Application Details
Prerequisites to Apply
- Applicants to the program must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Applicants must have earned a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) in all previous undergraduate and graduate studies (including incomplete programs of study and for programs still in progress)
Application Requirements and Deadlines
| Master of Science in Counseling | ||
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| Application Deadlines | January 28, 2026 | |
| Interview Dates | Admission to this master’s program requires a half-day interview. Applicants will be notified by the Counseling program if selected for an interview. | |
| Application Requirements | Online application form | |
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Two letters of recommendation | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
| Essay | Please upload your responses to the following prompts in an essay format adhering to these guidelines: -One essay 2 – 3 pages in length responding to all prompts -Double-spaced -Times New Roman font type -12-pt font size Essay Prompts 1. What personal and professional experiences could support or hinder you in becoming an effective Clinical Mental Health or School Counselor? 2. Provide an example of a professional job experience that was challenged by your supervisor or a colleague. How did you respond, manage the challenge, and receive feedback from a different perspective? All responses should be included in one essay. |
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Tuition and Fees
Tuition and fees are subject to change for ensuing academic years and will be updated on the School of Education website accordingly.
Financial Support Options
The Johns Hopkins School of Education Counseling program awards merit-based scholarships to select students upon admission. We also offer a variety of financial aid options, including grants, federal loans, and work-study programs, to help you fund your education.
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Baltimore, MD 21218
What to Expect
Program Outcome Data
For the 2024-2025 academic year, the Department of Counseling and Educational Studies had two master’s level concentrations in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling. Student outcome data including number of graduates for the past academic year, pass rates on credentialing examinations, completion rates, and job placement rates are below.
| Degree/Specialty | # of Graduates | Completion Rate | Credentialing Exam Pass Rates | Combined Employment | Admissions to Doctoral Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS: Clinical Mental Health Counseling | 76 | 100% | 100% | No Data | No Data |
| MS: School Counseling | 15 | 93% | 100% | No Data | No Data |
| Total | 62% | 8% |
Pass Rate on Credentialing Exams
100% (CPCE) (48/48)
96% (NCE) (49/51)
Completion Rates
98%
| Questions | Response |
| Institution Name | Johns Hopkins University |
| Institution Type | Non-Profit Private |
| Institution’s Headquarters | Maryland |
| Do you have a CACREP-accredited ADDICTION COUNSELING program? | No |
| Do you have a CACREP-accredited CAREER COUNSELING program? | No |
| Do you have a CACREP-accredited CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING program? | Yes |
| What is the minimum number of credit hours required for your CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING degree? | Semester 60 |
| How many students were enrolled in your CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING program in reporting period? | 217 |
| How many students graduated from your CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING program in the reporting reporting period? | 76 |
| What percentage of students complete their degree in your CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING program within the time to degree established by the institution? | 97% |
| To the best of your knowledge, what is the licensure [or certification] examination pass rate of students graduating from your CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING program? | 91-100% |
| To the best of your knowledge, what is the combined employment and doctoral admissions rates of graduates from your CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING program who were actively seeking employment? | 91-100% |
| Do you have a second CACREP-accredited CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING program with a concentration/emphasis? | No |
| Do you have a CACREP-accredited dually-titled CLINICAL REHABILITATION/CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING program? | No |
| Do you have a CACREP-accredited CLINICAL REHABILITATION COUNSELING program? | No |
| Do you have a CACREP-accredited COLLEGE COUNSELING AND STUDENT AFFAIRS or STUDENT AFFAIRS AND COLLEGE COUNSELING program? | No |
| Do you have a CACREP-accredited MARRIAGE, COUPLE, AND FAMILY COUNSELING program? | No |
| Do you have a CACREP-accredited REHABILITATION COUNSELING program? | No |
| Do you have a CACREP-accredited SCHOOL COUNSELING program? | Yes |
| What is the minimum number of credit hours required for your SCHOOL COUNSELING degree? | Semester 60 |
| How many students were enrolled in your SCHOOL COUNSELING program in the reporting period? | 40 |
| How many students graduated from your SCHOOL COUNSELING program in the reporting period? | 15 |
| What percentage of students complete their degree in your SCHOOL COUNSELING program within the time to degree established by the institution? | 93% |
| To the best of your knowledge, what is the licensure [or certification] examination pass rate of students graduating from your SCHOOL COUNSELING program? | 91-100% |
| To the best of your knowledge, what is the combined employment and doctoral admissions rates of graduates from your SCHOOL COUNSELING program who were actively seeking employment? | 81-90% |
| How many total applications were received for all of your MASTER’S LEVEL CACREP-ACCREDITED DEGREE DEGREE PROGRAMS in the reporting period? | 625 |
| How many total students were offered admission to all of your MASTER’S LEVEL CACREP-ACCREDITED DEGREE PROGRAMS in the reporting period? | 237 |
| Are you able to provide demographic information about students enrolled in your CACREP-accredited MASTER’S level COUNSELING program(s)? |
No |
| Do you have a CACREP-accredited COUNSELOR EDUCATION AND SUPERVISION program? | No |
| Please select all programs offered by your academic counseling unit that are NOT ACCREDITED by CACREP. |
All degree programs are CACREP accredited |
| Are you able to provide demographic information about FULL-TIME faculty members in your academic counseling unit? | No |
International Applicants
International students interested in applying to a program at the Johns Hopkins School of Education must follow the same application process and submit the same general application materials as their peers, along with some additional requirements. Optional Practical Training (OPT) permits eligible F-l students to work in their field of study in the United States for 12 to 36 months after completing their program. Most students studying on F-l visas become eligible for 12 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT) after applying for off-campus work authorization in their final year of study. F-l students with a classified degree in STEM—science, technology, engineering, or math—may be eligible for a 24-month extension. Please visit JHU’s Office of International Services OPT Information Resources for more information.
International Student Admissions
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International Student Admissions
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