If you are new to searching Master of Counseling programs in your state, you might be thrilled to learn that there are numerous colleges in different cities currently seeking new students for their programs.
The University of Central Missouri and Missouri State University are just a couple of the colleges that offer Master of Counseling programs in this state, both consisting of incredible programs for you to consider for your education.
Depending on where you currently reside and your availability for in-person or online programming, you might find multiple options to consider for enrollment.
Here are a few schools in Missouri with CACREP-accredited counseling programs:- Central Methodist University: M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Evangel University: M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling M.S. in School Counseling
- Maryville University: M.A. in Rehabilitation Counseling
- Missouri State University: M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling M.S. in School Counseling
- Southeast Missouri State University: M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling M.A. in School Counseling
- University of Central Missouri: M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
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| School and Program Information | Online Program? Entry Requirements |
Course Information |
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| Walden University
MS in School Counseling
 CACREP Accredited |
✔ Online
GRE scores not required |
School counselors help students overcome obstacles and shape successful futures. Walden’s online MS in School Counseling program will give you a solid foundation in school counseling theories, approaches, and best practices while enabling you to gain hands-on experience. Learn More |
| Walden University
MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited |
✔ Online
GRE scores not required |
Mental health counselors play a valuable role in helping people cope with life’s challenges. Walden’s online MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program can help you become the competent, compassionate counselor you know you can be. Learn More |
| Northwestern University
Online MA in Counseling
CACREP Accredited |
✔ Online
GRE Not Required Bachelor's Required |
Prepare to pursue licensure in as few as 18 months Learn MoreFull-time, part-time, and accelerated track options available |
| Northwestern University
Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy
COAMFTE Accredited |
✔ Online
GRE Not Required Bachelor's Required |
The COAMFTE-accredited MFT@Northwestern is offered by The Family Institute at Northwestern University. Full-time students can complete the program in as few as 21 months. No GRE is required, but applicants must hold an undergraduate degree. Full and part-time tracks available. Learn More |
| Grand Canyon University
Master's Degree in Counseling
HLC and NASAC Accredited |
✔ Online
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Clinical Mental Health Counseling master's degree emphases include: Childhood and Adolescence Disorders, Christian Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Trauma. Designed to meet the academic requirements of the National Board for Certified Counselors for the National Certified Counselor credential, the Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor credential and the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. As a private university, GCU has the same in-state and out-of-state tuition. Learn More |
| Liberty University
MA: Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
CACREP Accredited |
✔ Online
Online with required intensives |
Our CACREP-accredited master’s in counseling degree online can help you become an ethical, well-trained mental health counselor with the knowledge, values, and skills you need to empower others to make positive changes in their lives. Online and on campus. Training Champions for Christ since 1971. Learn More |
| Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited |
✔ Online
9 hours of qualifying undergraduate coursework and Minimum GPA 3.0 Required |
Trinity's Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling is CACREP-accredited and prepares you for licensure as a mental health professional. The program combines counseling methods with Christian ethical integration and offers classes both online and on-campus. Each year, students attend a 3-day formation group in Bannockburn, IL. Learn More |
| University of Denver
Master of Arts in School Counseling
Designed to adhere to CACREP standards |
✔ Online
No GRE Required; Minimum GPA 2.5 Required |
Earn a Master’s degree in School Counseling online from the University of Denver. Learn from doctoral-level faculty in live classes and gain experience through mock counseling and in-field training. No GRE required. Complete in as few as 24 months. Learn More |
| The Chicago School
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited |
✔ Online
Bachelor's Degree Required. |
This online CMHC program prepares students for a career offering mental health services in a variety of settings; helping diverse clients through issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, stress, relationship difficulties, and suicidal impulses. Learn More |
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Snapshot: Online CACREP Accredited Programs
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Walden University
MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Mental health counselors play a valuable role in helping people cope with life’s challenges. Walden’s online MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program can help you become the competent, compassionate counselor you know you can be. Click for admissions info.
