The Master of Science in Counseling Psychology program is the oldest and largest master's program at CBU. Founded 38 years ago, this prestigious faith based degree equips students with the ability to reconcile and restore relationships affecting individuals, couples and families. Seasoned core faculty teach from a biblically rooted perspective enabling students to address mental, emotional and spiritual needs in the community. The program is widely recognized and highly respected by public, private and faith based agencies throughout the Inland Empire community. 

Student Learning 

Evidence of Student Learning

1)   Admission to Treatment
2)  Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis 
3)  Treatment Planning & Case Management
4)  Interventions
5)  Legal and Ethical Issues and Standards 
6)  Research and Program Evaluations 
7)  Christian Faith Integration 
8)  Counselor Preparation

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Application Requirements

Application DeadlinesFallSpringSummer

PriorityMay 15November 1March 1

StandardAugust 1December 1April 1*

Now accepting applications for Fall 2021.

*Accepting applications for Summer 2021 as space allows.  

1. Application for admission with a $45 graduate application fee

2. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university which is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and/or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, or the evaluated equivalency.

3. Official bachelor's degree transcript. Additional transcripts may be required to verify prerequisites or GPA

4. A minimum 3.0 GPA for unconditional admission. Applicants with a 2.75 or lower GPA may be considered for conditional acceptance upon consideration of entire admissions application. 

4. Two electronic recommendations from sources who can address your potential for success. It is preferred that one recommendation be from an instructor or professor. Recommendations from friends and family are not acceptable.

5. Comprehensive essay of at least 500 words that includes the following:

• Purpose for entering the program
• Experiences that have directed your interest toward becoming a therapist
• Religious background and the relationship between your faith and professional goals
• Influences that have shaped your present values and approach to life
• Reasons for choosing to study at CBU

6. Prerequisites: Completion of a bachelor’s degree in psychology or the evaluated degree program equivalency. Prospective students who completed a non-psychology bachelor’s degree are required to complete undergraduate prerequisite requirements (3-12 semester units), as determined by the program director. Outstanding prerequisite coursework must be completed within the first two semesters of graduate enrollment.

8. Successful interview with graduate program director

9. An applicant whose first language is not English and/or does not have a degree from an institution where English is the primary language of instruction is required to demonstrate English language proficiency by submitting a recent test score from Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The minimum score required to display English proficiency for standard admission to a graduate programs is 80 IBT TOEFL or 6.5 IELTS.

Tuition-$52,000 for 2 years