Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion

What you'll study

The program balances foundational counseling coursework, applied field experience, and electives. Students complete a practicum and two internships in approved school settings to gain supervised, real-world counseling experience. The program requires 15 credit hours of electives; for the SC-only track those electives are counseling courses within the Division of Counseling, while the SC/CMHC track designates 15 credit hours to CMHC coursework.

• Program courses (listed in the catalog): CNS-501, CNS-502, CNS-503, CNS-504, CNS-505, CNS-506, CNS-507, CNS-508, CNS-509, CNS-550A, CNS-551SA, CNS-552-SA, CNS-519, CNS-527, CNS-529.
• Emphasis areas include professional identity, multicultural competence, assessment and appraisal skills, research-informed intervention planning, and collaboration with educators and families.
• Fieldwork: practicum plus two internships in approved school settings; students arrange placements with university guidance and faculty support to meet program and licensure requirements.

Entry requirements

The publicly available program description does not list specific admissions criteria on the course page. Prospective applicants should consult the university’s course catalog or contact admissions for detailed prerequisites and application requirements.

Career prospects

Graduates are recommended for licensure or certification after completion of academic requirements and the necessary state exams and application processes. Typical roles include school counselor, youth counselor, student career advisor, or related positions within educational and youth-serving organizations. Licensure eligibility depends on state certification rules.

Scholarships & funding angle

The program page lists tuition components and aid options: the degree comprises 60 credit hours and indicates a per-credit tuition figure on the site. Financial aid forms available include grants, loans, scholarships, veterans’ benefits, and employer reimbursement. Applicable fees for resources, services, prerequisites, and required electives may be additional; estimated cost of attendance and program cost sheets can be requested from enrollment counselors.