Mental Health Counseling, MS
View ProgramModality Online
Total Cost 42000
Duration 2.5-3 Years
Total Credit 60
School Counseling, MS
View ProgramModality Online
Total Cost 42000
Duration 2.5-3 years
Total Credit 60
Frequently Asked Questions
You should expect additional costs for books and other miscellaneous costs. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.
You should expect additional costs for books and other miscellaneous expenses. You can learn more about all fees on our tuition page.
Yes. Butler is a proud Yellow Ribbon School.
Yes, with careful planning, the right electives, and one additional course, you can become dual-licensed in school counseling and mental health counseling in Indiana. While this may also be possible in other states, requirements vary and additional fieldwork may be necessary. Learn more about your state’s licensure requirements by checking the school counseling state restrictions and mental health counseling state restrictions. Reach out to an admissions counselor for more information.
As long as you have an internet connection and can commit to the time it takes to complete coursework, you can continue in the program. Some courses have fieldwork experiences that need to be completed. If you think you may be deployed at the time you’ll need to complete those, speak with a counselor directly.
Yes, financial aid may be used for textbooks and cost-of-living expenses. All information regarding financial assistance can be found on our tuition page.
Yes, you’re welcome to visit campus anytime. Learn more about on-campus visits here.
Yes, absolutely. Online programs at Butler are explicitly designed with busy working professionals in mind, including those with personal and professional responsibilities.
Yes. Most programs allow you to take a break without losing the progress you’ve made in your program. You can take up to seven years to complete our online degrees.
We do accept transfer credits, which can help reduce your total tuition as well as time spent earning the degree. To learn more, review the details of the program you want to enroll in.
No, we do not accept work experience as transfer credits.
Yes, the master’s in Mental Health Counseling follows a cohort model. This allows you to build deeper relationships with peers and faculty, expanding your network, support system, and career opportunities.
The online program is designed for maximum flexibility and may be taken full time if you feel you can do so successfully. To see the curriculum, view our courses page.
Yes! The online program is designed that way to accommodate professionals who work full time and can be taken part time. This allows you to achieve a realistic balance between work, school, and personal responsibilities and gives you the opportunity to absorb the information in your coursework fully. Students can take up to seven years to complete the program. To see the curriculum, view our courses page.
No, there is no residency required to earn your master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling.
The MS in Mental Health Counseling does not include any concentrations. The program does feature specialized training in addictions counseling.
Currently, Butler University does not offer scholarships. Please consider the following options regarding finances:
- Complete the FAFSA® to determine financial aid eligibility. Butler’s FAFSA® code is 001788.
- Apply for a Sallie Mae loan
Yes, the master’s in School Counseling follows a cohort model. This allows you to build deeper relationships with peers and faculty, expanding your network, support system, and career opportunities.
The online program is designed for maximum flexibility and may be taken full time if you feel you have the time to do so successfully. To see the curriculum, view our courses page.
Yes! The online program is designed that way to accommodate professionals who work full time and can be taken part time. This allows you to achieve a realistic balance between work, school, and personal responsibilities and gives you the opportunity to absorb the information in your coursework fully. Students can take up to seven years to complete the program. To see the curriculum, view our courses page.
No, there is no residency required to earn your master’s degree in School Counseling.
The MS in School Counseling does not include any concentrations but does offer the option for students to take extra classes to prepare for licensure in mental health counseling. You can contact an admissions counselor for more information.
Currently, Butler University does not offer scholarships. Please consider the following options regarding finances:
- Complete the FAFSA® to determine financial aid eligibility. Butler’s FAFSA® code is 001788.
- Apply for a Sallie Mae loan
Yes. You can transfer up to 12 credits into the program. You can learn more about our admissions policy here.
No, there are no entrance exams required. You can learn more about our admissions policy here.
No, prior work experience is not required. You can learn more about our admissions policy here.
Yes. You can transfer up to 12 credits into the program. You can learn more about our admissions policy here.
No, there are no entrance exams required. You can learn more about our admissions policy here.
No, prior work experience is not required. You can learn more about our admissions policy here.
All inquiries regarding student loans start with the FAFSA®. Butler’s FAFSA® code is 001788.
All inquiries regarding student loans start with the FAFSA®. Butler’s FAFSA® code is 001788.
