Admissions

The admission process for the Master of Education degree involves two levels.

LEVEL ONE: ADMISSION TO GRADUATE STUDIES
To be admitted to graduate studies, the student must submit:

1. Applicants to the Master of Education in Professional Counseling program must complete the following:
2. Complete the online Application for Graduate Studies.
3. Submit official transcripts documenting completion of bachelor's degree coursework from an accredited institution.
4. Have a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale. Applicants below this minimum are subject to current University graduate admission and appeal procedures.
5. Complete the required background check.
6. Submit three positive recommendations.
7. Submit a written Professional Statement addressing the required application topics.
8. Submit a current resume.
9. If invited, participate in the Professional Counseling interview process, which includes group exercises, an individual interview, and an additional writing sample.
10. Receive a positive recommendation from the Professional Counseling faculty and Professional Counseling Program Director. The Dean of the School of Education approves admission based on the recommendation of the Program Director and faculty.

The Dean of the School of Education approves admission to Graduate Education Studies in Professional Counseling, based on the recommendation of the Professional Counseling Program Director and faculty representatives. Prior to beginning coursework, the student must attend a new student orientation, where the student will work with an advisor to develop a program of study. At this time, the student will receive a program handbook with the policies and procedures of the program. Also, students' ethical and professional obligations and personal growth expectations as counselors-in-training are explained, and eligibility for licensure/certification is reviewed.

LEVEL TWO: ADMISSION TO DEGREE CANDIDACY
After successfully completing at least one graduate-level course, but no more than three courses (9 credit hours), a degree-seeking student applies for degree candidacy. With the assistance of the assigned advisor, the student must submit:

1. An application for Degree Candidacy for the Master of Education degree
2. Three Applicant Assessment Forms
3. A Program of Study approved by the student's faculty advisor and the Professional Counseling Program Director

Upon completion of these requirements, the student's credentials will be presented to the Graduate Admission Committee for admission to degree candidacy.

EXIT REQUIREMENTS
Professional Counseling candidates complete the Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Examination (CPCE) as the program's comprehensive examination. Candidates should consult the current Professional Counseling Program Handbook for CPCE eligibility, administration, scoring, follow-up requirements, and graduation requirements.

For mailing transcripts please use this address:

The Graduate Education Office
Lincoln Memorial University
6965 Cumberland Gap Parkway
Harrogate, TN 37752

Complete applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with successful applicants being set up for a personal interview with program faculty.

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To inquire about this program:
Program Information | Kristen Smith | 865.531.4110 | kristen.smith862@LMUnet.edu
Licensure Information | Tywana (Sue) England | 423.869.6253 | tywana.england@lmunet.edu