All options include at least 6 elective credits and comprehensive examinations. Appropriate courses should be selected in consultation with the advisor. Prior approval must be attained. Assistantships Graduate assistantships permit students to integrate theory with practice and to receive financial assistance in the form of a tuition waiver and stipend. Although most students receive financial aid through assistantships, other assistance may be available.
Placements are available in many of the same offices as the assistantships.
International placements in Europe also may be available. A one-page statement of purpose which outlines the applicant's reasons for pursuing graduate work in College Student Personnel should accompany the application form. An in-person or telephone interview with a department faculty representative also is required. The program is highly competitive. Approximately 12 applicants are accepted each year.