CACREP Accredited
✔ Online
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Online CACREP Accredited programs | Online MPCAC Accredited programs
Online Master of Counseling Degrees in Missouri
Technology has contributed to the evolution of higher education in Missouri and all over the world. In this day and age, students can enjoy the benefits of higher education from the comforts of their own home.
Counseling programs online can allow you access courses via the internet, communicate with other learners and instructors at any time of day, and learn at your own pace. If you are the type of student that may require this type of learning, Missouri colleges and universities may be the way for you to proceed.
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Walden University - MS in School Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
Walden University - MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
Northwestern University - Online MA in Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
Northwestern University - Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy (COAMFTE Accredited)
Grand Canyon University - Master's Degree in Counseling (NASAC Accredited)
Liberty University - MA: Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP Accredited) (CACREP Accredited)
Trinity Evangelical Divinity School - Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
University of Denver - Master of Arts in School Counseling
The Chicago School - M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)
One of the most important aspects of online Master of Counseling programs for you to seriously consider is their accreditation. There may be many online programs that offer you a counseling degree without the proper accreditation, so it is important to choose online programs accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
If you visit the CACREP website, you can view a list of currently accredited online Master of Counseling programs which can prove to be beneficial during your search, but we also have reviewed this list of online CACREP accredited counseling programs that you might consider reviewing.
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Schools With Campus-Based CACREP Accredited Missouri Counseling Degrees
CACREP (Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs) is the top accrediting board for counseling programs. Below, you will find a list of all of the CACREP accredited counseling programs in Missouri. Keep scrolling or jump to all programs for all programs or view online CACREP accredited counseling programs.
Central Methodist University
⚐ Fayette
M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 7/12/2016 to 3/31/2026
Evangel University
⚐ Springfield
M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 1/13/2018 to 10/31/2027
M.S. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 1/13/2018 to 10/31/2027
Maryville University
⚐ St. Louis
M.A. in Rehabilitation Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 7/1/2017 to 10/31/2021
Missouri State University
⚐ Springfield
M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 7/9/2013 to 3/31/2023
M.S. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 7/9/2013 to 3/31/2023
Southeast Missouri State University
⚐ Cape Girardeau
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 7/11/2012 to 10/31/2021
M.A. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 1/1/2004 to 10/31/2021
University of Central Missouri
⚐ Warrensburg
M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 7/14/2014 to 10/31/2026
M.S. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 1/17/2009 to 10/31/2026
University of Missouri - St. Louis
⚐ St. Louis
M.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 7/11/2012 to 10/31/2024
M.Ed. in School Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 9/1/1999 to 10/31/2024
Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 1/16/2007 to 10/31/2024
Webster University
⚐ Saint Louis
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 1/14/2016 to 3/31/2024
Webster University, St. Louis
⚐ St. Louis
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP Accredited
- CACREP Status: Accredited, 8 Year
- CACREP Accreditation Runs: 7/14/2014 to 3/31/2024
All Accredited Schools with Counseling Degrees in Missouri
View all programs in Missouri below, or jump to all Missouri CACREP accredited counseling programs.Central Methodist University Fayette
- M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
City Vision College Kansas City
- Bachelors - Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling
Evangel University Springfield
- M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- M.S. in School Counseling
Maryville University St. Louis
- M.A. in Rehabilitation Counseling
Missouri State University Springfield
- M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- M.S. in School Counseling
Missouri Valley College Marshall
- Bachelors - Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling
Saint Louis University Saint Louis
- Doctorate - Marriage and Family Therapy
Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau
- M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- M.A. in School Counseling
University of Central Missouri Warrensburg
- M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- M.S. in School Counseling
University of Missouri - St. Louis St. Louis
- M.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- M.Ed. in School Counseling
- Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision
University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia
- Doctorate - School Counseling
University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City
- Doctorate - Counseling Psychology
Webster University Saint Louis
- M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Webster University, St. Louis St. Louis
- M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
