Adler Graduate School

Turn Your Passion Into Your Profession

Adler Graduate School’s master’s degrees and advanced certificates will prepare you to be an ethical and culturally-competent professional. Start your application today.

No GRE

Standardized test scores are not required for admission

94%

of Adler graduates are employed within 6 months of graduation

Scholarship Opportunity

Limited time merit scholarship for new master's degree students.

Let us help you get started on your Adler Graduate School journey! Newly enrolled master’s degree students can apply for a merit scholarship. You must meet eligibility requirements and apply by 8/15. For information, click Learn More.

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How to Apply To Adler Graduate School

Once all portions of your application have been submitted, we’ll contact you to schedule your required admissions interview. Have questions? We’re happy to help. Reach out to us at admissions@alfredadler.edu.

Complete Your Online Application

Our application typically takes less than 15 minutes to complete. Can’t finish it all in one sitting? You can log in to resume your application at any time.

Write a Personal Statement

Using the prompt provided, in your own words, please write a 500-word response.

Submit Official Transcripts

Request your official transcript from the school where you received your degree.

Provide a Letter of Recommendation

Recommendations can be professional (current or previous employment, internship supervisors, etc.) or academic (former professor, academic advisor). Exclude family members and friends.

$75,386

Average salary for Mental Health Counselors nationwide (source ZipRecruiter)

36

Average enrolled student age

20%

of enrolled students identify as BIPOC

7%

of enrolled students identify as gender diverse

Take Your Next Step Toward Helping Others

Adler Graduate School’s master’s degree and certificate programs will prepare you to launch or advance your career in counseling. Our programs, such as our CACREP-accredited MA in Counseling or our Expressive Arts Therapy specialty and certificate, are rooted in the principles of Adlerian Individual Psychology with a focus on belonging, encouragement, and nurturing individual strengths.

We believe mental health is derived from the ability to cooperate, collaborate, and contribute to the community. Our graduate programs and advanced certificates are affordable, flexible, and full of applicable skills you can put to work right away.

Application Deadlines

Adler Graduate School offers admission three times a year for degree seeking students in January, April and October.

Gain the skills, the experiences, and the mindset to promote wellness within yourself and others.

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