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Counseling Schools in Georgia
There are 19 Georgia schools offering counseling programs. In 2010, 792 students graduated from programs at Georgia counseling schools. 653 of all these students graduated with masters degrees and 63 of all these students graduated with certificates.
Overview
On average, 821 students graduate from programs in this state in counseling every year. This accounts for 2% of counseling students who US schools graduate. More specifically, 63 students graduated with counseling certificates, nine with a degree at the associate's level, 44 with a degree at the bachelor's level, 653 with a degree at the master's level, and 23 with a doctorate level degree.
19 counseling schools are located in Georgia. And of these, ten schools are public, while nine schools are private. Private counseling school tuition varies from $5,376 to $30,560, while public counseling school tuition varies from $4,592 to $8,736.
Average tuition for counseling programs is $10,388. The lowest tuition in this southern state, which is $4,592 per year, is at Albany State University, while the highest tuition for programs in counseling, which is $30,560 per year, is at Mercer University.
Georgia counseling schools offer certificates, associates degrees, bachelors degrees, masters degrees, and doctoral degrees.
Counseling Program Completions in Georgia 2006 - 2010
On average, 821 students graduate from programs in this state in counseling every year. This accounts for 2% of counseling students who US schools graduate. More specifically, 63 students graduated with counseling certificates, nine with a degree at the associate's level, 44 with a degree at the bachelor's level, 653 with a degree at the master's level, and 23 with a doctorate level degree.
Counseling Program Completions in Georgia 2006 - 2010
- Certificate 2006: 77
- Certificate 2007: 73
- Certificate 2008: 73
- Certificate 2009: 85
- Certificate 2010: 63
- Associate 2006: 9
- Associate 2007: 12
- Associate 2008: 8
- Associate 2009: 9
- Associate 2010: 9
- Bachelor 2006: 63
- Bachelor 2007: 71
- Bachelor 2008: 66
- Bachelor 2009: 68
- Bachelor 2010: 44
- Master 2006: 587
- Master 2007: 609
- Master 2008: 671
- Master 2009: 650
- Master 2010: 653
- Doctorate 2006: 20
- Doctorate 2007: 19
- Doctorate 2008: 32
- Doctorate 2009: 28
- Doctorate 2010: 23
Counseling Program Availability in Georgia
Georgia schools offer a total of 37 counseling programs. Of these programs, around 62.2% are programs at the master's level. The remaining programs are certificates and degrees at the bachelors level, the doctoral level, and the associates level.
Counseling Program Availability in Georgia
- Certificate: 5
- Associate: 1
- Bachelor: 4
- Master: 23
- Doctorate: 4
Career Trends
- Rehabilitation Counselors — Salary by Percentile
- Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators — Salary by Percentile
- Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors — Salary by Percentile
- Mental Health Counselors — Salary by Percentile
- Credit Counselors — Salary by Percentile
- Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors — Salary by Percentile
- Marriage and Family Therapists — Salary by Percentile
- Counselors, All Other — Salary by Percentile
Rehabilitation Counselors — Salary by Percentile
Rehabilitation Counselors — Salary by Percentile
- 10th Percentile: 20400
- 25th Percentile: 27010
- Median: 36100
- 75th Percentile: 45280
- 90th Percentile: 58140
Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators — Salary by Percentile
Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators — Salary by Percentile
- 10th Percentile: 30810
- 25th Percentile: 37230
- Median: 42350
- 75th Percentile: 47420
- 90th Percentile: 86720
Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors — Salary by Percentile
Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors — Salary by Percentile
- 10th Percentile: 31570
- 25th Percentile: 42540
- Median: 54470
- 75th Percentile: 68320
- 90th Percentile: 79090
Mental Health Counselors — Salary by Percentile
Mental Health Counselors — Salary by Percentile
- 10th Percentile: 22500
- 25th Percentile: 27420
- Median: 34640
- 75th Percentile: 49750
- 90th Percentile: 66710
Credit Counselors — Salary by Percentile
Credit Counselors — Salary by Percentile
- 10th Percentile: 25810
- 25th Percentile: 29630
- Median: 34850
- 75th Percentile: 41500
- 90th Percentile: 60420
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors — Salary by Percentile
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors — Salary by Percentile
- 10th Percentile: 24020
- 25th Percentile: 27940
- Median: 35330
- 75th Percentile: 44420
- 90th Percentile: 53970
Marriage and Family Therapists — Salary by Percentile
Marriage and Family Therapists — Salary by Percentile
- 10th Percentile: 31520
- 25th Percentile: 41650
- Median: 52400
