Admissions Requirements
All application materials, including official transcripts, recommendation forms, and proof of passing Basic Skills Exam or Standard Teacher Certification for school track applicants, must be received by the CSU School of Graduate and Professional Studies, 9501 South King Drive (NAL 234), Chicago, Illinois 60628-1598.

Successful Program Matriculation

Completion of at least fifty-one (School track) or fifty-four (Clinical Mental Health) credit hours at the graduate level with grades averaging B or better to meet general degree requirements.

• Completion of all clinical courses (PSYC 5790, 5950, 5990/5991), with a grade of B or better
• Admission to candidacy after pre-candidacy courses (PSYC 5600/5611, 5660, 5650, 5640, 5670)
• Pass the objective and essay comprehensive examinations.
• Students in the School Track or Type 73 Endorsement program must show proof of passing the Illinois Certification Content Area Test for School Counselors prior to enrollment in the School Internship class (PSYC 5990).
• Completion of all degree requirements within six years.

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