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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for admission?
Rosemont College welcomes all students, without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin or handicapping conditions. Applicants for the Master's degree need to have completed a Baccalaureate degree from an accredited 4-year college or university, preferably with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. All candidates for admission must have had a major in psychology OR satisfactorily completed the following college-level psychology courses: 1) Introduction, 2) Personality, and 3) Statistics. Applicants seeking Certification in Elementary or Secondary School Counseling must have completed two college-level courses in English (one in composition and one in literature) and two college-level courses in mathematics (earning a grade of C- or higher). Applicants for the degree must also provide 3 letters of recommendation, a 2-3 page Statement of Purpose, an application fee, and a completed application form.
Post-Master's applicants seeking a Certificate in Addictions Counseling OR Pennsylvania State Education Specialist I Certification in Elementary or Secondary School Counseling as a separate credential must have completed a closely related graduate degree from an accredited institution. Applicants seeking Certification in Elementary or Secondary School Counseling must have completed two college-level courses in English (composition, literature) and two college-level courses in mathematics. A completed application form, including the transcript evaluation fee, official undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and copies of catalog course descriptions of graduate courses are required. Application materials are available from the Office of Graduate Admissions.
What are the deadlines for application?
The School of Graduate Studies has rolling admissions. To be accepted for a particular semester, please send your completed application materials four weeks prior to the start of classes.
Can I take courses as a non-matriculated student?
Eligible students can usually earn up to 6 graduate credits before applying for matriculated status. In addition, students who have already earned a Master's degree, and who are seeking additional courses for professional development, as a step towards State Licensure or to fulfill continuing education or Act 48 requirements, may earn 12 graduate credits on a non-matriculated basis.
I took some graduate courses before coming to Rosemont- Can I transfer any credits?
Applicants who have completed previous graduate work may, at the time they apply for admission, make a written request to transfer a maximum of two 3-credit courses. To be acceptable for transfer, course(s) may not have been previously applied toward a graduate degree and they must provide a good "match" for Rosemont program requirements. Courses may not have been undertaken more than 5 years prior to the request for transfer and the student must have earned at least a "B" (3.0). Pass/Fail courses are not eligible for transfer.
How will I know which courses to take each semester?
Course selection for the fall, spring, and summer sessions are made in consultation with a program advisor, either in person, by telephone or by email. The Office of Graduate Studies will subsequently process course registrations. Nine graduate credits are considered a full-time load during the fall and spring; 6 graduate credits are considered a full-time load during each of our two summer sessions. In addition, an Orientation Session is held for all students during the fall and spring semesters of each academic year. Students are provided with an updated overview of the program, learn about College services, and meet staff, faculty and other students.
What time of day are classes held?
Classes are scheduled Monday through Thursday from 5:15 to 7:15 p.m., and from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. There are a limited number of Saturday morning classes.
Can I apply for financial assistance?
Graduate students are eligible to apply for tuition assistance in the form of Stafford Loans if they are matriculated in a degree-granting program of study, and are enrolled in at least half-time coursework (2 courses in the Fall or Spring; 1 course in each Summer session). A limited number of competitive Graduate Assistantships are also available. Rosemont offers a tuition management option, so you can spread your payments out over the course of your program.
How long will it take me to graduate?
Because students may elect to undertake graduate study on a full-time or part-time basis, the number of semesters required to complete all program requirements will vary. Students who pursue full-time study can usually complete their master's degree in 2-3 years; part-time students will take longer. All students are permitted up to six years from the time they matriculate to complete their program requirements (extensions may be requested in writing). Commencement exercises are held each year in May.
What's happening in the job market for counseling psychologists?
Mental health and addiction care is among the fastest growing careers in the nation. Recently, the U.S. Surgeon General estimated that "over 20 percent of the population has a diagnosable mental disorder," and that the need for trained professionals who can address such problems continues to increase. The U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration reports that addiction treatment admissions have increased 23% between 1992 and 2002, and adolescent admissions have increased by 65%. In the schools, recent highly publicized tragedies, carried out by at-risk students, have raised awareness of the need for well-trained school counselors. By earning a Master's degree with State Certification or State Licensure, counseling professionals can usually expect an earnings increase. They can also gain confidence about their ability to change clients' lives for the better.
Rosemont graduates have been highly successful in achieving their career goals. They now work as administrators and direct service providers in community mental health centers, out-patient clinics, hospitals, social service agencies, day-treatment centers, the criminal justice system, geriatric facilities, and the public and private schools. What's more, our Office of Career Services and our own program graduates are eager to assist incoming students as they explore the array of career options that are open in the dynamic field of counseling psychology.
I still have questions. How can I get more information?
You may want to visit our website at www.rosemont.edu for additional information about any of our program options, or join us for a Graduate Information Session. You may phone Admissions for the School of Graduate and Continuing Studies at 610.527.0200, ext. 2596, 2213, or 2598 and speak directly with an Admissions Counselor who will be happy to set up an individualized appointment at your convenience. Please feel free to contact us with your questions or concerns. We will do our very best to provide you with the assistance you need.
This information is accurate as of August 2006.
The College reserves the right to make changes for administrative reasons without prior notice.