- 75th Percentile: 71630
- 90th Percentile: 119000
Counselors, All Other — Salary by Percentile
Counselors, All Other — Salary by Percentile
- 10th Percentile: 16230
- 25th Percentile: 17690
- Median: 32440
- 75th Percentile: 44160
- 90th Percentile: 59930
Career Trends
- Rehabilitation Counselors — Employment Trend
- Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators — Employment Trend
- Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors — Employment Trend
- Mental Health Counselors — Employment Trend
- Credit Counselors — Employment Trend
- Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors — Employment Trend
- Marriage and Family Therapists — Employment Trend
- Counselors, All Other — Employment Trend
Rehabilitation Counselors — Employment Trend
Rehabilitation Counselors — Employment Trend
- Median Salary 2006: 37060
- Median Salary 2007: 36760
- Median Salary 2008: 34200
- Median Salary 2009: 35850
- Median Salary 2010: 36100
- Total Employed 2006: 1650
- Total Employed 2007: 1710
- Total Employed 2008: 1350
- Total Employed 2009: 1380
- Total Employed 2010: 1160
Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators — Employment Trend
Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators — Employment Trend
- Median Salary 2006: 38970
- Median Salary 2007: 45710
- Median Salary 2008: 50300
- Median Salary 2009: 44880
- Median Salary 2010: 42350
- Total Employed 2006: 120
- Total Employed 2007: 110
- Total Employed 2008: 90
- Total Employed 2009: 90
- Total Employed 2010: 100
Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors — Employment Trend
Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors — Employment Trend
- Median Salary 2006: 52030
- Median Salary 2007: 54380
- Median Salary 2008: 54300
- Median Salary 2009: 55540
- Median Salary 2010: 54470
- Total Employed 2006: 5490
- Total Employed 2007: 5960
- Total Employed 2008: 6470
- Total Employed 2009: 6670
- Total Employed 2010: 6270
Mental Health Counselors — Employment Trend
Mental Health Counselors — Employment Trend
- Median Salary 2006: 35540
- Median Salary 2007: 37320
- Median Salary 2008: 37070
- Median Salary 2009: 36780
- Median Salary 2010: 34640
- Total Employed 2006: 1340
- Total Employed 2007: 1360
- Total Employed 2008: 1540
- Total Employed 2009: 1520
- Total Employed 2010: 1670
Credit Counselors — Employment Trend
Credit Counselors — Employment Trend
- Median Salary 2006: 35160
- Median Salary 2007: 38240
- Median Salary 2008: 38110
- Median Salary 2009: 36790
- Median Salary 2010: 34850
- Total Employed 2006: 1060
- Total Employed 2007: 1020
- Total Employed 2008: 690
- Total Employed 2009: 720
- Total Employed 2010: 870
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors — Employment Trend
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors — Employment Trend
- Median Salary 2006: 34880
- Median Salary 2007: 33860
- Median Salary 2008: 34290
- Median Salary 2009: 36130
- Median Salary 2010: 35330
- Total Employed 2006: 1320
- Total Employed 2007: 1270
- Total Employed 2008: 1380
- Total Employed 2009: 1280
- Total Employed 2010: 1890
Marriage and Family Therapists — Employment Trend
Marriage and Family Therapists — Employment Trend
- Median Salary 2006: 44760
- Median Salary 2007: 42480
- Median Salary 2008: 47990
- Median Salary 2009: 53500
- Median Salary 2010: 52400
- Total Employed 2006: 170
- Total Employed 2007: 100
- Total Employed 2008: 210
- Total Employed 2009: 200
- Total Employed 2010: 240
Counselors, All Other — Employment Trend
Counselors, All Other — Employment Trend
- Median Salary 2006: 38470
- Median Salary 2007: 44280
- Median Salary 2008: 45140
- Median Salary 2009: 19390
- Median Salary 2010: 32440
- Total Employed 2006: 370
- Total Employed 2007: 260
- Total Employed 2008: 210
- Total Employed 2009: 200
- Total Employed 2010: 310
Georgia vs National Counseling Employment
Georgia vs National Counseling Employment
- Employed in Georgia: 1.942% (12510)
Counseling Schools in Georgia
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Nearby Cities Offering Counseling
- Counseling Schools in Macon, Georgia
Two counseling schools are in Macon, GA. One school is private. One school is public. Counseling Schools in Macon, Georgia
- Counseling Schools in Marietta, Georgia
Marietta schools offer a total of 14 counseling programs. Of these programs, about 50% are programs at the master's level. The remaining programs are certificates and degrees at the doctoral level, the bachelors level, and the associates level. Counseling Schools in Marietta, Georgia
- Counseling Schools in Albany, Georgia
In 2010, 13 students graduated with a counseling degree at the master's level. The number of students who graduated with degrees in counseling fell by 7.1% from 2008 to 2010. The number of graduate students dropped by one student. Counseling Schools in Albany, Georgia
- Counseling Schools in Warner Robins, Georgia
