COSU-PHD - Counseling and Supervision, Ph.D.

Admission Requirements

The recommended admission requirements are:

• A minimum 3.5 grade point average (GPA) from an accredited master's level program in a counseling or closely related program. Preference will be given to individuals who graduated from a CACREP-accredited program.

• Official transcripts from an accredited undergraduate and graduate institution, as well as transcripts from any additional institutions of higher education attended.

• Three letters of recommendation from either former faculty members or professionals who can assess the applicant's academic ability, clinical skills, research potential, and readiness for doctoral study.

• Statement of Purpose – A written statement (typically 1,000–1,500 words) outlining the applicant’s professional background, research interests, career goals, and reasons for pursuing doctoral study in counseling and supervision. The statement should also address how the applicant’s goals align with the mission and strengths of the program.

• Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Résumé – A detailed CV outlining educational background, counseling and supervision experience, research involvement, teaching experience, leadership roles, and professional affiliations.

• Writing Sample – Applicants must submit a recent academic paper, thesis excerpt, or published article that demonstrates their research and writing abilities relevant to doctoral-level work.

• Optional GRE scores- While not required, an applicant may submit GRE General Test (GRE) scores for consideration to address their aptitude for graduate-level academic work.

• An English proficiency equivalent of Level 9 in FLS (applicable to those applicants from countries in which the official language is other than English).

• Successful interview with the faculty review committee with a focus on dis-positional congruence, personal intent, and professional aspirations.