OpenFieldMaster of Counselling (Counselling Psychology)
Flagship graduate practitioner degree recognized by the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) and College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP) for professional clinical registration.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree with minimum 3.0 GPA in foundational psychology credits
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 (minimum 6.0 in writing and speaking)
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Personal statement of counselling philosophy and group interview assessment
- Recommendation letters
- Three reference letters (one academic, two professional supervisors)
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Clinic graduate assistantships and BC/Alberta student financial aid eligibility
- Application fee
- $50 CAD ($150 international)
- Tuition / joining costs
- $15,500 CAD/year ($46,500 CAD total degree tuition)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- April 15, 2027 (Fall 2027 cohort intake)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official City University of Canada documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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