There are two schools located near Warner Robins, GA offering counseling programs. 52 students graduated with degrees from Warner Robins counseling schools in 2010. 43 students graduate from counseling programs in this city, on average, every year. Counseling Schools in Warner Robins, Georgia
- Counseling Schools in Savannah, Georgia
Five students graduated with counseling certificates. 53 students graduated with a master's level degree in counseling. The number of students who graduated with degrees in counseling dropped by about 25.6% from 2008 to 2010. Counseling Schools in Savannah, Georgia
- Counseling Schools in East Point, Georgia
36 students graduated with counseling certificates. One student graduated with a bachelor's level counseling degree. 363 students graduated with a counseling degree at the master's level. Counseling Schools in East Point, Georgia
- Counseling Schools in Rome, Georgia
117 students graduate from programs in Rome, GA in counseling, on average, each year. This accounts for close to 11% of students who schools in the state of Georgia graduate from counseling programs. 15 students graduated with counseling certificates. Counseling Schools in Rome, Georgia
- Counseling Schools in Johns Creek, Georgia
There are six schools located by Johns Creek, GA offering counseling programs. 436 students graduated with degrees from Johns Creek counseling schools in 2010. 369 of all these students graduated with masters degrees. Counseling Schools in Johns Creek, Georgia
- Counseling Schools in Valdosta, Georgia
Schools in Valdosta, GA offer masters degrees for students pursing counseling. In 2010, 53 students graduated with a master's level counseling degree. The number of students who graduated with counseling degrees went up by 35.9% from 2008 to 2010. Counseling Schools in Valdosta, Georgia
- Counseling Schools in Sandy Springs, Georgia
Six counseling schools are in Sandy Springs, GA. Four schools are private. Two schools are public. Counseling Schools in Sandy Springs, Georgia
- Counseling Schools in Columbus, Georgia
There are two schools conveniently located near Columbus, GA offering counseling programs. In 2010, 59 students graduated with degrees from Columbus counseling schools. 45 of all these students graduated with masters degrees. Counseling Schools in Columbus, Georgia
- Counseling Schools in Athens, Georgia
There are four schools close to Athens, GA offering counseling programs. 169 students graduated from programs at Athens counseling schools in 2010. 93 of all these students graduated with masters degrees. Counseling Schools in Athens, Georgia
- Counseling Schools in Gainesville, Georgia
There are seven schools conveniently located near Gainesville, GA offering counseling programs. 464 students graduated from programs at Gainesville counseling schools in 2010. 359 of all these students graduated with masters degrees. Counseling Schools in Gainesville, Georgia
- Counseling Schools in Atlanta, Georgia
36 students graduated with certificates in counseling. One student graduated with a bachelor's level counseling degree. 363 students graduated with a master's level counseling degree. Counseling Schools in Atlanta, Georgia
- Counseling Schools in Augusta, Georgia
Two counseling schools are in Augusta, GA. One school is private. One school is public. Counseling Schools in Augusta, Georgia
- Counseling Schools in Roswell, Georgia
Average tuition for counseling programs is $11,962. The highest tuition for counseling programs is at Argosy University-Atlanta. The highest tuition for training in counseling is $19,812 per year. Counseling Schools in Roswell, Georgia
- Counseling Schools in Smyrna, Georgia
Smyrna schools offer a total of 14 programs in counseling. Of these programs, around 50% are master's level programs. The remaining programs are certificates and degrees at the doctoral level, the bachelors level, and the associates level. Counseling Schools in Smyrna, Georgia
- Counseling Schools in Alpharetta, Georgia
21 students graduated with counseling certificates. One student graduated with a counseling degree at the bachelor's level. 305 students graduated with a degree in counseling at the master's level. Counseling Schools in Alpharetta, Georgia
Nearby States Offering Counseling
- Counseling Schools in Alabama
29 students graduated with certificates in counseling. 17 students graduated with an associate's level degree in counseling. 26 students graduated with a counseling degree at the bachelor's level. Counseling Schools in Alabama
- Counseling Schools in Florida
The number of students who graduated with counseling degrees increased by 5% from 2008 to 2010. In particular, the number of undergraduate students decreased by 44 students. The number of graduate students went up by 123 students. Counseling Schools in Florida
- Counseling Schools in North Carolina
