Chaminade University of Honolulu

Master in Counseling Psychology (Master's)

Honolulu, United StatesTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

Why students choose this program

  • Taught in English
  • No application fee
  • Applications currently open

Introduction

Chaminade University of Honolulu grew from a Marianist foundation and mission centered on education, service and community. Its academic approach connects learning with practical contribution, asking students to consider how their knowledge can benefit Hawai‘i’s communities. Faculty support students through personalized advising, experiential learning and preparation for professional work or graduate study. The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs through its academic schools, with areas including business, innovation and technology, arts and sciences, and education and human development. The campus is at 3140 Waialae Avenue in Honolulu, Hawai‘i. Students can explore campus spaces and community facilities through a virtual tour, while the university also provides information about campus visits, maps and events. Student life is presented as part of a close-knit community that supports students from enrollment through graduation. Chaminade’s mission connects education with building stronger and more just communities, and its faculty and students take part in research, public health, data visualization, interfaith work and other community-focused activities. International students considering Chaminade should expect a Hawai‘i-based university with both undergraduate and graduate study options, a service-oriented Marianist identity and close contact with faculty. The university’s website provides routes to request information, apply and explore campus. Honolulu is the setting for study and daily life, while the university’s programs and community activities connect learning with local needs and professional preparation.

About the Program

This programme prepares students to work as licensed counselors in mental health or school settings. It emphasizes evidence-based practice and community-focused support for diverse populations. Students complete a 700-hour practicum and internship as part of their training. The curriculum is structured around counseling theory, ethical practice, and applied skills development.

Focus areas include Mental Health Counseling, School Counseling.

The programme requires 60 total credit hours, including foundation, core, and special course requirements. Students complete practicum and internship courses totaling 700 hours of supervised experience.

Graduates enter roles as licensed mental health counselors or school counselors in public and private institutions.

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or its equivalent. Required materials include official transcripts, a resume, a personal statement, and an interview. The application process includes submission through the university’s graduate portal.

The programme totals about 60 credit hours. 100% online or fully in-person, 30 months duration, full-time with accelerated terms. For international students, tuition is around the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 93% of applicants.

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