You can start the FAFSA® form here. Butler’s FAFSA® code is 001788.
The first step is to start your application.
The first step is to start your application.
You can easily start your application now.
You can complete the program in just 2.5-3 years. To see the curriculum, view our courses page.
Most students complete the program in just three years (eight semesters). It may be possible to accelerate the program to just six semesters. To see the curriculum, view our courses page.
The Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling is designed for working professionals with busy lives, so if something interrupts your normal course of study, you don’t have to worry about losing the courses you’ve completed. You can take up to seven years to complete the degree, if needed. To see the curriculum, view our courses page.
The Master of Science in School Counseling is designed for working professionals with busy lives, so if something interrupts your normal course of study, you don’t have to worry about losing the courses you’ve completed. You can take up to seven years to complete the degree, if needed. To see the curriculum, view our courses page.
You’ll complete 20 courses to earn the master’s in Mental Health Counseling degree, including one practicum course and two internship courses. You can learn more about specific coursework on our courses page.
You’ll complete 20 courses to earn the master’s in School Counseling degree, including a practicum course and two semesters of internship. You can learn more about specific coursework on our courses page.
You’ll complete 60 credits to earn the master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling. You can transfer up to 12 credits into the program. Review courses now.
You’ll complete 60 credits to earn the master’s degree in School Counseling. You can transfer up to 12 credits into the program. You can review courses now.
Up to 12 credits may be transferred and applied towards the MS in School Counseling program. You can learn more about our admissions policy here.
As of 2022, we have a total undergraduate enrollment of more than 4,500 and a graduate enrollment of more than 1,000.
There are 100 practicum hours and 600 internship hours required to complete the MS in Mental Health Counseling.
There are 100 practicum hours and 600 internship hours required to complete the MS in School Counseling. These can be scheduled at a location convenient to you.
An email will be sent indicating acceptance and directing you to the next step.
It’s best to talk to your counselor directly about this, as what you can do depends upon why you were not accepted into the program. Generally speaking, if your GPA wasn’t high enough, you can take community college courses to improve it.
Yes. You will receive the same top-notch, highly ranked education online, delivered by the same experienced instructors.
The program is designed to meet all CACREP standards and will seek accreditation at the earliest opportunity, which is the year following our first graduating class from the online program, per CACREP guidelines.
While the on-campus MS in School Counseling program at Butler University is accredited by CACREP, the online program must undergo review by CACREP in 2023 before an accreditation decision is made.
Butler University has a physical campus in Indianapolis, IN. We’re accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Learn more about Butler here.
For most of our online programs, work experience is not required.
Absolutely! Graduates of the on-ground and online programs are strongly encouraged to walk in their graduation ceremony.
The requirements for the MS in School Counseling include:
- A completed application (no fee to apply)
- A 3.0 GPA
- A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Transcripts from all institutions attended
- Two letters of recommendation
- A personal statement
- An interview
You can learn more about our admission requirements here.
The requirements for the MS in School Counseling include:
- A completed application (no fee to apply)
- A 3.0 GPA
- A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Transcripts from all institutions attended
- Two letters of recommendation
- A personal statement
- An interview
You can learn more about our admission requirements here.
Our shared commitments include:
- Pursue a just and equitable society
- Learn from, contribute to, and apply theory and research
- Embody inclusive and responsive teaching, learning, and mentoring
Learn more about our commitments.
A cohort allows you to build deeper relationships with peers and faculty, expanding your network, support system, and career opportunities by moving you through classes in step.
You’ll need a GPA of 3.0 to apply to the program. You can learn more about our admissions policy here.
You’ll need a GPA of 3.0 to apply to the program. You can learn more about our admissions policy here.
While the specifics of each program vary, the admissions process always starts by submitting your application for the program you want to attend. To complete your application file, you’ll need official transcripts, letters of recommendation, personal statements, and more. Our admissions team will help guide you through this process.
Tuition is $700 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 60 credits for a total tuition of $42,000, not including fees or other costs. You can review all tuition costs on our tuition page.
Tuition is $700 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 60 credits for a total tuition of $42,000 before fees. You can review all tuition costs on our tuition page.
