Master of Science in Counseling (CSP)
Application Deadlines
| Online Option | In-Person Option |
|---|---|
| Next start: January 11, 2027 | Next start: August 23, 2027 |
| App deadline, priority: September 1, 2026 | App deadline, priority: January 15, 2027 |
| App deadline, final: November 10, 2026 | App deadline, final: June 15, 2027 |
MS in Counseling (CSP) Requirements
The MS in Counseling (CSP) is open to students from all undergraduate majors who have graduated from a regionally accredited college or university.
If you have any questions about applying to the master’s in college counseling program, call 805-493-3325 or email clugrad@callutheran.edu to get in touch with a graduate enrollment specialist.
Application Checklist
- Online application
- Advising appointment with a graduate enrollment specialist (strongly recommended)
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Recommendation forms (2)
- Cal Lutheran will send the required form to your two professional or academic recommenders. You can continue with your application without waiting for your recommenders to complete the form.
- Official transcript(s) from a regionally accredited college or university
- Personal statement
- Application fee ($32)
International Student Requirements
International students are eligible to apply to the MS in Counseling (CSP) program. In addition to the requirements listed above, international students must submit:
- Course by course evaluated transcripts by a NACES member company, official transcript, certified true copy in English
- Financial Responsibility Statement or Official Bank Statement
- Copy of Passport Information page
- Minimum acceptable test scores are as follows (submit one):
- TOEFL (88)
- IELTS (6.5)
- Duolingo (120)
- Pearson’s (PTE Academic) (58)
- Completion of ELS 112
Transcript Information
Official transcripts must be ordered and sent directly to Cal Lutheran via certified e-transcript or mail. E-transcripts are recommended where possible.
- By email: If a selection list is available, please choose “鶹ԭ” or use clugrad@callutheran.edu for direct entry
- By mail: 鶹ԭ, 60 West Olsen Road, #2200, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360-2700
Domestic applicants who completed their bachelor’s degree outside of the U.S. are required to submit course by course evaluated transcripts, official transcript, certified true copy in English.
Request Information
To learn more about the Graduate Degree Programs offered by the Cal Lutheran Graduate School of Education and download a brochure, please fill out the form. You can also get in touch with an enrollment specialist directly by calling us at 805-493-3325 or for the online Master of Science in Counseling and College Student Personnel call 805-521-9856.
