Best Online Masters in Counseling Programs

Accredited Online Masters in Counseling Programs

One of the most important factors to consider when reviewing the best online counseling masters programs for you is the accreditation of the program. Having a degree from an accredited program may be one of the requirements for licensure in most states, so selecting a properly-accredited program could be very important. The Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) and the Masters in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council (MPCAC) are two entities that confer accreditation for some of the top online counseling programs in the United States. It is best to review the licensure requirements in the state where you intend to practice in order to understand the degree accreditations you need to look for.

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New York University • New York, NY

Master of Arts in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness

Enrollment Type

Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program

As few as 21 months

Credits

60

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited university
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Statement of purpose
  • Current resume
  • Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
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Northwestern University • Chicago, IL

Master of Arts in Counseling

Enrollment Type

Accelerated and Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program

As few as 18 months

Credits

60

Admission Requirements

  • Transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • Statement of purpose
  • Supplemental essay
  • Recent photo
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Pepperdine University • Malibu, CA

Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy

Enrollment Type

Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program

27+ months

Credits

68

Admission Requirements

  • Statement of Purpose
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume
  • Official Transcripts
  • TOEFL Scores (International Applicants)
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Compare the Best Online Masters in Counseling Degrees

Institution & ProgramTest requirementCreditsStudy Length
Adams State UniversityMaster of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
No GRE required602 years
Antioch UniversityMaster of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
No GRE required603+ years
Bellevue UniversityMaster of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
No GRE required602 years
Bradley UniversityMaster of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
No GRE required602 years
Chicago School of Professional PsychologyMaster of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
No GRE required603 years
Cornerstone UniversityMasters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
No GRE required722+ years
Edinboro UniversityMaster of Arts in Counseling
No GRE required60-632 years
Grace College and Theological SeminaryMaster of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
No GRE required602 years
Hodges UniversityMaster of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
No GRE required602.3+ years
Indiana Wesleyan UniversityMaster of Arts in Counseling
No GRE required36-481.5+ years
Lamar UniversityMaster of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
No GRE required602.5 years
Lindsey Wilson CollegeMaster of Education in Counseling and Human Development
No GRE required602 years
Lock Haven UniversityMaster of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
No GRE required602 years
Malone UniversityMaster of Arts in Education in Counseling
No GRE required48-601.5+ years
Messiah UniversityMaster of Arts in Counseling
No GRE required602+ years
North Carolina Central UniversityMaster of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
GRE602 years
New York UniversityMaster of Arts in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness
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No GRE required60As few as 21 months
Northwestern UniversityMaster of Arts in Counseling
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No GRE required60As few as 18 months
Palo Alto UniversityMaster of Arts in Counseling
No GRE required932+ years
Regent UniversityMaster of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
GRE602 years
Union Institute and UniversityMaster of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
No GRE required602+ years
University of DenverMaster of Arts in School Counseling
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No GRE required72 quarter creditsAs few as 24 months
University of Louisiana at MonroeMaster of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
No GRE required602 years
University of Massachusetts-BostonMasters of Science in Mental Health Counseling
No GRE required602 years
Wake Forest UniversityMaster of Arts in Counseling
GRE602 years

Why Choose an Online Counseling Program?

The most appealing facet of online education is the flexibility to obtain a degree without disrupting other aspects of your life such as family and career. Synchronous classes are usually scheduled in the evening, and asynchronous classes allow students to access the course assignments at times most convenient for them. They also allow students to complete any required residencies and internships at facilities near the student's home.

Online programs broaden widely the list of educational opportunities for prospective students. They can attend and receive a degree from some of the best online counseling masters programs in the country without having to worry about relocation and moving expenses or having to leave their family for months at a time.

Information last updated: June 2026