Adams State University and the School of Counselor Education welcome your application for admission into our online 60-credit hour Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Counselor Education and Supervision (CE&S) program.
Our program is CACREP-accredited and is competitive as we only offer admission to cohorts of 12 students or fewer. The current tuition and fee rate for this program for 2024-2025 is $604.80 per credit hour plus any additional student fees and books. Fees do not include expenses related to travel and required on-campus attendance.
Requirements for Admission Include:
- Regionally or nationally accredited Master’s degree* in counseling or a closely related field**
- 3.0 GPA or higher for Master’s degree
- Attend interviews, orientations, and residencies as outlined
*Students who are finishing a Master’s degree in counseling or a closely related field can apply if the master’s degree will be completed before the start of the doctoral program.
**During the admissions process, students’ curricular experiences are evaluated to verify completion of coursework, including CACREP entry-level foundational curricular standards, CACREP entry-level professional practice standards, and CACREP entry-level specialized practice area requirements so that any missing content can be completed before or concurrently with doctoral-level counselor education coursework.
Preferences for Admission Include:
- Master’s degree in counseling from a CACREP-accredited program
- Two or more years of post-master’s counseling experience
- Current clinical license or certification in their state of practice
Information and Deadlines for Fall 2025 Cohort:
The CE&S program utilizes a cohort model which begins every Fall semester. The following timeline for the Fall 2025 admission cycle is as follows (most exact dates TBD):
- July 1, 2024: Fall 2025 application opens
- November 15, 2024: Deadline for all application materials to be verified
- December 2024: Interview status updates distributed via email
- February 5-6, 2025: On-campus Interviews*
- March 2025: Admission decision notifications distributed
- May 6-7, 2025: On-campus new Ph.D. student orientation*
- August 18, 2025: Fall 2025 semester starts
*In-person/on-campus in Alamosa, Colorado attendance required
Check out our Ph.D. Counselor Education & Supervision FAQ sheet for even more information.
In addition to the application deadlines for the doctoral program, separate deadlines exist for financial aid/student loans:
Virtual Open House Events
The School of Counselor Education (SCE) will offer two Virtual Open Houses via Zoom:
Wednesday, September 18, 2024, from 5-6pm MT
Thursday, September 19, 2024, from 12-1pm MT
You do NOT need to attend both open house sessions as they will cover the same information related to the program and the admissions process. There will be time for questions. Current doctoral students will also be in attendance.
Required Admission Documents
A candidate who is interested in enrolling at Adams State University to pursue a Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Counselor Education and Supervision must:
1. Complete the Fall 2025 online application
2. $45 non-refundable application fee at time of application submission
3. Supplemental admission documents. These documents include:
Letter of Intent
The School of Counselor Education does not require Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) test scores for applicants applying for Fall 2025. In lieu of the GRE, applicants’ Letters of Intent will be reviewed and considered as a writing sample to demonstrate written communication skills and potential aptitude for academic writing. The Letter of Intent should address the following six questions specifically within 3-4 pages uploaded after application submission in the Workday application portal:
1. Why are you pursuing a doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision at Adams State University?
2. What professional experiences do you have related to the counseling profession?
3. What personal and professional dispositions are essential for future counselor educators and supervisors?
4. What experiences do you have in regards to scholarship, professional leadership, and advocacy?
5. Describe your commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.
6. Describe your professional plans with a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision, post-graduation.
The admission committee will consider a number of factors when making admission decisions. This decision will include at a minimum: (a) academic aptitude for doctoral-level study consistent with program delivery type; (b) previous or current professional experience; (c) professional dispositions consistent with professional practice; (d) oral and written communication skills; (e) commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice; (f) potential for scholarship; and (g) potential for professional leadership and advocacy.
Two (2) Reference Request Forms
Forms need to be from associates who can attest to the applicant’s academic aptitude for doctoral-level study, professional experiences, personal and professional dispositions, oral and written communication skills, commitment to diversity, and potential for scholarship, leadership, and advocacy. Recommenders will receive an automatic email to complete the letter of recommendation electronic form. Please have recommenders’ first names, last names, and emails at the time of application submission.
Current Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Uploaded after application submission in the Workday application portal.
4. Send ALL official transcripts from previously attended institutions
Transcripts from Adams State need not be requested. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. International transcripts must be evaluated by an approved international credential evaluator. Please have all official transcripts sent directly from the institutions to:
graduatestudies@adams.edu (for electronic official transcripts)
OR
Adams State University
Office of Graduate Studies
208 Edgemont Blvd., Suite 2300
Alamosa, CO 81101
Note:
- Additional information may be requested by the School of Counselor Education before an admissions decision can be determined.
- Admission is not possible at this time for international students.
