College of Education
M.Ed. in School Counseling
Program Objectives
Students of all ages often benefit from seeing a caring school counselor. This field needs compassionate individuals to support students in social, academic, and family mental health needs, but many master’s in school counseling programs include in-person attendance requirements that make it difficult for working adults to participate.
At Faulkner University, a private, Christian liberal arts institution located in Montgomery, Alabama, adult students can complete the Master of Education in School Counseling program online without compromising their work and family commitments. Upon completion of your degree, you’ll be prepared to provide the mental health services youth need to thrive in school and beyond.
The real-world perspectives of our instructors will prepare you for work at:
- Elementary schools
- Middle schools
- High schools
- Public and private institutions
Students also study within an ethical and moral framework shaped by the university’s Christian values. This strong foundation provides the guidance you need to deliver compassionate, insightful service to students and school communities throughout your career.
PROGRAM RESOURCES
Admission Requirements
Prospective students enrolling in the Master of Education in School Counseling program must meet the following admission requirements:
- Application form
- Official copy of transcript(s)
- Copy of Class A/ Class B teaching or educational support area certificate
- Must hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of 2.75 or 3.25 in graduate courses.
- Criminal background check
- If applicable, TOEFL Results
- Goal Statement
- Three Recommendations
- Proof of teaching experience / Supplement EXP Form submitted to Alabama State Department of Education
Graduate Tuition and Fees
| TUITION | |
| Master of Arts in Biblical Studies | $510 per semester hour |
| Master of Arts in Christian Counseling and Family Ministry | $510 per semester hour |
| Master of Arts in Family Life Ministry | $510 per semester hour |
| Master of Arts in Humanities | $485 per semester hour |
| Master of Business Administration | $580 per semester hour |
| Master of Education | $485 per semester hour |
| Master of Science in Counseling | $565 per semester hour |
| Master of Science in Justice Administration | $565 per semester hour |
| Master of Science Management - One year | $555 per semester hour |
| Master of Science Management - Two year | $500 per semester hour |
| Master of Science in General Psychology | $570 per semester hour |
| Master of Science in Psychology and Disability Services | $570 per semester hour |
| Certificate in Disability Services | $570 per semester hour |
| Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies | $920 per semester hour (starting Fall 2026) |
| Master of Speech and Language Pathology | $750 per semester hour |
| Master of Speech and Language Pathology - Online | $750 per semester hour |
| Master of Theology | $510 per semester hour |
| PhD in Biblical Studies | $585 per semester hour |
| PhD in Health Sciences | $780 per semester hour |
| PhD in Humanities | $660 per semester hour |
| Doctor of Physical Therapy | $750 per semester hour |
| Doctor of Occupational Therapy | $750 per semester hour |
| FEES | |
| General Fee | $350 per semester ($250 if 5 hours or less) |
| Online Course Fee (for fully online course) | $75 per semester hour |
| Applicable Course Fees (see fees below) |
Admissions and contact
For additional information, please contact our enrollment team:
Phone 334.386.7140
Email graduateenrollment@faulkner.edu
Faculty & Staff Directory
Cordelia Simmons
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Amber Persons
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Christi Jones
Director of the School of Counseling and Assistant Professor
Leslie Cowell
Lecturer, College of Education
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