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ANNOUNCEMENT

Online Application Update

Application period now CLOSED.

Beginning October 15, 2011, program applications and letters of reference will ONLY be accepted online.

Marriage and Family Therapy Admissions

Complete the CSU Mentor Application by December 15, 2011 (SDSU Graduate Admissions FAQ's)

Complete the electronic MFT program application by January 10, 2012

Submit all paper materials (e.g. official transcripts and GRE scores) to SDSU Graduate Admissions by January 10, 2012

The admission process is conducted once a year in a two-stage process: review of the application followed by invited small group interviews, which will be held on February 25, 2012. The program seeks a diverse student body, including diversity in cultural background, age and experience. The ratio of acceptances to applications varies from year to year.

Two separate applications must be filed for admission consideration. One application is made directly to the Graduate Division of the University. (Consult the Graduate Bulletin for information about University admission.) The second application is made directly to the MFT program.

Specific requirements for admission include:

  1. Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university;
  2. Undergraduate grade point average of at least 2.85 in the last 60 units taken (Transcripts must scanned and uploaded);
  3. Postbaccalaureate grade point average of at least 3.0 in all units taken;
  4. Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores - scan and upload;
  5. Three references with e-mail addresses;
  6. Applicant's personal statement, including personal profile and professional goals;
  7. Experiential background relevant to the counseling field, including work history, volunteer activities, and relevant life experience; and
  8. Effective interpersonal skills appropriate to MFT as demonstrated by written recommendations, employment record, individual and/ or group interview, and other relevant life experiences.

Did you know?

  • You do not need the Psychology Subject GRE
  • There are no pre-requisite courses required for admission
  • We accept students from a variety of undergraduate majors, no preference is given to specific majors
  • The program is now 2 years and starts in the summer

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