FAFSA® is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid—a form you’ll complete to determine eligibility for categories of government-based student aid: work-study jobs or grants and scholarships (neither of which require repayment) and loans (which need to be repaid). Sallie Mae loans are private loans offered through the Sallie Mae Bank or a lender partner.
The first step is to start your application.
Our programs accept up to 12 transfer credits. To learn more, review the details of the program you want to enroll in.
Butler University, founded on ideals of equity and academic excellence, creates and fosters a collaborative, stimulating intellectual learning environment. We are inspired to boldly innovate and broadly educate, enriching communities and preparing all learners to lead meaningful lives. Learn more about Butler and the College of Education.
Tuition for the MS in Mental Health Counseling is $42,000, not including fees. You need to complete 60 credit hours at $700 per credit hour. You can review all tuition costs here.
Tuition for the MS in School Counseling is $42,000, not including any fees or outside costs. You need to complete 60 credit hours at $700 per credit hour. You can review all tuition costs on our tuition page.
U.S. News & World Report Rankings include:
- 2022 No. 1 in Regional Universities Midwest
- 2022 No. 1 in Best Colleges for Veterans
- 2022 No. 1 Most Innovative School
Learn more about our awards and recognition.
Butler University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). The Butler University College of Education is fully accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
Butler’s FAFSA® code is 001788. You can start the FAFSA® form here.
Those who hold a master’s in Mental Health Counseling often pursue career titles such as licensed mental health counselor, licensed clinical addictions counselor, or licensed professional counselor and can work in a variety of settings such as private practice, hospitals, or in-patient and outpatient facilities. Learn more about your career options by visiting our careers page.
Those who hold a master’s in School Counseling pursue careers in K-12 schools. Some students pursue dual-licensure as mental health counselors and choose to work in a clinical setting. Learn more about your career options by visiting our career’s page.
Support services are individualized and developed on a case-by-case basis. Specific adjustments are determined by academic history and the diagnostic data reported in the written documentation. Services might include but are not limited to:
- Access to speech recognition software system
- Assistance with text in an alternative format
- Alternative test arrangements
- Extended time on examinations
- Assistance with self-advocacy
- Individual and group support services
- Assistive technology support
- Course substitutions
Questions, concerns, or requests for additional information should be directed to Student Disability Services in Jordan Hall 136, by phone at 317-940-9308, or by email at sds@butler.edu.
Butler does offer tuition assistance to the military and veterans. To learn more, reach out to us.
Students and their instructors can interact through discussion posts, and instructors keep office hours to chat via phone or video conference. Many students also find it easy to communicate with instructors over email. Learn more about online learning.
In terms of rigor, instructors, and the physical degree you receive, there’s no difference between online and on-campus programs. Online degrees offer full-time working professionals maximum flexibility in their ability to receive expert instruction and interaction, along with consistent guidance and support. Learn more about online learning.
We will help you determine a site convenient to you. Oftentimes, students can do their practicum at their current place of employment. For Indiana residents, we have a partnership with a large mental health agency, which provides students the opportunity to earn a $5,000 stipend during the internship, receive advanced training from the agency, and be guaranteed an employment interview upon graduation.
Butler University is located at 4600 Sunset Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46208. Learn more about us.
They will not. There’s no difference in the diplomas presented to graduates of the online and on-campus programs.
Yes. You will have access to Butler’s Help Desk by calling 855-480-7431 (toll free) or 317-207-7151 (local).
Yes, the faculty regularly plan three-credit, two-week study abroad opportunities in the summer and invite online students to participate. Most recently, the study abroad option was in England and Scotland where students visited schools and community mental health centers.
It will not. The diploma is the same for all graduates, whether their program was completed online or at our campus location.
Yes, with careful planning, the right electives, and one additional course, you can become dual-licensed in school counseling and mental health counseling in Indiana. While this may also be possible in other states, requirements vary and additional fieldwork may be necessary. Learn more about your state’s licensure requirements by checking the school counseling state restrictions and mental health counseling state restrictions. Reach out to an admissions counselor for more information.
The MS in School Counseling program offers training and a pathway to licensure in professional school counseling. In addition, we offer the coursework necessary to achieve dual-licensure in mental health counseling. Our coursework leads directly to licensure in the state of Indiana. Requirements vary by state. Learn more about the requirements in your state by checking the school counseling state restrictions and mental health counseling state restrictions.
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