2024. In lieu of the GRE, applicants’ Letters of Intent will be reviewed and considered as a writing sample to demonstrate written communication skills and potential aptitude for academic writing. The Letter of Intent should address the following six questions specifically within 3-4 pages:

1. Why are you pursuing a doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision at Adams State University?
2. What professional experiences do you have related to the counseling profession?
3. What personal and professional dispositions are essential for future counselor educators and supervisors?
4. What experiences do you have in regards to scholarship, professional leadership, and advocacy?
5. Describe your commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.
6. Describe your professional plans with a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision, post-graduation.

The admission committee will consider a number of factors when making admission decisions. This decision will include at a minimum: (a) academic aptitude for doctoral-level study consistent with program delivery type; (b) previous or current professional experience; (c) professional dispositions consistent with professional practice; (d) oral and written communication skills; (e) commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice; (f) potential for scholarship; and (g) potential for professional leadership and advocacy.

Two (2) Reference Request Forms

Forms need to be from associates who can attest to the applicant’s academic aptitude for doctoral-level study, professional experiences, personal and professional dispositions, oral and written communication skills, commitment to diversity, and potential for scholarship, leadership, and advocacy. Recommenders will receive an automatic email to complete the letter of recommendation form. Please have recommenders’ first names, last names, and emails at the time of application.

Current Resume/Curriculum Vitae

4. Unofficial transcripts (bachelor’s and master’s conferred). Transcripts can be uploaded at time of application. Any degrees earned (or in progress) must be from regionally accredited colleges or universities.

Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions will be required after admissions is granted prior to course registration. International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES approved international credential evaluation agency.


Note:

  • Additional information may be requested by the School of Counselor Education before an admissions decision can be determined.
  • Admission is not possible at this time for international students.
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