Schools in the state of North Carolina offer certificates, associates degrees, bachelors degrees, masters degrees, and doctoral degrees in counseling. 53 students graduated with counseling certificates. 45 students graduated with a counseling degree at the associate's level. Counseling Schools in North Carolina
- Counseling Schools in South Carolina
The number of students who graduated with degrees in counseling decreased by 2.2% from 2008 to 2010. In particular, the number of undergraduate students climbed by 15 students. The number of graduate students dropped by 15 students. Counseling Schools in South Carolina
- Counseling Schools in Tennessee
Tennessee schools offer a total of 37 programs in counseling. Of these programs, close to 62.2% are programs at the master's level. The remaining programs are certificates and degrees at the bachelors level, the doctoral level, and the associates level. Counseling Schools in Tennessee
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On average, 45 students graduate from programs in the state of Georgia in clinical psychology each year. 35 students graduated with a degree in clinical psychology at the doctorate level. Argosy University-Atlanta is a private school. Clinical Psychology Schools in Georgia
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Pursue an Online Degree
Approximately 3 schools across the nation offer Georgia students online counseling degrees at the following degree levels:
- Certificate
- Master
These online counseling schools offer students in Georgia the opportunity to pursue credentials in counseling through one of 7 online counseling programs. In 2010, there were 728 online counseling school graduates from these programs. Online Counseling Schools
Top Accredited Online Schools
1. Augusta State University
2500 Walton Way
Augusta, GA 30904-2200
(706) 737-1405
Augusta State University is 0.8 miles from the center of the city and ASU offers one counseling program. Overall, 6,919 students seek degrees in 44 programs at this school. ASU is the ninth largest institution in the state of Georgia offering counseling in terms of programs.
2. Atlanta Christian College
2605 Ben Hill Rd
East Point, GA 30344
(404) 761-8861
Founded in 1937, Atlanta Christian College is a 4-year institution. It is located in the suburbs of East Point, Georgia. Students are offered four associates level degrees and 11 bachelors level degrees by this school. 1,023 students pursued degrees from the 12 programs at Point in 2010. This school offers subjects including business, history, and business management. The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges accredits it.
3. Argosy University - Atlanta
980 Hammond Drive- Suite 100
Atlanta, GA 30328
(770) 671-1200
Argosy University-Atlanta offers three programs in counseling. Of those, it offers students one certificate in counseling and two counseling degrees at the master's level. It is a for-profit 4-year institution.
4. Georgia Highlands College
3175 Cedartown Highway- S.E.
Rome, GA 30161-3897
(800) 332-2406
Georgia Highlands College is located in Rome, Georgia, where students can enjoy a rural setting. and this school offers one program in counseling. It is a public 2-year institution. In terms of programs, it is the second biggest institution in the state of Georgia offering counseling.
5. Fort Valley State University
1005 State University Dr
Fort Valley, GA 31030-4313
(478) 825-6211
Fort Valley State University offers two counseling programs. FVSU offers students two master's level counseling degrees. It is in Fort Valley, Georgia, where students can enjoy a rural setting. It is one of 6 research universities in Georgia. In terms of programs, it is the third largest institution in the state of Georgia offering counseling.
6. The University of West Georgia
1601 Maple St
Carrollton, GA 30118-0001
(678) 839-5000
The University of West Georgia is located in town of Carrollton, Georgia. This school offers two counseling programs. Out of those, students are offered one counseling certificate by it and one master's level degree in counseling. It is one of 66 public post-secondary institutions in Georgia.
7. Luther Rice University
3038 Evans Mill Rd
Lithonia, GA 30038-2418
(770) 484-1204
Luther Rice University is in the suburbs of Lithonia, Georgia and this school offers one program in counseling. Overall, 1,164 students pursue degrees in six programs at this school.
8. Albany State University
504 College Dr.
Albany, GA 31705
(229) 430-4600
Albany State University is 1.0 miles from the center of the city and it offers one program in counseling. This medium-sized school is one of 66 public post-secondary institutions in Georgia. It is the tenth oldest institution in the state of Georgia offering counseling programs.
9. Thomas University
1501 Millpond Rd
Thomasville, GA 31792
(229) 226-1621
Thomas University is in Thomasville, GA. It offers two programs in counseling. Students are offered two counseling degrees at the master's level by TU.
