Reach New Horizons with Your Master’s in Counseling

Earn your master’s degree in counseling while immersed in the welcoming academic community at North Carolina Central University. Make a positive impact in your field and community with your MA in school counseling, career counseling or clinical mental health.

Our master of counseling programs may be completed on campus or online, allowing you the flexibility to earn your degree while balancing other important priorities. Graduates of these programs will be prepared for a lifetime of career success working in colleges, K–12 schools, nonprofit organizations, private practice, hospitals and other mental health settings.

Whatever walk of life you come from, you will find a purpose and receive the support and training you need to excel in your career and community. Open the door to new opportunities with an MA in Counseling from NCCU!

A High-Quality Degree that Works for You

Each of our Master of Counseling programs is fully accredited for online and campus instruction by the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling & Related Programs (CACREP) and is an endorsed member of the International Registry of Counselor Education Programs (IRCEP).

  • 2

    Flexible Options

    Choose between online or on campus

  • CACREP

    Accredited

  • IRCEP

    IRCEP Accredited

  • 3

    Program tracks

Become an Expert In Your Field

Customize your Master of Counseling by choosing a specific track that aligns with your passions and career goals.

  • School Counseling, MA
  • Career Counseling, MA
  • Clinical Mental Health Counseling, MA
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Don’t place limitations on yourself. If there is something that you are interested in, use the resources provided by NCCU to make it happen.

Brittany Reaves, NCCU Alum

Meeting Your Needs

NCCU gives you the option of earning your MA in Counseling online or on campus so that you can decide what works best with your schedule. Plus, our dedicated faculty and staff are eager to understand your goals if you need additional support.

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Take a Deeper Dive

Learn more about our Master in Counseling offerings to find the program that fits your career goals.

We Are NCCU

Find what you need to make a powerful impact in your career, community and beyond. Consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top HBCU and regional university, we empower our students to broaden their horizons through outstanding programs and a nurturing learning environment.

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Visit our online application and apply with the following benefits:

  • No test score requirement for most programs
  • A fast admissions decision

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