10. Toccoa Falls College
107 North Chapel Drive
Toccoa Falls, GA 30598-7062
(706) 886-6831
Toccoa Falls College is located in Toccoa Falls, Georgia, where students can enjoy a rural setting. and TCF offers one program in counseling. TCF is one of 16 liberal arts colleges in Georgia. In terms of programs, it is the fifth biggest institution in the state of Georgia offering counseling.
11. Emmanuel College
181 Springs St
Franklin Springs, GA 30639
(706) 245-7226
Emmanuel College is located in Franklin Springs, GA and it offers one counseling program. This liberal arts college is one of 16 liberal arts colleges in Georgia. It is the third biggest institution in the state of Georgia offering counseling in terms of programs.
12. The University of Georgia
University of Georgia
Athens, GA 30602
(706) 542-3000
The University of Georgia, which is near the center of the city, is located in Athens, GA. UGA offers five programs in counseling. Of those, this university offers students one counseling certificate, two counseling degrees at the master's level, and two doctorate level counseling degrees. Overall, 34,677 students seek degrees in 320 UGA programs. It is the largest institution in the state of Georgia offering counseling in terms of programs.
13. The Columbia Theological Seminary
701 S. Columbia Dr
Decatur, GA 30030-4118
(404) 378-8821
The Columbia Theological Seminary is located in the suburbs of Decatur, Georgia and it offers one counseling program. CTS is the second largest institution in the state of Georgia offering counseling in terms of programs.
14. Paine College
1235 15th St
Augusta, GA 30901-3182
(706) 821-8200
Paine College, which is near the center of the city, is located in Augusta, GA and it offers one program in counseling. This school is the oldest institution in the state of Georgia offering counseling programs.
15. Clark Atlanta University
223 James P Brawley Drive- S.W.
Atlanta, GA 30314-4391
(404) 880-8000
Clark Atlanta University is near the center of the city. CAU offers two counseling programs. More specifically, CAU offers students one bachelor's level counseling degree and one counseling degree at the master's level. It is a historically black 4-year institution. In terms of programs, this mid-sized school is the third biggest institution in the state of Georgia offering counseling.
16. Georgia State University
33 gilmer st
Atlanta, GA 30303-3083
(404) 413-2000
Georgia State University is in the center of Atlanta. It offers four counseling programs. Out of those, GSU offers one counseling certificate to students, two master's level counseling degrees, and one counseling degree at the doctorate level. This university is a public, 4-year, research institution. In terms of programs, Georgia State is the second largest institution in the state of Georgia offering counseling.
17. Mercer University
1400 Coleman Avenue
Macon, GA 31207
(478) 301-2700
Mercer University offers three programs in counseling. It offers three master's level degrees in counseling to students. This medium-sized university, which is 1.1 miles from the center of the city, is located in Macon, GA. It is a 4-year research institution. This university is the fourth oldest institution in the state of Georgia offering counseling programs.
18. Columbus State University
4225 University Ave
Columbus, GA 31907-5645
(706) 507-8800
Columbus State University is near the center of the city and it offers one program in counseling. It is one of 66 public post-secondary institutions in Georgia. In terms of enrollment, Columbus ranks tenth in the state of Georgia.
19. Georgia Southern University
Hwy 301 South
Statesboro, GA 30460
(912) 478-5391
Georgia Southern University offers two counseling programs. Of those, this school offers one counseling certificate to students and one degree at the master's level in counseling. It is located in Statesboro, GA. It is a public 4-year institution. Georgia Southern ranks fifth in terms of enrollment in the state of Georgia.
20. Emory University
408 Administration Building- 201 Dowman Drive
Atlanta, GA 30322
(404) 727-6123
Founded in 1836, Emory University is a 4-year research institution. It is in the suburbs of Atlanta, Georgia. This university is the ninth biggest institution in the state of Georgia. It offers subjects including advanced nursing, engineering, and public health. Students are offered six certificates, one degree at the associates level, 61 bachelors level degrees, 54 degrees at the masters level, and 32 degrees at the doctoral level by this university. 13,381 students pursued degrees from the 95 programs at this university in 2010. Emory is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges. This university is one of 5 institutions with a medical school in Georgia.
21. Valdosta State University
1500 N Patterson
Valdosta, GA 31698
(229) 333-5800
Valdosta State University offers two programs in counseling. VSU offers two counseling degrees at the master's level to students. VSU is near the heart of downtown. It is a public 4-year institution. In terms of programs, Valdosta State is the seventh biggest institution in the state of Georgia offering counseling.